| ZIP Code | 14522 |
|---|---|
| City | Palmyra |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Wayne County |
| Area Code | 315/680 |
| Elevation | 481 ft |
| Latitude | 43.059829 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.220283 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36117 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 7.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 1.4% ▼ 71% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 82 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,727 (28.2%) |
| Some College | 801 (13.1%) |
| Associates | 967 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 900 (14.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,647 (26.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $80,368 ≈ Avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $148,500 ▼ 47% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $940/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,313 |
| Vacant Units | 290 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,313 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 290 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
ZIP code 14522 is located in Palmyra, New York, within Wayne County. With a population of 9,230, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.6 years. Economically, 14522 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $80,368 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 14522 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $148,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $940 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 14522 is primarily White (94.04%). Residents are well-educated — 41.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.8%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 14522 stands at 1.4%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 14522 in Palmyra, NY is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,230 residents, a median household income of $80,368, and a median home value of $148,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.