| ZIP Code | 14609 |
|---|---|
| City | Rochester |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Monroe County |
| Area Code | 585 |
| Elevation | 423 ft |
| Latitude | 43.177125 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.551821 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36055 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.3 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.25 |
| Below Poverty | 18.4% ▲ 84% above avg |
| College Grads | 46.8% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.9% ▲ 61% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 426 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,503 (25.1%) |
| Some College | 3,585 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 3,274 (12.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,953 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,152 (35.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,933 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $144,500 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,122/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,404 |
| Vacant Units | 1,620 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,404 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,620 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 37.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
ZIP code 14609 is located in Rochester, New York, within Monroe County. With a population of 40,171, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.3 years. Economically, 14609 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,933 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 14609 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $144,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,122 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 14609 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 44.3%. Residents are well-educated — 46.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.4%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 14609 stands at 7.9%, which is significantly above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 14609 in Rochester, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 40,171 residents, a median household income of $61,933, and a median home value of $144,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.