| ZIP Code | 14621 |
|---|---|
| City | Rochester |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Monroe County |
| Area Code | 585 |
| Elevation | 466 ft |
| Latitude | 43.189939 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.603649 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36055 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 31.8% ▲ 218% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.6% ▼ 31% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.6% ▲ 96% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 711 (4%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,730 (38.3%) |
| Some College | 3,127 (17.8%) |
| Associates | 2,340 (13.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,246 (12.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,423 (13.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $36,534 ▼ 52% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $83,300 ▼ 70% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $989/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,013 |
| Vacant Units | 1,923 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,013 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,923 |
| Owner Occupied | 33.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 66.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
ZIP code 14621 is located in Rochester, New York, within Monroe County. With a population of 33,349, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.3 years. Economically, 14621 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $36,534 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 14621 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $83,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $989 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 66.3% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 14621 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 40.1%. Residents are moderately educated — 26.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 31.8%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 14621 stands at 9.6%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 61%.
Overall, ZIP code 14621 in Rochester, NY is characterized as lower-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 33,349 residents, a median household income of $36,534, and a median home value of $83,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.