Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 13.2% ▲ 32% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 550 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 12,462 (32.9%) |
| Some College | 5,380 (14.2%) |
| Associates | 4,236 (11.2%) |
| Bachelors | 6,800 (17.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,458 (22.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,414 ▼ 10% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $137,931 ▼ 51% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $796/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 30,690 |
| Vacant Units | 6,743 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Herkimer County is located in New York and encompasses 17 ZIP codes spanning 17 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 56,667 residents. With a median age of 44.66, it is a middle-aged county.
Herkimer County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $68,414 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 13.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Herkimer County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $137,931 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $796. Homeownership rates are high at 75.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Herkimer County are primarily White (91.56%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Herkimer County, NY is a solidly middle-class area in New York. The 17 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13324 | Cold Brook | 1,714 | $80,313 | $144,800 | $867 | 4.7% | 32.2% |
| 13329 | Dolgeville | 3,326 | $57,014 | $120,600 | $838 | 2.8% | 30.8% |
| 13331 | Eagle Bay | 175 | $64,500 | $290,000 | — | 0.0% | 95.4% |
| 13340 | Frankfort | 7,322 | $69,928 | $143,900 | $872 | 3.1% | 42.5% |
| 13350 | Herkimer | 9,641 | $62,548 | $136,400 | $821 | 5.7% | 37.0% |
| 13357 | Ilion | 10,073 | $62,500 | $105,200 | $751 | 2.7% | 40.2% |
| 13361 | Jordanville | 666 | $100,000 | $178,400 | $586 | 6.4% | 50.3% |
| 13365 | Little Falls | 8,545 | $60,458 | $121,000 | $800 | 5.9% | 41.9% |
| 13406 | Middleville | 491 | $98,000 | $139,100 | $800 | 9.2% | 37.9% |
| 13407 | Mohawk | 5,125 | $72,700 | $134,200 | $724 | 2.0% | 42.4% |
| 13416 | Newport | 2,120 | $83,125 | $160,000 | $738 | 4.5% | 42.1% |
| 13420 | Old Forge | 890 | $107,770 | $348,900 | — | 7.7% | 64.8% |
| 13431 | Poland | 1,929 | $83,200 | $207,700 | $793 | 8.4% | 45.1% |
| 13454 | Salisbury Center | 754 | $100,156 | — | $786 | 3.7% | 34.8% |
| 13475 | Van Hornesville | 49 | $77,917 | $145,800 | — | 0.0% | 18.6% |
| 13491 | West Winfield | 3,570 | $72,500 | $144,300 | $803 | 7.6% | 34.3% |