Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 11.6% ▲ 16% above avg |
| College Grads | 51.0% ▲ 32% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 14% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,755 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 27,379 (23.8%) |
| Some College | 13,919 (12.1%) |
| Associates | 13,110 (11.4%) |
| Bachelors | 16,108 (14%) |
| Graduate Degree | 42,917 (37.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,989 ▲ 10% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $224,057 ▼ 20% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,231/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 78,750 |
| Vacant Units | 4,942 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Schenectady County is located in New York and encompasses 17 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 179,542 residents. With a median age of 39.82, it is a middle-aged county.
Schenectady County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $83,989 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.6%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 11.6% is above the national average.
Housing in Schenectady County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $224,057 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,230. Homeownership rates are high at 66.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Schenectady County are majority White (69.84%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 51.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Schenectady County, NY is a middle-income 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12008 | Alplaus | 610 | $140,594 | $267,300 | — | 0.0% | 57.5% |
| 12053 | Delanson | 4,325 | $99,831 | $258,600 | $788 | 5.1% | 55.8% |
| 12056 | Duanesburg | 1,818 | $117,652 | $346,400 | $1,277 | 6.0% | 48.6% |
| 12137 | Pattersonville | 2,347 | $96,678 | $267,200 | $3,501 | 3.6% | 44.4% |
| 12150 | Rotterdam Junction | 665 | $73,977 | $199,700 | — | 4.0% | 15.5% |
| 12302 | Schenectady | 27,470 | $94,156 | $240,700 | $1,207 | 4.6% | 55.3% |
| 12303 | Schenectady | 29,989 | $77,615 | $227,500 | $1,120 | 5.3% | 50.8% |
| 12304 | Schenectady | 22,027 | $67,688 | $171,500 | $1,049 | 7.9% | 40.9% |
| 12305 | Schenectady | 7,764 | $50,308 | $162,500 | $1,067 | 6.9% | 46.7% |
| 12306 | Schenectady | 27,569 | $80,583 | $212,700 | $1,221 | 4.5% | 45.3% |
| 12307 | Schenectady | 7,977 | $33,191 | $95,900 | $1,110 | 15.4% | 25.0% |
| 12308 | Schenectady | 13,985 | $59,789 | $180,100 | $1,159 | 5.6% | 46.4% |
| 12309 | Schenectady | 32,996 | $119,830 | $301,100 | $1,472 | 3.7% | 68.6% |