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12870

New York · 1,756 residents · 98.44 sq mi
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ZIP 12870 has lower-than-average household income, with a median household income of $72,628. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. Median home value is $268,700. With a median age of 52.3, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Among the 23 ZIP codes in Essex County, 12870 ranks 14th by median household income.

$72,628
US average: $82,259
$268,700
US average: $376,019
36.0%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
17.1%
Age 65+
28.2%
50.1%
49.9%
2.26 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic97%(1,703)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0.3%(5)
Asian0%(0)
Other2.7%(48)
Diversity Score7.3%(129)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Essex County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST14TH OF 23HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
12851$73,750
12852$108,750
12855$77,292
12857$68,500
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 12870?

ZIP code 12870 has about 1,756 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 12870?

The typical household in ZIP code 12870 earns about $72,628 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 12870 expensive?

In ZIP code 12870, the median home is worth about $268,700, and the typical rent is about $516 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 12870?

About 36.0% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 12870 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 12870?

About 7.3% of people in ZIP code 12870 live below the federal poverty line.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024