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12956

New York · 1,271 residents · 9.436 sq mi
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ZIP 12956 has lower-than-average household income, with a median household income of $69,692. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $115,200. With a median age of 52.2, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Among the 23 ZIP codes in Essex County, 12956 ranks 17th by median household income.

$69,692
US average: $82,259
$115,200
US average: $376,019
16.7%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
14.0%
Age 65+
32.9%
42.8%
57.2%
2.49 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic86.6%(1,101)
Black1.4%(18)
Hispanic / Latino4.2%(53)
Asian1.5%(19)
Other6.3%(80)
Diversity Score30.4%(387)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Essex County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST17TH 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 12956?

ZIP code 12956 has about 1,271 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 12956?

The typical household in ZIP code 12956 earns about $69,692 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 12956 expensive?

In ZIP code 12956, the median home is worth about $115,200.

How educated are people in ZIP code 12956?

About 16.7% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 12956 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 12956?

About 6.8% of people in ZIP code 12956 live below the federal poverty line.

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