US ZIP Code
12985

Schuyler Falls, NY

Clinton County  ·  New York

● Active
👥 775 Population ↓ 42% since 2019
💰 $74,432 Median HH Income
≈ Avg
🎂 50.8 Median Age ↑ 31% since 2019
🏠 $157,700 Median Home Value
▼ 43% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019
🎓 26.9% College Grads
▼ 30% below avg
📊 2.4% Unemployment
▼ 50% below avg ↓ 64% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code12985
CitySchuyler Falls
StateNew York (NY)
CountyClinton County
Area Code518/838
Elevation1,058 ft
Latitude44.560709
Longitude-73.738967
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS36019
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 53.7% (416) Female 46.3% (359) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 95.9%Other: 4.1%Race
White95.9%
Other4.1%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
1%
5–17
12%
18–24
6%
25–44
21%
45–64
38%
65+
12%

Key Indicators

Median Age50.8 yrs ↑ 31% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.38
Below Poverty19.9% ▲ 99% above avg
College Grads26.9% ▼ 30% below avg
Unemployment2.4% ▼ 50% below avg
No HS Diploma11 (2.1%)
HS Graduate183 (34.5%)
Some College129 (24.3%)
Associates65 (12.2%)
Bachelors40 (7.5%)
Graduate Degree103 (19.4%)

Education

No HS: 2.1%HS Grad: 34.5%Some College: 24.3%Associates: 12.2%Bachelors: 7.5%Graduate: 19.4%Edu
No HS2.1%
HS Grad34.5%
Some College24.3%
Associates12.2%
Bachelors7.5%
Graduate19.4%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 85.3%Renter: 14.7%Tenure
Owner85.3%
Renter14.7%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
7%
$50k–100k
28%
$100k–150k
8%
$150k–200k
28%
$200k–300k
17%
$300k–500k
12%

Financials

Median HH Income$74,432 ≈ Avg
Median Home Value$157,700 ▼ 43% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Total Units378
Vacant Units52
Avg HH Size2.38

Income Distribution

Under $25k
31%
$25k–50k
1%
$50k–75k
18%
$75k–100k
6%
$100k–150k
31%
Over $200k
12%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
90%
Work From Home
10%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
7%
15–30 min
64%
30–45 min
28%
Over 45 min
1%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1940s–1950s
9%
1960s–1970s
9%
1980s–1990s
25%
2000+
57%

Summary

Total Units378
Vacant52
Owner Occupied85.3%
Renter Occupied14.7%
Avg HH Size2.38
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 12985 is in Schuyler Falls, NY, in Clinton County.
ZIP code 12985 is located in New York (NY).
ZIP code 12985 is in Clinton County, NY.
ZIP 12985 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 12985 is 775 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 12985 is $74,432 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 12985 is $157,700 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 12985

ZIP code 12985 is located in Schuyler Falls, New York, within Clinton County. With a population of 775, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.8 years. Economically, 12985 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $74,432 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 12985 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $157,700 is below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 85.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.

The population of 12985 is primarily White (95.87%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.9%.

The unemployment rate in 12985 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.

Overall, ZIP code 12985 in Schuyler Falls, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 775 residents, a median household income of $74,432, and a median home value of $157,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.