| ZIP Code | 13838 |
|---|---|
| City | Sidney |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Delaware County |
| Area Code | 607 |
| Elevation | 1,199 ft |
| Latitude | 42.288548 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.396089 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.0 yrs ↓ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 21.6% ▲ 116% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.6% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 10.4% ▲ 113% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 11 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 698 (29%) |
| Some College | 517 (21.5%) |
| Associates | 154 (6.4%) |
| Bachelors | 399 (16.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 626 (26%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,287 ▼ 33% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $118,200 ▼ 58% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $815/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,126 |
| Vacant Units | 421 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,126 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 421 |
| Owner Occupied | 50.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 13838 is located in Sidney, New York, within Delaware County. With a population of 4,185, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34 years. Economically, 13838 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $51,287 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 13838 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $118,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $815 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (50.3%) and renters (49.7%). Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 13838 is primarily White (86.05%). Residents are well-educated — 42.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 21.6%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 13838 stands at 10.4%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 13838 in Sidney, NY is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 4,185 residents, a median household income of $51,287, and a median home value of $118,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.