ZIP Code 12304 — Schenectady, NY

Schenectady | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 12304 in Schenectady, NY has a population of 22,403 with a median household income of $69,235 and a median home value of $179,200 . The cost of living index is 75.1 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
22,403
Median Age
41.00
Male
10,810
Female
11,593

Race & Ethnicity

White
47.6%
Black
19.3%
Hispanic
7.5%
Asian
11.4%
Native American
0.7%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
16.1%
Other
5.0%

Income

Median Household
$69,235
Mean Household
$90,242
Per Capita
$36,797
Below Poverty
22.1%

Housing

Median Home Value
$179,200
Median Rent
$1,100
Total Units
9,495
Occupied
9,306
Owner Occupied
59.6%
Renter Occupied
40.4%
Median Year Built
1956
Vacant
189

Education

High School or Higher 87.7%
Bachelor's or Higher 25.6%
Graduate Degree 10.7%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
10,487
Unemployment
8.7%
Drive Alone
69.7%
Public Transit
5.4%
Work from Home
13.4%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

75.1
National average = 100. Below average by 24.9%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 12304?

ZIP code 12304 (Schenectady, NY) has a total population of 22,403 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 12304?

The median household income in ZIP code 12304 is $69,235 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 12304 in?

ZIP code 12304 is primarily located in Schenectady, New York (NY).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 12304?

The median home value in ZIP code 12304 is $179,200, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 12304?

The median age in ZIP code 12304 is 41.00 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.