ZIP Code 14802 -- Alfred, NY

Allegany | 2024 American Community Survey Data

Key Insights

  • The median income here is 50% below the national median, indicating significant economic challenges.
  • With 70.96% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, this is one of the most highly educated ZIP codes in the country (national average: 33.7%).
  • With a median age of 20.20, this is a very young community — likely home to a university campus or young professional hub.

Quick Overview

Population
4,814
Unknown
Median Income
$40,489
Home Value
$170,800
Median Rent
$895
Median Age
20.20
Diversity Index
57.90
High
Cost of Living
66.4
significantly below average
Unemployment
16.5%

About ZIP Code 14802

ZIP code 14802 in Alfred, New York is a unknown area with a population of 4,814. The median household income is $40,489, which is This is 46% below the national median of $75,000.. The median home value is $170,800, representing a price-to-income ratio of 4.2x . The cost of living is significantly below average with an index of 66.4 (the national average is 100). Residents have a median age of 20.20 years. Approximately 71.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This ZIP code is located in Allegany, NY.

Population & Age

Total Population
4,814
Median Age
20.20
Male Population
2,697
56.0%
Female Population
2,117
44.0%
Density Classification
Unknown

Age Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index
57.90 High
White
70.7%
Black or African American
9.4%
Hispanic or Latino
13.0%
Asian
7.5%
Native American
1.1%
Pacific Islander
0.2%
Two or More Races
4.5%
Other Race
6.7%

Racial Composition

Income & Economy

Median Household Income
$40,489
Mean Household Income
$59,234
Per Capita Income
$12,877
Below Poverty Line
37.6%

This is 46% below the national median of $75,000.

Income Distribution

Housing

Median Home Value
$170,800
Median Rent
$895
Total Housing Units
737
Occupied Units
686
Vacant Units
51
6.9% vacancy
Median Year Built
1953
Owner Occupied
48.5%
Renter Occupied
51.5%
Price-to-Income Ratio 4.2x

Moderately affordable

Ownership vs Rental

Owner 48.5% Renter 51.5%

Education

High School Diploma or Higher 97.5%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 71.0%
Graduate or Professional Degree 47.5%

Employment & Commuting

Civilian Labor Force
1,883
Employment Rate
83.5%
Unemployment Rate
16.5%
Mean Commute Time
N/A

How People Get to Work

Drive Alone
38.3%
Carpool
4.2%
Public Transit
2.3%
Work from Home
16.0%

Cost of Living Index

66.4
significantly below average

The cost of living in ZIP code 14802 is 33.6% below the national average of 100.

0 National Avg (100) 200

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Other ZIP Codes in Allegany

ZIP Code City Population Median Income
14895 Wellsville 9,061 $63,910
14727 Cuba 4,925 $63,257
14739 Friendship 2,731 $57,794
14735 Fillmore 2,575 $69,891
14715 Bolivar 2,484 $55,640
14813 Belmont 2,480 $63,750

Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP Code 14802

ZIP code 14802 (Alfred, NY) has a total population of 4,814 according to the 2024 American Community Survey. The median age is 20.20 years.

The median household income in ZIP code 14802 is $40,489 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data. This is 46% below the national median of $75,000.

ZIP code 14802 is primarily located in Alfred, New York (NY). It falls within Allegany County.

The median home value in ZIP code 14802 is $170,800, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median monthly rent is $895.

The median age in ZIP code 14802 is 20.20 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years. This makes the area younger than the national average.

ZIP code 14802 has a cost of living index of 66.43 (national average = 100). This means the cost of living is significantly below average compared to the national average.

In ZIP code 14802, 70.96% of adults (25+) hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 33.7%. 47.47% hold a graduate or professional degree.

The unemployment rate in ZIP code 14802 is 16.46%, which is above the national average of 3.6%. About 16.00% of workers work from home.

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Data sourced from the 2024 American Community Survey (U.S. Census Bureau). Learn more about our data sources.