12206 ZIP Code – Albany, New York
ZIP code 12206 is a mid-sized ZIP code located in Albany, New York, within Albany County with a population of approximately 14,793 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $33,136, which is well below the New York average and well below the national figure. At $118,400, median home values run well below the national average, with 26.6% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). . Median rent is $1,139, which is near the U.S. average. Housing consists of 23% single-family (decreasing), 30% apartments (increasing), 47% duplex/multi-family.
At 13.7%, the unemployment rate is well above the national figure. The poverty rate is 37.8%, well above the national average. An estimated 26.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. Residents have a median age of 32.4, below the U.S. median. ZIP codes in the surrounding area include 12210, 12226, 12208.
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ZIP 12206 vs. New York vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 12206 | NY Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 14k | 11k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $33k | $86k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $118k | $342k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,139 | $1,328 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 32.4 | 44.2 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 13.7% | 5.3% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 37.8% | 11.8% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 26.1% | 34.4% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 12210 – Albany
- 12226 – Albany
- 12208 – Albany
- 12207 – Albany
- 12222 – Albany
- 12209 – Albany
- 12211 – Albany
- 12204 – Albany
- 12202 – Albany
- 12203 – Albany
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12210 | ALBANY | 9,873 | $46,244 |
| 12226 | ALBANY | Not provided | Not provided |
| 12208 | ALBANY | 23,128 | $65,701 |
| 12207 | ALBANY | 2,337 | $45,682 |
| 12222 | ALBANY | 6,358 | $108,750 |