12972 ZIP Code – Peru, New York
12972 is a mid-sized ZIP code in Peru, New York, part of Clinton County with a population of approximately 7,049 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $116,563, which is above the New York average and well above the national figure. At $174,800, median home values run below the national average, with 85.4% owner-occupied housing (increasing). ; median rent of $986 is similarly near the national average. Housing consists of 78% single-family (decreasing), 5% apartments (increasing).
At 1.9%, the unemployment rate is well below the national figure. An estimated 5.9% of the population falls below the poverty line, well below the national figure. An estimated 33.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average. The median age is 42.4, near the national median. Neighboring ZIP codes include 12911, 12924, 12975.
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ZIP 12972 vs. New York vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 12972 | NY Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,049 | 11k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $116k | $86k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $174k | $342k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $986 | $1,328 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 42.4 | 44.2 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.9% | 5.3% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 5.9% | 11.8% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 33.2% | 34.4% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 12911 – Keeseville
- 12924 – Keeseville
- 12975 – Port Kent
- 12944 – Keeseville
- 12985 – Schuyler Falls
- 12903 – Plattsburgh
- 12962 – Morrisonville
- 12918 – Cadyville
- 12912 – Au Sable Forks
- 12901 – Plattsburgh
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12911 | KEESEVILLE | Not provided | Not provided |
| 12924 | KEESEVILLE | 325 | $55,918 |
| 12975 | PORT KENT | 210 | $67,386 |
| 12944 | KEESEVILLE | 3,887 | $63,977 |
| 12985 | SCHUYLER FALLS | 915 | $75,588 |