ZIP Code 12170, New York
ZIP Code 12170 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 12170 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Saratoga County, New York. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,351. The land area covers 31.57 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,351 | ±630 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.5 yrs | ±6.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,116 | ±249 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 2,317 | ±268 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,116 | ±249 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 201 | ±112 |
| Median Home Value | $271,600 | ±$24,171 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,240 | ±$269 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $102,857 | ±$12,700 |
| Per Capita Income | $47,806 | ±$4,980 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.6% | ±4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 460 | ±223 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,904 | ±461 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.6% | ±3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 240,360 (2024)
ID: 190953
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
40 MCMASTER ST, STE 2, BALLSTON SPA NY 12020-1986
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CLIFTON PARK, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | CLIFTON PARK, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | WILTON, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BALLSTON SPA, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BALLSTON SPA, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BURNT HILLS, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | CAMBRIDGE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | CAMBRIDGE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | SCHENECTADY, NY |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Empire State University
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College | 7.8 mi away | Two Union Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866-4391 |
5185872100
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STILLWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 712 HUDSON AVENUE, STILLWATER, NY, 12170 |
(518) 664-6255
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Skidmore College
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College | 8.9 mi away | 815 N Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866 |
5185805000
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EASTON LIBRARY
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 1074 STATE ROUTE 40, GREENWICH, NY, 12834 |
(518) 692-2253
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Aesthetic Science Institute
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College Vocational | 17.8 mi away | 922 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, NY, 12110-1095 |
5187860760
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WRLIS/MALTA BRANCH
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 1 BAYBERRY DR, MALTA, NY, 12020 |
(518) 682-2495
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Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing
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College | 17.9 mi away | 1300 Massachusetts Avenue, Troy, NY, 12065 |
5182685130
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MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 190 NORTH MAIN STREET, MECHANICVILLE, NY, 12118 |
(518) 664-4646
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Union College
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College | 18.3 mi away | 807 Union Street, Schenectady, NY, 12308-2311 |
5183886000
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WOMAN'S ROUND LAKE IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 31 WESLEY AVENUE, PO BOX 665, ROUND LAKE, NY, 12151 |
(518) 899-2285
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at SARATOGA SPRINGS 4 SW, NY US, located 8.2 miles from ZCTA5 12170. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.0° | 14.3° | 23.1° | 3.41" | 16.5" |
| February | 35.4° | 16.0° | 25.7° | 2.65" | 15.7" |
| March | 45.3° | 24.8° | 35.1° | 3.42" | 11.4" |
| April | 60.3° | 35.9° | 48.1° | 3.78" | 1.8" |
| May | 72.5° | 47.0° | 59.8° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.9° | 56.2° | 68.0° | 4.80" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.8° | 60.9° | 72.4° | 4.98" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.1° | 59.4° | 70.7° | 4.11" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.9° | 51.8° | 63.3° | 3.82" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.1° | 40.5° | 51.3° | 4.14" | 0.1" |
| November | 48.7° | 30.8° | 39.8° | 3.49" | 2.9" |
| December | 37.0° | 21.6° | 29.3° | 3.92" | 15.1" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stillwater village | Village | 4.1 mi | — |
| Mechanicville city | City | 6.8 mi | — |
| Saratoga Springs city | City | 7.2 mi | — |
| Victory village | Village | 7.3 mi | — |
| Round Lake village | Village | 7.9 mi | — |
| Schaghticoke village | Village | 8.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 12170. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.