ZIP Code 12196, New York
ZIP Code 12196 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 12196 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Rensselaer County, New York. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,880. The land area covers 8.95 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,880 | ±657 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.6 yrs | ±9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,452 | ±238 | 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 | 1,452 | ±238 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,452 | ±238 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±14 |
| Median Home Value | $317,300 | ±$70,913 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,000 | ±$390 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $110,889 | ±$23,073 |
| Per Capita Income | $51,864 | ±$7,646 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.2% | ±3.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 202 | ±154 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.1% | ±3.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,220 | ±488 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 99.4% | ±2.3% |
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: 160,749 (2024)
ID: 170432
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF FISCAL OFFICER
1600 7TH AVE, 4TH FLOOR, TROY NY 12180-3410
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | COHOES, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ALBANY, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | ALBANY, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ALBANY, NY | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | ALBANY, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SELKIRK, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | AVERILL PARK, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ALBANY, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | AVERILL PARK, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | TROY, 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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Hudson Valley Community College
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College | 5.7 mi away | 80 Vandenburgh Ave, Troy, NY, 12180 |
5186294822
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SAND LAKE TOWN LIBRARY
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 8428 MILLER HILL ROAD, AVERILL PARK, NY, 12018 |
(518) 674-5050
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SUNY-System Office
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College | 7.0 mi away | H. Carl McCall Building, 353 Broadway, Albany, NY, 12246 |
5183201100
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EAST GREENBUSH COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 10 COMMUNITY WAY, EAST GREENBUSH, NY, 12061 |
(518) 477-7476
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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
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College | 7.5 mi away | 110 8th St, Troy, NY, 12180-3590 |
5182766000
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NORTH GREENBUSH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 141 MAIN AVENUE, WYNANTSKILL, NY, 12198 |
(518) 283-0303
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Russell Sage College
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College | 7.8 mi away | 65 1st Street, Troy, NY, 12180 |
5182442000
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POESTENKILL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 9 PLANK ROAD, POESTENKILL, NY, 12140 |
(518) 283-3721
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Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing
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College | 8.3 mi away | 1300 Massachusetts Avenue, Troy, NY, 12065 |
5182685130
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RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 676 EAST STREET, RENSSELAER, NY, 12144 |
(518) 462-1193
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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 TROY L&D, NY US, located 9.0 miles from ZCTA5 12196. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.2° | 16.9° | 25.5° | 2.65" | — |
| February | 37.1° | 18.2° | 27.7° | 2.43" | — |
| March | 46.0° | 26.2° | 36.1° | 2.91" | — |
| April | 60.2° | 37.7° | 48.9° | 3.09" | — |
| May | 72.5° | 49.3° | 60.9° | 3.79" | — |
| June | 80.5° | 59.0° | 69.7° | 4.61" | — |
| July | 85.6° | 64.1° | 74.9° | 4.64" | — |
| August | 84.1° | 62.2° | 73.1° | 3.92" | — |
| September | 77.2° | 54.4° | 65.8° | 3.83" | — |
| October | 63.7° | 43.2° | 53.4° | 4.23" | — |
| November | 51.0° | 33.2° | 42.1° | 2.84" | — |
| December | 39.7° | 24.7° | 32.2° | 3.15" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Sand Lake CDP | CDP | 1.1 mi | — |
| Averill Park CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Wynantskill CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| East Greenbush CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| Poestenkill CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| Hampton Manor CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 12196. • 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.