ZIP Code 12538, New York
ZIP Code 12538 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 12538 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Dutchess County, New York. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 14,391. The land area covers 25.49 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,391 | ±858 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.1 yrs | ±4.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,368 | ±384 | 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 | 5,625 | ±410 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,368 | ±384 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 257 | ±123 |
| Median Home Value | $322,100 | ±$21,584 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,232 | ±$116 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $86,230 | ±$6,776 |
| Per Capita Income | $43,121 | ±$4,185 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.3% | ±2.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,161 | ±348 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5% | ±2.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,171 | ±649 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.2% | ±2.6% |
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: 299,963 (2024)
ID: 170418
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
27 HIGH ST, POUGHKEEPSIE NY 12601
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | MILLBROOK, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | LAGRANGEVILLE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | POUGHKEEPSIE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | POUGHQUAG, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | RHINEBECK, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | KINGSTON, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | RHINEBECK, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-05 | POUGHKEEPSIE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | STANFORDVILLE, NY | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | POUGHKEEPSIE, 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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Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program
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College Vocational | 3.6 mi away | 5 BOCES Road, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12601-6599 |
8454868001
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HYDE PARK LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 2 MAIN STREET, HYDE PARK, NY, 12538 |
(845) 229-7791
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Culinary Institute of America
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College | 3.8 mi away | 1946 Campus Drive, Hyde Park, NY, 12538-1499 |
8454529600
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STAATSBURG LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 72 OLD POST ROAD, STAATSBURG, NY, 12580 |
(845) 889-4683
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Dutchess Community College
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College | 4.7 mi away | 53 Pendell Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12601-1595 |
8454318000
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PLEASANT VALLEY FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 1584 MAIN STREET, PLEASANT VALLEY, NY, 12569 |
(845) 635-8460
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Marist University
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College | 5.4 mi away | 3399 North Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12601 |
8455753000
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HIGHLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 14 ELTING PLACE, HIGHLAND, NY, 12528 |
(845) 691-2275
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Vassar College
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College | 7.3 mi away | 124 Raymond Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12604 |
8454377000
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SADIE PETERSON DELANEY AFRICAN ROOTS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 29 NORTH HAMILTON STREET, POUGHKEEPSIE, NY, 12601 |
(845) 485-3445
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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 POUGHKEEPSIE, NY US, located 4.7 miles from ZCTA5 12538. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.0° | 18.7° | 26.9° | 3.48" | — |
| February | 38.5° | 20.1° | 29.3° | 2.81" | — |
| March | 46.8° | 27.3° | 37.1° | 3.54" | — |
| April | 60.0° | 38.0° | 49.0° | 3.89" | — |
| May | 70.6° | 48.8° | 59.7° | 3.50" | — |
| June | 78.1° | 58.0° | 68.1° | 4.57" | — |
| July | 83.1° | 63.1° | 73.1° | 4.50" | — |
| August | 81.5° | 61.9° | 71.7° | 4.31" | — |
| September | 73.7° | 54.2° | 64.0° | 4.64" | — |
| October | 61.8° | 42.4° | 52.1° | 4.64" | — |
| November | 51.0° | 33.3° | 42.2° | 3.46" | — |
| December | 40.1° | 25.1° | 32.6° | 3.84" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haviland CDP | CDP | 2.0 mi | — |
| Hyde Park CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| Fairview CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Staatsburg CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Pleasant Valley CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| Marist College CDP | CDP | 5.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 12538. • 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.