ZIP Code 12842, New York
ZIP Code 12842 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 12842 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Hamilton County, New York. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 995. The land area covers 164.57 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 995 | ±124 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 59.4 yrs | ±6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 535 | ±74 | 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 | 1,295 | ±94 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 535 | ±74 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 760 | ±93 |
| Median Home Value | $220,200 | ±$31,989 |
| Median Gross Rent | $792 | ±$170 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $58,702 | ±$7,824 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,283 | ±$7,436 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.9% | ±2.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 59 | ±28 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±3.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 451 | ±91 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85% | ±5.7% |
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: 5,082 (2024)
ID: 170421
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 205, LAKE PLEASANT NY 12108-0205
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Education
Listing 2 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | INDIAN LAKE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | SPECULATOR, NY |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Davis College
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College | 24.1 mi away | 4230 Glendale Road, Pottersville, NY, 12860-2300 |
5184941800
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TOWN OF INDIAN LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 113 PELON ROAD, INDIAN LAKE, NY, 12842 |
(518) 648-5444
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Word of Life Bible Institute
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College | 24.1 mi away | 4230 Glendale Road, Pottersville, NY, 12860-0129 |
5184944723
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TOWN OF LAKE PLEASANT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 2864 STATE HWY 8, SPECULATOR, NY, 12164 |
(518) 548-4411
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TOWN OF JOHNSBURG LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 219 MAIN STREET, NORTH CREEK, NY, 12853 |
(518) 251-4343
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RAQUETTE LAKE FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 20.6 mi away | 1 DILLON ROAD, RAQUETTE LAKE, NY, 13436 |
(315) 354-4005
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CORNELIUS VANDERBILT WHITNEY LONG LAKE LIBRARY
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Library | 21.2 mi away | 1195 MAIN STREET, LONG LAKE, NY, 12847 |
(518) 624-3825
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TOWN OF CHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.5 mi away | 6307 MAIN ST / STATE ROUTE 9, CHESTERTOWN, NY, 12817 |
(518) 494-5384
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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 INDIAN LAKE 2SW, NY US, located 5.2 miles from ZCTA5 12842. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.4° | 5.8° | 15.6° | 3.03" | 23.4" |
| February | 27.9° | 6.7° | 17.3° | 2.52" | 22.8" |
| March | 36.2° | 15.1° | 25.6° | 3.16" | 18.0" |
| April | 49.2° | 28.0° | 38.6° | 3.70" | 4.5" |
| May | 62.9° | 39.6° | 51.3° | 3.93" | 0.3" |
| June | 70.6° | 49.3° | 59.9° | 4.41" | 0.0" |
| July | 74.6° | 53.9° | 64.3° | 3.96" | 0.0" |
| August | 73.3° | 52.6° | 63.0° | 3.99" | 0.0" |
| September | 66.7° | 45.4° | 56.1° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| October | 54.0° | 34.8° | 44.4° | 4.51" | 1.1" |
| November | 41.3° | 25.2° | 33.3° | 3.47" | 8.2" |
| December | 30.6° | 14.1° | 22.4° | 3.41" | 23.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speculator village | Village | 7.9 mi | — |
| North Creek CDP | CDP | 15.2 mi | — |
| Wells CDP | CDP | 20.2 mi | — |
| Long Lake CDP | CDP | 21.0 mi | — |
| Pottersville CDP | CDP | 23.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 12842. • 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.