ZIP Code 12887, New York
ZIP Code 12887 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 12887 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Washington County, New York. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,691. The land area covers 89.70 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,691 | ±195 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.1 yrs | ±5.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,787 | ±179 | 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 | 2,224 | ±201 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,787 | ±179 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 437 | ±113 |
| Median Home Value | $123,400 | ±$17,983 |
| Median Gross Rent | $972 | ±$82 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $56,709 | ±$5,966 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,403 | ±$2,790 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.2% | ±6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 903 | ±282 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.7% | ±4.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,854 | ±223 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86% | ±6.9% |
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: 59,839 (2024)
ID: 170439
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
383 UPPER BROADWAY, FORT EDWARD NY 12828
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | BOLTON LANDING, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Benson, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Castleton, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HARTFORD, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | FORT ANN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | FORT ANN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Fair Haven, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Fair Haven, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | GRANVILLE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | GRANVILLE, 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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Washington Saratoga Warren Hamilton Essex BOCES-Practical Nursing Program
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College Vocational | 18.8 mi away | 1051 Dix Ave, Hudson Falls, NY, 12839 |
5187463508
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WHITEHALL FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 12 WILLIAMS STREET, WHITEHALL, NY, 12887 |
(518) 499-1366
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SUNY Adirondack
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College | 19.3 mi away | 640 Bay Rd, Queensbury, NY, 12804-1445 |
5187432200
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FAIR HAVEN FREE
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 107 MAIN ST., FAIR HAVEN, VT, 05743 |
(802) 265-8011
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POULTNEY PUBLIC
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 205 MAIN ST., STE 1, POULTNEY, VT, 05764 |
(802) 287-5556
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PEMBER LIBRARY & MUSEUM
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Library | 10.4 mi away | 33 WEST MAIN STREET, GRANVILLE, NY, 12832 |
(518) 642-2525
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CASTLETON FREE
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 638 MAIN ST., CASTLETON, VT, 05735 |
(802) 468-5574
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WELLS VILLAGE
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 5 EAST WELLS RD., WELLS, VT, 05774 |
(802) 645-0611
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BENSON PUBLIC
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 2724 STAGE RD., BENSON, VT, 05731 |
(802) 537-4181
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MIDDLETOWN SPRINGS PUBLIC
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 39 WEST ST., MIDDLETOWN SPGS., VT, 05757 |
(802) 235-2435
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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 WHITEHALL, NY US, located 2.3 miles from ZCTA5 12887. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.3° | 12.1° | 21.2° | 3.00" | — |
| February | 34.0° | 12.5° | 23.2° | 2.57" | — |
| March | 43.1° | 22.4° | 32.8° | 2.99" | — |
| April | 57.9° | 35.2° | 46.6° | 3.30" | — |
| May | 71.0° | 47.2° | 59.1° | 3.33" | — |
| June | 79.1° | 56.5° | 67.8° | 4.37" | — |
| July | 83.5° | 61.3° | 72.4° | 4.36" | — |
| August | 81.7° | 59.9° | 70.8° | 4.45" | — |
| September | 73.9° | 51.8° | 62.8° | 3.58" | — |
| October | 60.7° | 40.7° | 50.7° | 4.05" | — |
| November | 47.2° | 30.7° | 38.9° | 2.98" | — |
| December | 35.5° | 20.5° | 28.0° | 3.57" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitehall village | Village | 3.5 mi | — |
| Fair Haven CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
| North Granville CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Poultney village | Village | 6.6 mi | — |
| East Poultney CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
| Castleton Four Corners CDP | CDP | 9.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 12887. • 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.