ZIP Code 13856, New York
ZIP Code 13856 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 13856 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Delaware County, New York. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,881. The land area covers 179.70 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,881 | ±193 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50 yrs | ±2.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,645 | ±216 | 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 | 3,595 | ±237 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,645 | ±216 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 950 | ±183 |
| Median Home Value | $156,500 | ±$9,799 |
| Median Gross Rent | $819 | ±$95 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $48,958 | ±$12,509 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,287 | ±$4,402 |
| Poverty Rate | 23.9% | ±7.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,405 | ±446 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.9% | ±3.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,521 | ±344 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87% | ±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: 44,191 (2024)
ID: 213195
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CHAIRMAN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
111 MAIN ST, 3, DELHI NY 13753-1274
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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 | DELHI, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | DELHI, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | DEPOSIT, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | DEPOSIT, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | DOWNSVILLE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | FRANKLIN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | HANCOCK, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-12 | HANCOCK, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | SIDNEY, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | SIDNEY, 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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SUNY College of Technology at Delhi
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College | 14.9 mi away | 454 Delhi Drive, Delhi, NY, 13753-1100 |
6077464000
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WILLIAM B. OGDEN FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 42 GARDINER PLACE, WALTON, NY, 13856 |
(607) 865-5929
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Hartwick College
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College | 20.6 mi away | One Hartwick Drive, Oneonta, NY, 13820-4020 |
6074314000
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MASONVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 15565 STATE HIGHWAY 8, MASONVILLE, NY, 13804 |
(607) 265-3330
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Otsego Area BOCES-Practical Nursing Program
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College Vocational | 20.8 mi away | 31 Center Street 3rd floor, Oneonta, NY, 13820-1142 |
60728677152407
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FRANKLIN FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 334 MAIN STREET, FRANKLIN, NY, 13775 |
(607) 829-2941
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SUNY Oneonta
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College | 21.5 mi away | 108 Ravine Parkway, Oneonta, NY, 13820-4015 |
6074363500
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UNADILLA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 193 MAIN STREET, UNADILLA, NY, 13849 |
(607) 369-3131
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DEPOSIT FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 159 FRONT STREET, DEPOSIT, NY, 13754 |
(607) 467-2577
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SIDNEY MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 8 RIVER STREET, SIDNEY, NY, 13838 |
(607) 563-1200
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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 WALTON 2, NY US, located 2.1 miles from ZCTA5 13856. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.5° | 11.4° | 21.4° | 3.50" | — |
| February | 34.2° | 11.5° | 22.9° | 2.62" | — |
| March | 42.5° | 19.1° | 30.8° | 3.52" | — |
| April | 55.6° | 30.8° | 43.2° | 4.16" | — |
| May | 66.8° | 40.5° | 53.7° | 4.18" | — |
| June | 74.6° | 50.1° | 62.3° | 4.96" | — |
| July | 78.8° | 54.5° | 66.6° | 4.53" | — |
| August | 77.7° | 53.8° | 65.7° | 5.15" | — |
| September | 71.3° | 46.7° | 59.0° | 4.63" | — |
| October | 59.6° | 35.9° | 47.8° | 4.67" | — |
| November | 47.2° | 26.8° | 37.0° | 3.66" | — |
| December | 36.1° | 18.9° | 27.5° | 3.56" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walton village | Village | 2.7 mi | — |
| Downsville CDP | CDP | 11.2 mi | — |
| Franklin village | Village | 11.8 mi | — |
| Unadilla village | Village | 12.7 mi | — |
| Wells Bridge CDP | CDP | 14.2 mi | — |
| Deposit village | Village | 14.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 13856. • 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.