ZIP Code 14304, New York
ZIP Code 14304 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 14304 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Niagara County, New York. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 29,208. The land area covers 21.54 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 29,208 | ±1,156 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 13,021 | ±492 | 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 | 13,855 | ±470 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 13,021 | ±492 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 834 | ±274 |
| Median Home Value | $164,000 | ±$6,697 |
| Median Gross Rent | $971 | ±$52 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,660 | ±$3,669 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,938 | ±$2,549 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.3% | ±2.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,861 | ±803 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.7% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 13,537 | ±788 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.9% | ±1.7% |
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: 209,570 (2024)
ID: 170427
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY COMMISSIONER OF BUSINESS DEVE
VANATAGE CENTER STE 1, 6311 INDUCON CORPORATE DR, SANBORN NY 14132
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | LOCKPORT, NY | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BUFFALO, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | AMHERST, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | AMHERST, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | LOCKPORT, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | BUFFALO, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-07 | BUFFALO, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | NIAGARA FALLS, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | BUFFALO, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-12 | BUFFALO, 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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Niagara County Community College
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College | 4.7 mi away | 3111 Saunders Settlement Rd, Sanborn, NY, 14132 |
7166146222
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NIAGARA FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY - LASALLE BRANCH
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 8728 BUFFALO AVENUE, NIAGARA FALLS, NY, 14304 |
(716) 283-8309
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Niagara University
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College | 5.0 mi away | 5795 Lewiston Road, Niagara University, NY, 14109 |
7162851212
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SANBORN-PEKIN FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 5884 WEST STREET, SANBORN, NY, 14132 |
(716) 731-9933
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The Salon Professional Academy-Tonawanda
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College Vocational | 10.6 mi away | 2309 Eggert Rd, Tonawanda, NY, 14150 |
7168338772
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GRAND ISLAND MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 1715 BEDELL ROAD, GRAND ISLAND, NY, 14072 |
(716) 773-7124
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University at Buffalo
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College | 10.8 mi away | 12 Capen Hall, Buffalo, NY, 14260-1660 |
7166452000
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NIAGARA FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 1425 MAIN STREET, NIAGARA FALLS, NY, 14305 |
(716) 286-4894
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SUNY Buffalo State University
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College | 12.3 mi away | 1300 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14222 |
7168784000
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NORTH TONAWANDA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 505 MEADOW DRIVE, NORTH TONAWANDA, NY, 14120 |
(716) 693-4132
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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 NIAGARA FALLS INTL AP, NY US, located 0.2 miles from ZCTA5 14304. 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° | 16.8° | 24.2° | 2.27" | — |
| February | 32.7° | 17.3° | 25.0° | 1.77" | — |
| March | 41.4° | 24.7° | 33.0° | 2.12" | — |
| April | 54.5° | 34.3° | 44.4° | 3.19" | — |
| May | 67.6° | 45.7° | 56.6° | 3.03" | — |
| June | 76.3° | 56.2° | 66.3° | 2.88" | — |
| July | 80.7° | 61.2° | 71.0° | 3.37" | — |
| August | 79.1° | 59.6° | 69.4° | 2.62" | — |
| September | 72.5° | 52.2° | 62.3° | 3.27" | — |
| October | 59.5° | 41.6° | 50.6° | 3.23" | — |
| November | 47.4° | 31.9° | 39.7° | 2.78" | — |
| December | 36.7° | 23.7° | 30.2° | 2.44" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Niagara Falls city | City | 3.5 mi | — |
| Sanborn CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Niagara University CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| North Tonawanda city | City | 5.5 mi | — |
| Lewiston village | Village | 6.6 mi | — |
| Tonawanda city | City | 7.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 14304. • 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.