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Cities in ZIP code 12206

The list below includes the cities that the US Post Office accepts for ZIP code 12206. The preferred city may not be the city in which the ZIP is located. The city for 12206 is usually the name of the main post office. When mailing your package or letter, always include the preferred or acceptable cities. Using any city in the list of unacceptable cities may result in delays.

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Albany, NY

Stats and Demographics for the 12206 ZIP Code

ZIP code 12206 is located in eastern New York and covers a slightly less than average land area compared to other ZIP codes in the United States. It also has a large population density.

The people living in ZIP code 12206 are primarily black or African American. The number of people in their late 20s to early 40s is extremely large while the number of young adults is large. There are also an extremely small number of families and an extremely large number of single parents. The percentage of children under 18 living in the 12206 ZIP code is slightly higher than average compared to other areas of the country.

Real Estate and Housing

ZIP code 12206 has a slightly higher than average percentage of vacancies. The Census also indicates that there are one or more correctional facilities nearby.

The majority of household are rented. Homes in ZIP code 12206 were primarily built in 1939 or earlier. Looking at 12206 real estate data, the median home value of $123,100 is slightly less than average compared to the rest of the country. It is also low compared to nearby ZIP codes. 12206 could be an area to look for cheap housing compared to surrounding areas. Rentals in 12206 are most commonly 3+ bedrooms. The rent for 3+ bedrooms is normally $1,000+/month including utilities. 2 bedrooms are also common and rent for $750-$999/month. Prices for rental property include ZIP code 12206 apartments, townhouses, and homes that are primary residences.

Employment, Income, Earnings, and Work

The median household income of $26,883 is low compared to the rest of the country. It is also low compared to nearby ZIP codes. While money isn't everything, residents in ZIP code 12206 earn less than in other parts of town.

As with most parts of the country, vehicles are the most common form of transportation to places of employment. ZIP code 12206 uses public transportation to get to work more than almost anywhere in the country. If you are a person that likes walking or biking to work, it will be a comfort for you to know that 12206 has a well above average number of people who do not use a vehicle to commute. In most parts of the country, the majority of commuters get to work in under half an hour. More commuters in 12206 get to experience these short commute times than most other ZIP codes. It is very uncommon, compared to the rest of the US, for employees to have to travel more than 45 minutes to their place of employment.

For more information, see Albany, NY poverty.

Schools and Education

The percentage of people that did not graduate high school is among the highest in the nation. Despite the lower high school graduation rates, the area has some of the highest percentages of people who attended college of any ZIP.

Schools in ZIP Code 12206

ZIP Code 12206 is in the following school districts: Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys School District, Brighter Choice Charter School for Girls School District, Henry Johnson Charter School District, Albany City School District, and Private. There are 8 different elementary schools and high schools with mailing addresses in ZIP code 12206.

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