12983 ZIP Code
Saranac Lake, New york
December 29, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 12983 |
| City/Town: | Saranac Lake |
| County: | Franklin |
| State: | New york |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 7,336 |
| Median Household Income: | $61,237 |
| Per Capita Income: | $37,283 |
| Total Housing Units: | 4,699 |
| Median Home Value: | $187,700 |
| Land Area: | 115.8 sq miles
299.8 sq km |
| Water Area: | 14.5 sq miles
37.5 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 44.3484, -74.1431 |
Population Information (12983 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 7,336 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 3,933 | 53.6% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 3,403 | 46.4% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 44.6 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 351 | 4.8% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 429 | 5.8% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 283 | 3.9% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 416 | 5.7% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 477 | 6.5% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 933 | 12.7% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 846 | 11.5% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 776 | 10.6% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 574 | 7.8% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 722 | 9.8% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,060 | 14.4% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 361 | 4.9% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 108 | 1.5% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (12983 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $187,700 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.0 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $791 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 4,699 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 3,458 | 73.6% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 1,241 | 26.4% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 2,051 | 59.3% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 1,407 | 40.7% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (12983 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 5,380 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 63 | 1.2% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 341 | 6.3% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 1,005 | 18.7% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 1,106 | 20.6% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 692 | 12.9% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1,130 | 21.0% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1,043 | 19.4% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 92.5% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 40.4% | 34.3% |
Income Information (12983 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $61,237 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $86,646 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $89,667 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $37,283 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (12983 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 3,757 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 3,648 | 97.1% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 109 | 2.9% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 2,434 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 2,467 | 67.6% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 895 | 24.5% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 286 | 7.8% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (12983 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 6,876 | 93.7% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 203 | 2.8% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 41 | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 29 | 0.4% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 7 | 0.1% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 180 | 2.5% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 76 | 1.0% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 132 | 1.8% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 28 | 0.4% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 32 | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 8 | 0.1% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 64 | 0.9% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (12983 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 112 | 3.2% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 228 | 6.6% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 330 | 9.5% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 299 | 8.6% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 357 | 10.3% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 701 | 20.3% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 422 | 12.2% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 537 | 15.5% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 257 | 7.4% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 215 | 6.2% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (12983 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 2,523 | 69.2% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 465 | 12.7% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 15 | 0.4% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 292 | 8.0% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 46 | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 236 | 6.5% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 14.9 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (12983 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 46 | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 140 | 3.8% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 37 | 1.0% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 27 | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 471 | 12.9% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 95 | 2.6% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 93 | 2.5% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 107 | 2.9% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 310 | 8.5% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 1,450 | 39.7% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 428 | 11.7% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 209 | 5.7% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 235 | 6.4% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (12983 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 13.7% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (12983 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 6,945 | 94.7% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 5,249 | 71.6% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 3,150 | 42.9% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 375 | 5.1% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (12983 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 2,517 | 72.8% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 1,324 | 38.3% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,077 | 31.1% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 203 | 5.9% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 111 | 3.2% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 474 | 13.7% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (12983 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 3,108 | 66.1% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 12 | 0.3% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 208 | 4.4% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 347 | 7.4% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 531 | 11.3% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 86 | 1.8% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 331 | 7.0% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 76 | 1.6% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (12983 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 18 | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 77 | 1.6% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 296 | 6.3% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 309 | 6.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 403 | 8.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 462 | 9.8% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 406 | 8.6% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 322 | 6.9% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 237 | 5.0% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 2,169 | 46.2% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (12983 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 270 | 5.7% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 848 | 18.0% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,466 | 31.2% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 1,361 | 29.0% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 544 | 11.6% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 210 | 4.5% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (12983 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 189 | 5.5% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 579 | 16.7% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 557 | 16.1% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 1,932 | 55.9% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 150 | 4.3% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 51 | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (12983 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 405 | 11.7% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 1,583 | 45.8% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 1,129 | 32.6% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 341 | 9.9% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (12983 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 56 | 2.7% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 291 | 14.2% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 240 | 11.7% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 548 | 26.7% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 421 | 20.5% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 357 | 17.4% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 64 | 3.1% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 74 | 3.6% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (12983 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,562 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $623 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $791 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.18 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 1.82 | 2.38 |
Households (12983 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 3,458 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 1,339 | 38.7% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 346 | 10.0% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 868 | 25.1% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 755 | 21.8% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 611 | 17.7% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 1,111 | 32.1% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.03 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.67 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (12983 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 3,362 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 1,386 | 41.2% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 1,491 | 44.3% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 85 | 2.5% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 335 | 10.0% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 957 | 28.5% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (12983 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 1,421 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 67 | 4.7% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 27 | 1.9% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 623 | 43.8% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 287 | 20.2% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 417 | 29.3% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (12983 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 6,050 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 395 | 6.5% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 7,320 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 948 | 13.0% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 65 | 6.9% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 562 | 59.3% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 321 | 33.9% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (12983 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 6,219 | 84.8% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 1,023 | 13.9% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 392 | 38.3% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 629 | 61.5% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 202 | 19.7% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 2 | 0.2% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (12983 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 7,250 | 98.8% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 13 | 0.2% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 86 | 661.5% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 86 | 661.5% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 86 | 661.5% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 29 | 223.1% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 4 | 30.8% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 33 | 253.8% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (12983 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 6,985 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 6,844 | 98.0% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 141 | 2.0% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 27 | 0.4% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 105 | 1.5% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 9 | 0.1% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (12983 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 3,458 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 3,110 | 89.9% | 89.4% |
Saranac Lake, NY12983