14212 ZIP Code
Buffalo, New york
December 29, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 14212 |
| City/Town: | Buffalo |
| County: | Erie |
| State: | New york |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 13,295 |
| Median Household Income: | $34,378 |
| Per Capita Income: | $24,849 |
| Total Housing Units: | 6,054 |
| Median Home Value: | $83,200 |
| Land Area: | 2.1 sq miles
5.5 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.0 sq miles
0.0 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 42.8950, -78.8195 |
Population Information (14212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 13,295 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 6,628 | 49.9% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 6,667 | 50.1% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 36.6 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 1,077 | 8.1% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 976 | 7.3% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 1,240 | 9.3% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 811 | 6.1% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 712 | 5.4% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 1,510 | 11.4% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 1,766 | 13.3% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 1,581 | 11.9% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 904 | 6.8% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,039 | 7.8% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,259 | 9.5% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 272 | 2.0% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 148 | 1.1% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (14212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $83,200 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.5 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $826 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 6,054 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 5,002 | 82.6% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 1,052 | 17.4% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 2,660 | 53.2% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 2,342 | 46.8% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (14212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 8,479 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 595 | 7.0% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1,454 | 17.1% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 2,914 | 34.4% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 1,795 | 21.2% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 712 | 8.4% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 614 | 7.2% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 395 | 4.7% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 75.8% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 11.9% | 34.3% |
Income Information (14212 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $34,378 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $50,288 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $44,056 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $24,849 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (14212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 5,383 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 4,789 | 89.1% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 584 | 10.9% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 4,412 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 3,977 | 83.0% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 693 | 14.5% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 119 | 2.5% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (14212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 5,172 | 38.9% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 4,140 | 31.1% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 47 | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 2,719 | 20.5% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 459 | 3.5% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 758 | 5.7% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 853 | 6.4% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 1,106 | 8.3% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 37 | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 1,038 | 7.8% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 31 | 0.2% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (14212 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 523 | 10.5% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 542 | 10.8% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 1,009 | 20.2% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 475 | 9.5% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 571 | 11.4% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 769 | 15.4% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 478 | 9.6% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 481 | 9.6% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 89 | 1.8% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 65 | 1.3% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (14212 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 2,538 | 53.0% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 757 | 15.8% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 550 | 11.5% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 143 | 3.0% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 58 | 1.2% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 369 | 7.7% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 18.9 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (14212 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 19 | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 297 | 6.2% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 838 | 17.5% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 137 | 2.9% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 354 | 7.4% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 634 | 13.2% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 19 | 0.4% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 216 | 4.5% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 422 | 8.8% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 1,027 | 21.4% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 510 | 10.6% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 194 | 4.1% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 122 | 2.5% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (14212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 36.9% | 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 (14212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 12,669 | 95.3% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 5,055 | 38.0% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 9,444 | 71.0% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 597 | 4.5% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (14212 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 3,199 | 64.0% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 1,724 | 34.5% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,045 | 20.9% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 873 | 17.5% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 487 | 9.7% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 2,237 | 44.7% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (14212 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 2,398 | 39.6% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 148 | 2.4% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 2,454 | 40.5% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 483 | 8.0% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 101 | 1.7% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 47 | 0.8% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 423 | 7.0% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (14212 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 39 | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 91 | 1.5% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 68 | 1.1% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 229 | 3.8% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 40 | 0.7% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 202 | 3.3% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 287 | 4.7% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 833 | 13.8% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 666 | 11.0% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 3,599 | 59.4% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (14212 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 247 | 4.1% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 674 | 11.1% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,883 | 31.1% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 1,986 | 32.8% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 892 | 14.7% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 372 | 6.1% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (14212 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 4,332 | 86.6% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 23 | 0.5% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 555 | 11.1% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 49 | 1.0% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 22 | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 21 | 0.4% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (14212 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 1,586 | 31.7% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 1,734 | 34.7% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 1,258 | 25.1% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 424 | 8.5% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (14212 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 733 | 27.6% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 1,011 | 38.0% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 520 | 19.5% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 232 | 8.7% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 93 | 3.5% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 43 | 1.6% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 23 | 0.9% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 5 | 0.2% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (14212 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $885 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $438 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $826 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.74 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.52 | 2.38 |
Households (14212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 5,002 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 1,662 | 33.2% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 792 | 15.8% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,360 | 27.2% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 1,544 | 30.9% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 1,589 | 31.8% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 1,427 | 28.5% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.64 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.76 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (14212 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 5,127 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 2,411 | 47.0% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 1,889 | 36.8% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 196 | 3.8% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 462 | 9.0% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 1,900 | 37.1% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (14212 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 3,399 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 188 | 5.5% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 178 | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,739 | 51.2% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 818 | 24.1% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 476 | 14.0% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (14212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 9,407 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 665 | 7.1% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 13,266 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 2,508 | 18.9% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 255 | 10.2% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,715 | 68.4% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 538 | 21.5% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (14212 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 11,325 | 85.2% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 1,664 | 12.5% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 1,131 | 68.0% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 440 | 26.4% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 156 | 9.4% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 93 | 5.6% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (14212 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 10,599 | 79.7% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 551 | 4.1% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 2,696 | 489.3% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 2,696 | 489.3% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 2,696 | 489.3% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 33 | 6.0% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 462 | 83.8% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 18 | 3.3% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 31 | 5.6% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (14212 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 12,218 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 8,374 | 68.5% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 3,844 | 31.5% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 657 | 5.4% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 1,551 | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 946 | 7.7% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 690 | 5.6% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (14212 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 5,002 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 4,308 | 86.1% | 89.4% |
Buffalo, NY14212