NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 12980

NY · Population: 1,118

B
61/100
79
B+
Safety
76
B+
Affordability
62
B
Quality of Life
26
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 12980

Zip code 12980 is located in New York and is home to approximately 1,118 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 61/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

With a median household income of $59,438 and home values around $92,600, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 14.9% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 12.6% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$59,438
Home Value
$92,600
Rent
$683/mo
Median Age
56
College Educated
14.9%
Unemployment
12.6%
Owner-Occupied
86.8%
Rent Burden
13.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety79B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability76B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life62BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy26FLower unemployment = higher
Overall61BWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).