| City: | Coeymans, New York |
| County: | Albany County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 8:41:20 PM |
| Population: | 662 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 518 / 838 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 42.4792, -73.7970 |
| Land Area: | 1.235 sq mi |
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Coeymans is a compact Hudson River town in Albany County, New York, where PO Boxes aren't just convenient. They're required. This is a PO Box Only Zone, meaning there's no alternative mail delivery across the 1.3 square mile community. With 234 PO Boxes serving 259 households, the adoption rate of 90% makes sense when it's the only option.
The town sits along the Hudson River, with street names like Marina Drive, Dock Street, and Riverview Drive pointing to its waterfront location. Main Street has the most delivery points (27 records), followed by Westerlo Street (11 records). Many addresses include apartment units, particularly on Main, Westerlo, Riverview, and Church streets.
Coeymans has 662 residents living in 259 households. It's an older, educated, and affluent community. Median household income reaches $116,827, well above the national median. About 51% of adults hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The housing stock is historic: 78% of homes (234 of 301 units) were built before 1939.
Rural carrier routes handle what little street delivery exists. Two rural routes serve 82 ZIP+4 records, while PO Boxes account for just 4 records in the database. The Coeymans post office also maintains 18 business delivery points and operates general delivery service.
To receive mail in Coeymans, you need a PO Box at the 12045 post office. Street addressing exists for some locations, but carrier delivery doesn't reach them. Everyone uses the post office.
Street names point to Hudson River waterfront character, with many multi-unit buildings on main corridors.
ZIP Code 12045 has 662 residents and 259 households (average 2.56 persons per household). The median age is 40.3 years, slightly older than the state (39.0) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 46.5% male and 53.5% female, which is slightly lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (84.3%, much higher than the state average of 55.2% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (6.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 6.6%, which is much lower than the state average (19.5%).
Explore More: Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 662Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 207Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 536.0 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 259Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $666,666,666Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.56Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 3.39Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 444 | 539 | 326 | 325 | 329 | 343 | 347 | 475 | 506 | 449 | 571 | 467 | 237 | 207 |
| Decennial Census | 584 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 662 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 40.3
Male Median Age: 42.3
Female Median Age: 38.5
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 9 | 14 | 16 | 32 | 19 | 11 | 24 | 22 | 19 | 22 | 16 | 26 | 26 | 16 | 28 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Female | 23 | 19 | 29 | 24 | 27 | 23 | 19 | 18 | 27 | 15 | 46 | 22 | 15 | 30 | 5 | 0 | 8 | 4 |
| Total | 32 | 33 | 45 | 56 | 46 | 34 | 43 | 40 | 46 | 37 | 62 | 48 | 41 | 46 | 33 | 5 | 10 | 5 |
| White: | 558 | 85.32% |
| Black: | 24 | 3.67% |
| Hispanic:* | 44 | 6.73% |
| Asian: | 4 | 0.61% |
| American Indian: | 5 | 0.76% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 19 | 2.91% |
| Total: | 654 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 308 | 46.53% | 42.3 years |
| Females: | 354 | 53.47% | 38.5 years |
| Total: | 662 | 100% | 40.3 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 207 | 100.00% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Population: | 207 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 207 | 100.00% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 0 | 0.00% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $0, which is well under the national median ($80,734), is down $59,318 (100.0%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $51,750. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $91,958 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $91,958 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 58.5%, which is lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (77.7%).
Explore More: Income Over Time Household Income Employment Status By Occupation
| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $59,318 | $37,148 | $35,905 | $36,413 | $41,250 | $46,094 | $51,389 | $51,161 | $51,750 | $54,722 | $68,977 | $86,190 | $116,827 | $0 |
| Median Family Income | $101,518 | $59,432 | $36,875 | $27,241 | $41,779 | $47,902 | $48,578 | $41,840 | $43,929 | $41,019 | $37,614 | $40,192 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $11,602 | $12,348 | $35,536 | $36,739 | $36,845 | $37,361 | $63,906 | $64,028 | $71,000 | $66,111 | $78,043 | $86,548 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $36,667 | $36,547 | $27,404 | $35,163 | $0 | $29,113 | $31,779 | $32,311 | $40,329 | $41,176 | $58,500 | $82,955 | $88,664 | $91,958 |
| Median Female Income | $31,888 | $31,982 | $35,000 | $38,523 | $0 | $40,677 | $40,991 | $40,236 | $40,375 | $38,796 | $38,750 | $41,058 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 121 | 58.45% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 86 | 41.55% |
| Total: | 207 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 94 | 77.69% |
| Service: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sales and Office: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 27 | 22.31% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 121 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $0, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), is down $146,900 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $147,200. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), is down $536 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $1,036. Of occupied housing, owners make up 100.00% (100.00% with a mortgage, 0.00% free-and-clear) and renters 0.00% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 31.79%, which is much higher than the national rate (10.12%).
Explore More: Compare Home Value Home Value Over Time Rent & Over Time Housing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $146,900 | $161,100 | $163,200 | $162,700 | $156,900 | $156,600 | $152,300 | $137,500 | $147,200 | $148,600 | $139,800 | $137,900 | $0 | $0 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 0 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $536 | $559 | $561 | $583 | $575 | $669 | $672 | $928 | $1,036 | $961 | $1,315 | $1,500 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 118 | 100.00% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Renter Occupied: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 118 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 118 | 68.21% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 55 | 31.79% |
| Total Housing Units: | 173 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 147 | 84.97% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 26 | 15.03% |
| Other Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 173 | 100% |
In 2024, 65.60% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is 99.50%, which is well above the national rate (67.10%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (100.00%). College enrollment is 100.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.
Explore More: Educational Attainment Health Insurance Poverty Over Time School Enrollment
| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 1 | 0.63% |
| Some college, no degree: | 54 | 33.75% |
| Associate's degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 105 | 65.63% |
| Total: | 160 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 160 | 100.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 105 | 65.63% |
| Private Insurance: | 206 | 73.84% |
| Public Insurance: | 73 | 26.16% |
| No Insurance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 279 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 279 | 100.00% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 0 | 0.00% |
| College or graduate school: | 47 | 100.00% |
| Total: | 47 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 0 | 0.00% |
ZIP Code 12045 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 11 business establishments, employing about 145 people with an annual payroll of $17,634,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 499Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 11Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $3,939,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $17,634,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 145Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 12045 is located in Albany County, New York, within the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 10580) and New York's 20th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 870,716 people, about 0.08% of whom live in ZIP Code 12045. It covers 1.235 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NYSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 10580Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 870,716Source: Census |
| MSA: | Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY MSASource: Census |
| Land Area: | 1.235 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | --Source: Census |
| Congressional District: | 20Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 1231.28 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | --Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | --Source: Census |
| Place Name: | --Source: Census |
ZIP Code 12045 is in the Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk Central School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on February 1, 2026.