| City: | Malden On Hudson, New York |
| City Alias: | Malden Hudson |
| Names to Avoid: | Malden, Mldn On Hdsn |
| County: | Ulster County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 8:44:42 PM |
| Population: | 271 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 329 / 845 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 42.1101, -73.9378 |
| Land Area: | 0.426 sq mi |
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Malden on Hudson sits along the western bank of the Hudson River in Ulster County, New York. This small hamlet of 271 residents occupies just 1.7 square miles of riverfront and hillside terrain. Street names like River Road, Riverside Drive, and Ferry Street reflect the community's connection to the Hudson River, while Main Street and York Street form the historic village core.
This is a PO Box Only Zone. There's no alternative mail delivery available in Malden on Hudson. The post office maintains 140 PO Boxes for a community of 123 households, resulting in an adoption rate of 1.14x. That extra capacity serves residents from surrounding areas who also rely on this facility. Mail is delivered via two rural carrier routes covering 27 distinct streets throughout the hamlet and nearby properties.
With a median age of 51.3 years, Malden on Hudson leans older than typical American communities. The population includes just 6 children under 18, while the majority consists of established households and retirees. Of 150 total housing units, 123 are occupied year-round. The split between owner-occupied (72 units) and renter-occupied (51 units) suggests a mix of longtime residents and tenants. Among adults 25 and over, 34.4% hold bachelor's degrees or higher.
The hamlet supports 6 business establishments employing 46 people. Per capita income stands at $18,299, indicating a modest economic profile. All 36 workers in the available sample work in either educational/health care services or public administration, suggesting employment at nearby schools, medical facilities, or government offices. Most workers (36) commute by carpool rather than driving alone. The housing stock is notably old, with 197 units dating to before 1939.
Street names reflect both the historic village core (Main, York) and Hudson River location (River Rd, Riverside Dr, Ferry St).
ZIP Code 12453 has 271 residents and 123 households (average 2.20 persons per household). The median age is 51.3 years, significantly older than the state (39.0) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 53.9% male and 46.1% female, which is higher than the state male share (48.4%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (88.6%, much higher than the state average of 55.2% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (10.3%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 10.3%, 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: | 271Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 241Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 636.2 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 123Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $345,900Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.20Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.86Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 280 | 390 | 298 | 417 | 202 | 302 | 235 | 291 | 222 | 345 | 232 | 240 | 212 | 241 |
| Decennial Census | 366 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 271 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 51.3
Male Median Age: 49.9
Female Median Age: 51.9
| 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 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 11 | 9 | 8 | 14 | 2 | 16 | 18 | 5 | 29 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 5 |
| Female | 1 | 8 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 11 | 9 | 1 | 12 | 2 | 12 | 7 | 7 | 11 | 14 | 8 | 7 | 3 |
| Total | 7 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 13 | 20 | 17 | 15 | 14 | 18 | 30 | 12 | 36 | 13 | 17 | 17 | 8 | 8 |
| White: | 240 | 85.41% |
| Black: | 0 | 0% |
| Hispanic:* | 28 | 9.96% |
| Asian: | 4 | 1.42% |
| American Indian: | 0 | 0% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 9 | 3.20% |
| Total: | 281 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 146 | 53.87% | 49.9 years |
| Females: | 125 | 46.13% | 51.9 years |
| Total: | 271 | 100% | 51.3 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 46 | 19.09% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 16 | 6.64% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 179 | 74.27% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 74.27% |
| Total Population: | 241 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 62 | 25.73% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 179 | 74.27% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $0, which is well under the national median ($80,734), is down $66,944 (100.0%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $0 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (63.5%).
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 | $66,944 | $77,115 | $203,625 | $49,345 | $34,434 | $34,258 | $35,755 | $36,923 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Family Income | $66,771 | $96,250 | $204,125 | $205,978 | $0 | $0 | $33,851 | $36,402 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $40,871 | $41,855 | $41,425 | $41,250 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Female Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 241 | 100.00% |
| Total: | 241 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 0 | 0% |
| Service: | 0 | 0% |
| Sales and Office: | 0 | 0% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 0 | 0% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 0 | 0% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 0 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $345,900, which is a touch higher than the national median ($332,700), is up $27,700 (8.71%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $345,900. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Of occupied housing, owners make up 100.00% (21.67% with a mortgage, 78.33% free-and-clear) and renters 0.00% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 47.83%, 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 | $318,200 | $434,800 | $281,300 | $302,100 | $343,400 | $360,600 | $0 | $360,000 | $0 | $278,400 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $345,900 |
| 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 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 26 | 21.67% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 94 | 78.33% |
| Renter Occupied: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 120 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 120 | 52.17% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 110 | 47.83% |
| Total Housing Units: | 230 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 230 | 100.00% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 230 | 100% |
In 2024, 56.40% 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%). Public coverage is 85.10%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.70%). 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. Insufficient data for school enrollment.
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): | 105 | 43.57% |
| Some college, no degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Associate's degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 26 | 10.79% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 110 | 45.64% |
| Total: | 241 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 241 | 100.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 136 | 56.43% |
| Private Insurance: | 62 | 23.22% |
| Public Insurance: | 205 | 76.78% |
| No Insurance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 267 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 267 | 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% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 0 | 0% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 0 | 0% |
| College or graduate school: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 0 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 0 | 0% |
ZIP Code 12453 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 7 business establishments, employing about 35 people with an annual payroll of $1,240,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 144Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 7Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $256,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $1,240,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 35Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 12453 is located in Ulster County, New York, within the Kingston, NY Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 28740) and New York's 19th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 182,493 people, about 0.15% of whom live in ZIP Code 12453. It covers 0.426 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Kingston, NYSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 28740Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 182,493Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.426 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | --Source: Census |
| Congressional District: | 19Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 7937.02 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | --Source: Census |
| Place Name: | --Source: Census |
We could not locate which school district 12453 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. 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.