| City: | Fort Drum, New York |
| City Alias: | Watertown |
| Names to Avoid: | Wtown |
| County: | Jefferson County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 10:38:10 PM |
| Population: | 4,951 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 315 / 680 |
| Classification: | Standard [Normal Street Delivery] |
| Coordinates: | 44.0508, -75.7664 |
| Land Area: | 11.478 sq mi |
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ZIP Code 13602 has 4,951 residents and 411 households (average 2.05 persons per household). The median age is 22.0 years, significantly younger than the state (39.0) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 88.4% male and 11.6% female, which is much higher than the state male share (48.4%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (68.0%, much higher than the state average of 55.2%) and Black or African American (21.7%, much higher than the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 19.1%, which is about the same as the state average (19.5%).
Explore More: Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 4,951Source: Census DHC |
| 2023 ACS Population Estimate: | 2,700Source: Census ACS |
| 2025 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 431.3 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 411Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.05Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 8.20Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 2,942 | 3,104 | 3,269 | 3,633 | 3,745 | 3,982 | 4,236 | 4,007 | 3,968 | 4,383 | 3,765 | 2,798 | 2,700 |
| Decennial Census | 3,881 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4,951 | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 22
Male Median Age: 22.1
Female Median Age: 21.3
| 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 | 15 | 12 | 20 | 697 | 2,676 | 705 | 179 | 39 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Female | 24 | 8 | 5 | 127 | 303 | 66 | 22 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 39 | 20 | 25 | 824 | 2,979 | 771 | 201 | 49 | 13 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| White: | 3,367 | 58.31% |
| Black: | 1,073 | 18.58% |
| Hispanic:* | 944 | 16.35% |
| Asian: | 286 | 4.95% |
| American Indian: | 38 | 0.66% |
| Hawaiian: | 13 | 0.23% |
| Other: | 53 | 0.92% |
| Total: | 5,774 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 4,375 | 88.37% | 22.1 years |
| Females: | 576 | 11.63% | 21.3 years |
| Total: | 4,951 | 100% | 22.0 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 2,311 | 85.59% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 138 | 5.11% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 122 | 4.52% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 129 | 9.30% |
| Total Population: | 2,700 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 2,449 | 90.70% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 251 | 9.30% |
In 2023, the Median household income is $0, which is far less than the state median ($84,578), is down $56,310 (100.0%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $44,861. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $28,714 and female is $27,917, which is considerably lower than the state female median ($63,701), with a current gap of $797 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 870.4%, which is markedly above the state rate (63.0%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is far lower than the state rate (6.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (27.1%).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $56,310 | $58,462 | $50,667 | $39,821 | $51,364 | $41,111 | $38,000 | $45,156 | $44,861 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Family Income | $56,310 | $58,462 | $50,667 | $39,821 | $51,364 | $41,944 | $38,375 | $45,781 | $50,500 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $24,239 | $23,170 | $23,522 | $23,898 | $0 | $23,238 | $22,800 | $23,560 | $23,348 | $23,742 | $24,781 | $28,063 | $28,714 |
| Median Female Income | $16,827 | $19,797 | $21,052 | $22,347 | $0 | $22,443 | $22,190 | $25,282 | $25,019 | $25,060 | $25,682 | $28,750 | $27,917 |
| Employed: | 221 | 73.42% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 80 | 26.58% |
| Total: | 301 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 60 | 27.15% |
| Service: | 20 | 9.05% |
| Sales and Office: | 43 | 19.46% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 44 | 19.91% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 54 | 24.43% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 221 | 100% |
In 2023, the median home value is $0, which is considerably lower than the state median ($403,000), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,576), and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $1,704. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $0 | $1,271 | $1,319 | $1,392 | $1,361 | $1,428 | $1,587 | $1,703 | $1,704 | $1,626 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 0 | 0% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 0 | 0% |
| Renter Occupied: | 0 | 0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 0 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 6 | 100.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 6 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 6 | 100.00% |
| Other Units: | 0 | 0% |
| Total Housing Units: | 6 | 100% |
In 2023, 10.30% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly below the state rate (39.60%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is markedly above the state rate (87.90%). Insufficient data for health insurance coverage. Insufficient data for poverty. 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): | 181 | 40.67% |
| Some college, no degree: | 147 | 33.03% |
| Associate's degree: | 71 | 15.96% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 46 | 10.34% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 445 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 445 | 100.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 46 | 10.34% |
| Private Insurance: | 0 | 0% |
| Public Insurance: | 0 | 0% |
| No Insurance: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 0 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 0 | 0% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 12.3% | 19.0% | 31.5% | 16.5% | 16.7% | 6.6% | 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: | 510 | 100.00% |
| Total: | 510 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 0 | 0.00% |
ZIP Code 13602 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 39 business establishments, employing about 703 people with an annual payroll of $38,618,000. USPS data shows 0 residential mailboxes and 2 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 2Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 2,058Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 39Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $9,655,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $38,618,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 703Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 13602 is located in Jefferson County, New York, within the Watertown-Fort Drum, NY Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 48060) and New York's 21st Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 116,130 people, about 4.26% of whom live in ZIP Code 13602. It covers 11.478 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.363 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Watertown-Fort Drum, NYSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 48060Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 116,130Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 11.478 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.363 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 21Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 15114.76 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 3626759Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Fort Drum CDP; New YorkSource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 13602 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 October 1, 2025.