| City: | Helena, New York |
| County: | Saint Lawrence County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 8:55:48 PM |
| Population: | 91 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 315 / 680 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 44.9219, -74.7264 |
| Land Area: | 2.443 sq mi |
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Helena is a small rural community in Saint Lawrence County, New York, just miles from the Canadian border. With 91 residents spread across 1.7 square miles, this isn't a densely populated area. The post office maintains 43 PO Boxes for 37 local households, with the slight surplus serving a few residents from surrounding areas without mail delivery options.
This is a PO Box Only Zone. No street delivery exists here. Mail arrives via two rural carrier routes serving 29 delivery points, but that's still carrier delivery to roadside mailboxes, not door-to-door service. For packages, documents, and secure mail, residents rely entirely on the Helena post office.
The housing stock tells a story of long-standing settlement. Of the 48 total housing units, 39 were built before 1939. That's 81% of homes dating to the pre-World War II era. The median age of 43.9 years and high educational attainment (44.7% hold bachelor's degrees or higher) suggest a stable, educated rural population.
Helena sits close to Cornwall, Ontario, with several Cornwall neighborhoods within 5 miles. Cornwall Island, part of the Akwesasne reserve, is just 3.7 miles away. Downtown Cornwall is 4.9 miles north. This proximity to the international border gives Helena a cross-border regional context, though the community itself is distinctly American and rural.
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Helena, NY 13649Street names include County Route 53, Quinell Road, and State Highway 37C. The road network consists mostly of county routes and rural roads radiating from a small core that includes Main Street and Depot Street.
Street names are dominated by county routes and state highways, typical of rural upstate New York communities with scattered settlement patterns.
ZIP Code 13649 has 91 residents and 37 households (average 2.46 persons per household). The median age is 43.9 years, older than the state (39.0) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 33.0% male and 67.0% female, which is much lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (94.5%, much higher than the state average of 55.2% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and American Indian & Alaska Native (1.1%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 0.0%, 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: | 91Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 56Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 37.2 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $156,250Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 37Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $666,666,666Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.46Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.30Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 37 | 58 | 56 |
| Decennial Census | 0 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 91 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 43.9
Male Median Age: 41.5
Female Median Age: 43.9
| 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 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| Female | 6 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total | 6 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 10 | 3 | 7 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| White: | 86 | 98.85% |
| Black: | 0 | 0% |
| Hispanic:* | 0 | 0% |
| Asian: | 0 | 0% |
| American Indian: | 1 | 1.15% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 87 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 30 | 32.97% | 41.5 years |
| Females: | 61 | 67.03% | 43.9 years |
| Total: | 91 | 100% | 43.9 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 56 | 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: | 56 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 56 | 100.00% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 0 | 0.00% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $156,250, which is much higher than the national median ($80,734), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $156,250. Family households earn a median of $156,250 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $156,250). 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 stayed about the same from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 62.5%, which is about the same as the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 14.3%, which is far worse than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Sales (53.3%).
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 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $156,250 |
| Median Family Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $156,250 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $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: | 30 | 53.57% |
| Unemployed: | 5 | 8.93% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 21 | 37.50% |
| Total: | 56 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 7 | 23.33% |
| Service: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sales and Office: | 16 | 53.33% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 7 | 23.33% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 30 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $0, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. 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 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $0 | $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 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 19 | 100.00% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Renter Occupied: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 19 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 19 | 48.72% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 20 | 51.28% |
| Total Housing Units: | 39 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 16 | 41.03% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 20 | 51.28% |
| Other Units: | 3 | 7.69% |
| Total Housing Units: | 39 | 100% |
In 2024, 31.30% 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 21.40%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). 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 high school (75.00%). College enrollment is 25.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.
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): | 17 | 35.42% |
| Some college, no degree: | 8 | 16.67% |
| Associate's degree: | 8 | 16.67% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 15 | 31.25% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 48 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 48 | 100.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 15 | 31.25% |
| Private Insurance: | 44 | 56.41% |
| Public Insurance: | 22 | 28.21% |
| No Insurance: | 12 | 15.38% |
| Total: | 78 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 66 | 84.62% |
| 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): | 6 | 75.00% |
| College or graduate school: | 2 | 25.00% |
| Total: | 8 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 6 | 75.00% |
ZIP Code 13649 is designated for PO Box delivery only; business establishment and employment data are not available.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 47Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 0Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $0Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $0Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 0Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 13649 is located in Saint Lawrence County, New York, within the Massena-Ogdensburg, NY Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 32390) and New York's 21st Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 13649. It covers 2.443 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Massena-Ogdensburg, NYSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 32390Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MicroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 0Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 2.443 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | --Source: 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: | --Source: Census |
| Place Name: | --Source: Census |
We could not locate which school district 13649 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.