12946, Lake Placid, NY

The 12946 zip code of Lake Placid, NY is located in the Adirondack Mountains and has a population of about 6,000. The median household income in this zip code is $92,000 and the median home value is $269,500. The 12946 zip code has a homeownership rate of about 73%.

The average price per square foot for homes in the 12946 zip code is $183. This means that the typical home in this zip code costs approximately 3 times more than the average price per square foot for all of New York City. In addition, homes in this zip code are typically larger than homes in other parts of New York City. For example, the average size of a home in the 12946 zip code is 2,700 square feet compared to 1,800 square feet for all of New York City.

There are several reasons why homes in the 12946 zip code are more expensive than homes elsewhere in New York City. First, Lake Placid is a relatively affluent area and there are few low-cost housing options available. Second, many homeowners have invested money into improving their home's exterior appearance or adding features such as pools or tennis courts that increase its value. Finally, many residents believe that Lake Placid is a desirable place to live and they are willing to pay higher prices for properties here than elsewhere in New York City.