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ZIP Code 12998

Essex, New York

FIPS 12998

Juniper

ZIP Code 12998 is in the top 22% nationally for FEMA risk score.

FEMA Risk Score

38.4

Lower than 78% of U.S. ZIP codes

The basics

Total Population

399

Median Age

45

Climate & weather

Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.

Summer Avg High (°F)

80.2

Winter Avg Low (°F)

12.7

Avg Temperature (°F)

46.3

Hot Days/yr (>90°F)

12.4

Freezing Days/yr (<32°F)

152.3

Annual Precipitation (in)

37.9

Annual Snowfall (in)

63.7

Flood & disaster risk

Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.

FEMA Risk Score

38.4

Lower than 78%

The full report

Six pillars — each with percentile benchmarks, 16-year trends, and per-metric detail.

  • People

  • Work & Money

  • Housing

  • Amenities

  • Environment & Risk

ZIP Code 12998: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in ZIP Code 12998?
ZIP Code 12998 averages 46.3°F year-round, summer highs near 80.2°F, winter lows around 12.7°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). It sees about 63.7 inches of snow a year.
Is ZIP Code 12998 at risk of flooding or natural disasters?
ZIP Code 12998's FEMA National Risk Index score is 38.4 (lower than 78% of U.S. ZIP codes). Its greatest modeled natural hazard is earthquake.

Sources: U.S. Census ACS, FEMA National Risk Index, FHFA House Price Index, OpenStreetMap, EPA. Explore the map →