According to historical population data, ZIP code 12814, which includes Bolton Landing, New York, has seen a gradual population decline over the past decade. The population decreased from 1,464 in 2010 to 918 in 2022. This change was accompanied by a drop in population density from 24.81 people per square mile in 2010 to 15.56 people per square mile in 2022.

ZIP code 12814, with a current population density of 15.56 people per square mile, is classified as a remote rural area. Remote rural areas are characterized by sparse populations, minimal infrastructure, and limited services. The lifestyle in these areas is primarily agricultural or undeveloped, emphasizing privacy and self-sustainability.

Residents of remote rural areas often participate in outdoor and recreational activities, taking advantage of the natural surroundings and the large parcels of land available per household, which typically exceed 5 acres. Based on the national average household size of 2.61 people, the estimated number of housing units in ZIP code 12814 for 2022 is approximately 352.