The historical population data for the ZIP code 12733, which corresponds to Fallsburg in New York, shows an area that has experienced significant fluctuations in population and population density over the past decade. The population reached its peak in 2015 at 1,467 residents, with a corresponding population density of 577.56 people per square mile. However, the population declined in subsequent years, reaching a low of 538 in 2020 before rebounding to 863 in 2022.

The current population density of 339.76 people per square mile suggests that the area falls within the rural classification, which typically features population densities between 50 and 500 people per square mile. Rural areas are characterized by larger living spaces, ranging from 1 to 5 acres, and a lifestyle that is community-oriented, often centered around local schools and small businesses. Common activities in rural areas include hobby farming, horse ownership, and significant outdoor activities.

The estimated number of housing units corresponding to the 2022 population is 330.65, based on the national average household size of 2.61. This relatively low number of housing units is consistent with the rural nature of the area, where larger lot sizes and lower infrastructure density are common.