The historical population data for the ZIP code 12992, which corresponds to West Chazy in New York, shows a relatively stable population over the past decade. The population density in this area has remained consistently low, ranging from 57.42 to 68.52 people per square mile between 2010 and 2022. As of 2022, the population density stands at 58.81 people per square mile, with a total population of 4,526 individuals.

Given the low population density and the ZIP code's size of 76.96 square miles, this area can be classified as rural. Rural areas are typically characterized by larger living spaces, often ranging from 1 to 5 acres per household, and a lower density of infrastructure and public services compared to more urbanized areas. The lifestyle in rural areas tends to be community-oriented, often centered around local schools and small businesses, with activities such as hobby farming, horse ownership, and significant outdoor activities.

The estimated number of housing units corresponding to the 2022 population is approximately 1,734, based on the national average household size of 2.61 persons per household. This relatively low number of housing units spread across a large area further supports the rural classification of this ZIP code.