| ZIP Code | 01002 |
|---|---|
| City | Amherst |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Hampshire County |
| Area Code | 413 |
| Elevation | 732 ft |
| Latitude | 42.377212 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.464795 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 27.0 yrs ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.23 |
| Below Poverty | 20.2% ▲ 102% above avg |
| College Grads | 75.1% ▲ 94% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 23% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 158 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,015 (9.6%) |
| Some College | 548 (5.2%) |
| Associates | 907 (8.6%) |
| Bachelors | 633 (6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,310 (69.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,411 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $449,000 ▲ 61% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,561/mo ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,089 |
| Vacant Units | 1,374 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,089 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,374 |
| Owner Occupied | 48.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 51.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
ZIP code 01002 is located in Amherst, Massachusetts, within Hampshire County. With a population of 24,726, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 27 years. Economically, 01002 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,411 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01002 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $449,000 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,561 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (48.7%) and renters (51.3%). Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 01002 is primarily White (70.65%). Residents are highly educated — 75.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.2%. Household income has grown by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01002 stands at 6.0%, which is above the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 51%.
Overall, ZIP code 01002 in Amherst, MA is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, and a young community. With 24,726 residents, a median household income of $69,411, and a median home value of $449,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.