| ZIP Code | 01003 |
|---|---|
| City | Amherst |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Hampshire County |
| Area Code | 413 |
| Elevation | 255 ft |
| Latitude | 42.391883 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.523584 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 19.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.76 |
| Below Poverty | 0.1% ▼ 99% below avg |
| College Grads | 66.7% ▲ 72% above avg |
| Unemployment | 17.9% ▲ 265% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 4 (4.4%) |
| Associates | 26 (28.9%) |
| Bachelors | 25 (27.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 35 (38.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Financials
| Median Rent | $2,667/mo |
|---|---|
| Total Units | 85 |
| Vacant Units | 51 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.76 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
ZIP code 01003 is located in Amherst, Massachusetts, within Hampshire County. With a population of 12,458, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 19.7 years.
Renters can expect to pay around $2,667 per month in median rent.
The population of 01003 is majority White (58.73%). Residents are highly educated — 66.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 0.1%.
The unemployment rate in 01003 stands at 17.9%, which is more than double the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 13%.
Overall, ZIP code 01003 in Amherst, MA is characterized as highly educated, and a young community.