| ZIP Code | 01005 |
|---|---|
| City | Barre |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Worcester County |
| Area Code | 351/978 |
| Elevation | 897 ft |
| Latitude | 42.418884 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.112077 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.5 yrs ↓ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.71 |
| Below Poverty | 12.3% ▲ 23% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.8% ▲ 8% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.3% ▼ 53% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 33 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,194 (38.1%) |
| Some College | 242 (7.7%) |
| Associates | 353 (11.3%) |
| Bachelors | 199 (6.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,112 (35.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $97,390 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $328,500 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,603/mo ↑ 66% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,876 |
| Vacant Units | 188 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,876 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 188 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
ZIP code 01005 is located in Barre, Massachusetts, within Worcester County. With a population of 4,786, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.5 years. Economically, 01005 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $97,390 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01005 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $328,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,603 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 39% since 2019.
The population of 01005 is primarily White (91.33%). Residents are well-educated — 41.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.3%. Household income has grown by 45% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01005 stands at 2.3%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 01005 in Barre, MA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,786 residents, a median household income of $97,390, and a median home value of $328,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.