| ZIP Code | 01029 |
|---|---|
| City | East Otis |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Berkshire County |
| Area Code | 413 |
| Elevation | 1,470 ft |
| Latitude | 42.176271 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.035292 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25003 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 57.9 yrs ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.14 |
| Below Poverty | 2.5% ▼ 76% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.6% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 39% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 185 (38%) |
| Some College | 49 (10.1%) |
| Associates | 25 (5.1%) |
| Bachelors | 62 (12.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 165 (33.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $99,188 ▲ 30% above avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $469,400 ▲ 68% above avg ↑ 94% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 981 |
| Vacant Units | 676 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 981 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 676 |
| Owner Occupied | 93.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 6.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
ZIP code 01029 is located in East Otis, Massachusetts, within Berkshire County. With a population of 652, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 57.9 years. Economically, 01029 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $99,188 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01029 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $469,400 is significantly above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 93.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 94% since 2019.
The population of 01029 is primarily White (96.32%). Residents are well-educated — 46.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.5%. Household income has grown by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01029 stands at 3.0%, which is below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 01029 in East Otis, MA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 652 residents, a median household income of $99,188, and a median home value of $469,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.