| ZIP Code | 01068 |
|---|---|
| City | Oakham |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Worcester County |
| Area Code | 508/774 |
| Elevation | 1,038 ft |
| Latitude | 42.353887 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.060685 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.1 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 6.0% ▼ 40% below avg |
| College Grads | 50.6% ▲ 30% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 37% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 4 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 301 (26.1%) |
| Some College | 122 (10.6%) |
| Associates | 143 (12.4%) |
| Bachelors | 132 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 451 (39.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $96,207 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $379,600 ▲ 36% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,208/mo ↑ 5% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 697 |
| Vacant Units | 57 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 697 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 57 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 01068 is located in Oakham, Massachusetts, within Worcester County. With a population of 1,623, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.1 years. Economically, 01068 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $96,207 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01068 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $379,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,208 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 01068 is primarily White (91.13%). Residents are well-educated — 50.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.0%. Household income has grown by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01068 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 01068 in Oakham, MA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,623 residents, a median household income of $96,207, and a median home value of $379,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.