| ZIP Code | 01085 |
|---|---|
| City | Westfield |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Hampden County |
| Area Code | 413 |
| Elevation | 316 ft |
| Latitude | 42.153503 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.771602 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.2 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 10.1% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 47.3% ▲ 22% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 19% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 402 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,628 (29.1%) |
| Some College | 2,553 (9.7%) |
| Associates | 3,255 (12.4%) |
| Bachelors | 3,560 (13.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,851 (33.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,821 ▲ 10% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $296,300 ≈ Avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,064/mo ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,054 |
| Vacant Units | 1,060 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,054 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,060 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 01085 is located in Westfield, Massachusetts, within Hampden County. With a population of 41,466, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.2 years. Economically, 01085 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,821 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01085 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $296,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,064 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 01085 is primarily White (82.47%). Residents are well-educated — 47.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.1%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01085 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 01085 in Westfield, MA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 41,466 residents, a median household income of $83,821, and a median home value of $296,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.