| ZIP Code | 01096 |
|---|---|
| City | Williamsburg |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Hampshire County |
| Area Code | 413 |
| Elevation | 1,186 ft |
| Latitude | 42.410538 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.76577 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 5.0% ▼ 50% below avg |
| College Grads | 63.2% ▲ 63% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 38% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 8 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 384 (20.7%) |
| Some College | 146 (7.9%) |
| Associates | 144 (7.8%) |
| Bachelors | 174 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 997 (53.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $105,729 ▲ 39% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $356,800 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,393/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,214 |
| Vacant Units | 143 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,214 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 143 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 01096 is located in Williamsburg, Massachusetts, within Hampshire County. With a population of 2,566, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.7 years. Economically, 01096 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $105,729 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01096 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $356,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,393 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 01096 is primarily White (90.88%). Residents are highly educated — 63.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.0%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01096 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 01096 in Williamsburg, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,566 residents, a median household income of $105,729, and a median home value of $356,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.