| ZIP Code | 01098 |
|---|---|
| City | Worthington |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Hampshire County |
| Area Code | 413 |
| Elevation | 1,464 ft |
| Latitude | 42.397559 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.943392 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 59.7 yrs ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.05 |
| Below Poverty | 3.8% ▼ 62% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.3% ▲ 35% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 52% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 222 (27.6%) |
| Some College | 75 (9.3%) |
| Associates | 83 (10.3%) |
| Bachelors | 53 (6.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 367 (45.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $93,000 ▲ 22% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $355,000 ▲ 27% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $592/mo ↓ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 628 |
| Vacant Units | 132 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.05 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 628 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 132 |
| Owner Occupied | 93.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 6.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.05 |
ZIP code 01098 is located in Worthington, Massachusetts, within Hampshire County. With a population of 1,019, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 59.7 years. Economically, 01098 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $93,000 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01098 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $355,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $592 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 93.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 01098 is primarily White (91.95%). Residents are well-educated — 52.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.8%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01098 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 26% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 01098 in Worthington, MA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,019 residents, a median household income of $93,000, and a median home value of $355,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.