| ZIP Code | 01223 |
|---|---|
| City | Becket |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Berkshire County |
| Area Code | 413 |
| Elevation | 1,820 ft |
| Latitude | 42.304286 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.111494 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.15 |
| Below Poverty | 8.1% ▼ 19% below avg |
| College Grads | 50.0% ▲ 29% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.2% ▼ 54% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 532 (26.9%) |
| Some College | 197 (9.9%) |
| Associates | 261 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 216 (10.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 774 (39.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $82,773 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $352,200 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,488/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,153 |
| Vacant Units | 952 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,153 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 952 |
| Owner Occupied | 95.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 4.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
ZIP code 01223 is located in Becket, Massachusetts, within Berkshire County. With a population of 2,588, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 52.1 years. Economically, 01223 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $82,773 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01223 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $352,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,488 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 95.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 01223 is primarily White (91.15%). Residents are well-educated — 50.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.1%. Household income has grown by 10% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01223 stands at 2.2%, which is well below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 01223 in Becket, MA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,588 residents, a median household income of $82,773, and a median home value of $352,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.