| ZIP Code | 01230 |
|---|---|
| City | Great Barrington |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Berkshire County |
| Area Code | 413 |
| Elevation | 1,717 ft |
| Latitude | 42.173196 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.32429 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 4.5% ▼ 55% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.4% ▲ 51% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 84 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,587 (25.8%) |
| Some College | 394 (6.4%) |
| Associates | 494 (8%) |
| Bachelors | 589 (9.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,010 (48.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $82,871 ▲ 9% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $479,200 ▲ 72% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,286/mo ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,025 |
| Vacant Units | 1,373 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,025 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,373 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
ZIP code 01230 is located in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, within Berkshire County. With a population of 8,813, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 49.6 years. Economically, 01230 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $82,871 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01230 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $479,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,286 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 01230 is primarily White (86.04%). Residents are well-educated — 58.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.5%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01230 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. About 22% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 61%.
Overall, ZIP code 01230 in Great Barrington, MA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 8,813 residents, a median household income of $82,871, and a median home value of $479,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.