| ZIP Code | 01253 |
|---|---|
| City | Otis |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Berkshire County |
| Area Code | 413 |
| Elevation | 1,237 ft |
| Latitude | 42.206683 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.113214 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.6 yrs ↓ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 2.7% ▼ 73% below avg |
| College Grads | 50.3% ▲ 30% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.6% ▲ 55% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 194 (24.7%) |
| Some College | 101 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 95 (12.1%) |
| Bachelors | 59 (7.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 336 (42.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $108,068 ▲ 42% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $339,200 ▲ 22% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 661 |
| Vacant Units | 258 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 661 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 258 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
ZIP code 01253 is located in Otis, Massachusetts, within Berkshire County. With a population of 903, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.6 years. Economically, 01253 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $108,068 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01253 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $339,200 is above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 80.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 19% since 2019.
The population of 01253 is primarily White (94.91%). Residents are well-educated — 50.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.7%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01253 stands at 7.6%, which is significantly above the national average. About 25% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 01253 in Otis, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 903 residents, a median household income of $108,068, and a median home value of $339,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.