| ZIP Code | 01259 |
|---|---|
| City | Southfield |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Berkshire County |
| Area Code | 413 |
| Elevation | 1,326 ft |
| Latitude | 42.06926 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.228949 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.8 yrs ↓ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.74 |
| Below Poverty | 1.5% ▼ 85% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.6% ▲ 23% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| HS Graduate | 128 (25.3%) |
| Some College | 40 (7.9%) |
| Associates | 97 (19.2%) |
| Bachelors | 20 (4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 221 (43.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $125,795 ▲ 65% above avg ↑ 84% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $456,400 ▲ 64% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,114/mo ↑ 192% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 406 |
| Vacant Units | 122 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 406 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 122 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
ZIP code 01259 is located in Southfield, Massachusetts, within Berkshire County. With a population of 778, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.8 years. Economically, 01259 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $125,795 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01259 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $456,400 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,114 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 01259 is primarily White (88.43%). Residents are well-educated — 47.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 1.5%. Household income has grown by 84% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01259 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 41% — 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 48%.
Overall, ZIP code 01259 in Southfield, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 778 residents, a median household income of $125,795, and a median home value of $456,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.