| ZIP Code | 01262 |
|---|---|
| City | Stockbridge |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Berkshire County |
| Area Code | 413 |
| Elevation | 824 ft |
| Latitude | 42.310055 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.324468 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25003 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 64.5 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.23 |
| Below Poverty | 13.0% ▲ 30% above avg |
| College Grads | 59.6% ▲ 54% above avg |
| Unemployment | 9.1% ▲ 86% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 282 (22.1%) |
| Some College | 129 (10.1%) |
| Associates | 104 (8.2%) |
| Bachelors | 87 (6.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 674 (52.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $142,679 ▲ 87% above avg ↑ 381% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $556,000 ▲ 99% above avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $777/mo ↑ 2% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,456 |
| Vacant Units | 794 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,456 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 794 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
ZIP code 01262 is located in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, within Berkshire County. With a population of 1,652, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 64.5 years. Economically, 01262 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $142,679 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01262 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $556,000 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $777 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 9% since 2019.
The population of 01262 is primarily White (92.80%). Residents are well-educated — 59.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.0%. Household income has grown by 381% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01262 stands at 9.1%, which is significantly above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 46% — 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 46%.
Overall, ZIP code 01262 in Stockbridge, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,652 residents, a median household income of $142,679, and a median home value of $556,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.