| ZIP Code | 01331 |
|---|---|
| City | Athol |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Worcester County |
| Area Code | 351/978 |
| Elevation | 1,202 ft |
| Latitude | 42.570237 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.182903 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 13.0% ▲ 30% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.9% ▼ 15% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.7% ▲ 58% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 152 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,245 (35.4%) |
| Some College | 1,679 (18.3%) |
| Associates | 1,085 (11.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,069 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,948 (21.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,345 ▼ 10% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $257,300 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 56% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,041/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,050 |
| Vacant Units | 625 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,050 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 625 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 01331 is located in Athol, Massachusetts, within Worcester County. With a population of 13,865, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.7 years. Economically, 01331 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $68,345 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01331 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $257,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,041 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 56% since 2019.
The population of 01331 is primarily White (88.93%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.0%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01331 stands at 7.7%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 01331 in Athol, MA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 13,865 residents, a median household income of $68,345, and a median home value of $257,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.