| ZIP Code | 01346 |
|---|---|
| City | Heath |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Franklin County |
| Area Code | 413 |
| Elevation | 1,715 ft |
| Latitude | 42.658496 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.806057 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25011 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 60.0 yrs ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.95 |
| Below Poverty | 6.2% ▼ 38% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.2% ▲ 53% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.3% ▼ 53% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 108 (29.8%) |
| Some College | 14 (3.9%) |
| Associates | 24 (6.6%) |
| Bachelors | 37 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 178 (49%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $111,150 ▲ 46% above avg ↑ 60% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $285,200 ≈ Avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 363 |
| Vacant Units | 131 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.95 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 363 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 131 |
| Owner Occupied | 96.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 3.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.95 |
ZIP code 01346 is located in Heath, Massachusetts, within Franklin County. With a population of 453, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 60 years. Economically, 01346 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $111,150 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01346 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $285,200 is near the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 96.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 14% since 2019.
The population of 01346 is primarily White (92.72%). Residents are well-educated — 59.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.2%. Household income has grown by 60% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01346 stands at 2.3%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 37% — 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 61%.
Overall, ZIP code 01346 in Heath, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 453 residents, a median household income of $111,150, and a median home value of $285,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.