| ZIP Code | 01451 |
|---|---|
| City | Harvard |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Worcester County |
| Area Code | 351/978 |
| Elevation | 403 ft |
| Latitude | 42.501908 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.568201 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs ↓ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.92 |
| Below Poverty | 4.6% ▼ 55% below avg |
| College Grads | 81.5% ▲ 110% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 20% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 286 (8.2%) |
| Some College | 128 (3.7%) |
| Associates | 232 (6.7%) |
| Bachelors | 152 (4.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,684 (77.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $206,607 ▲ 171% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $849,200 ▲ 205% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,387/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,939 |
| Vacant Units | 132 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.92 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,939 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 132 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.92 |
ZIP code 01451 is located in Harvard, Massachusetts, within Worcester County. With a population of 5,359, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.3 years. Economically, 01451 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $206,607 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01451 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $849,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,387 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 01451 is primarily White (85.31%). Residents are highly educated — 81.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.6%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01451 stands at 5.9%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 40% — 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 54%.
Overall, ZIP code 01451 in Harvard, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,359 residents, a median household income of $206,607, and a median home value of $849,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.