| ZIP Code | 01469 |
|---|---|
| City | Townsend |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Area Code | 978 |
| Elevation | 291 ft |
| Latitude | 42.664794 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.695055 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 6.5% ▼ 35% below avg |
| College Grads | 54.2% ▲ 40% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.2% ▼ 35% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 44 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,095 (23.9%) |
| Some College | 515 (11.3%) |
| Associates | 439 (9.6%) |
| Bachelors | 571 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,910 (41.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $113,162 ▲ 48% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $385,200 ▲ 38% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,121/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,707 |
| Vacant Units | 48 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,707 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 48 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
ZIP code 01469 is located in Townsend, Massachusetts, within Middlesex County. With a population of 6,803, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.4 years. Economically, 01469 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $113,162 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01469 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $385,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,121 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 01469 is primarily White (86.17%). Residents are well-educated — 54.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.5%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01469 stands at 3.2%, which is below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 01469 in Townsend, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,803 residents, a median household income of $113,162, and a median home value of $385,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.