| ZIP Code | 01501 |
|---|---|
| City | Auburn |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Worcester County |
| Area Code | 508/774 |
| Elevation | 560 ft |
| Latitude | 42.198867 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.845722 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 4.4% ▼ 56% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.6% ▲ 36% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 153 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,100 (26.4%) |
| Some College | 817 (7%) |
| Associates | 1,494 (12.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,132 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,033 (42.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $101,929 ▲ 34% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $363,400 ▲ 30% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,241/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,040 |
| Vacant Units | 218 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,040 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 218 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
ZIP code 01501 is located in Auburn, Massachusetts, within Worcester County. With a population of 16,780, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.5 years. Economically, 01501 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $101,929 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01501 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $363,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,241 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 01501 is primarily White (88.08%). Residents are well-educated — 52.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.4%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01501 stands at 3.9%, 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 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 01501 in Auburn, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,780 residents, a median household income of $101,929, and a median home value of $363,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.