| ZIP Code | 01503 |
|---|---|
| City | Berlin |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Worcester County |
| Area Code | 351/978 |
| Elevation | 303 ft |
| Latitude | 42.384929 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.633889 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 4.7% ▼ 53% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.6% ▲ 54% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 23% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 10 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 675 (25.5%) |
| Some College | 239 (9%) |
| Associates | 146 (5.5%) |
| Bachelors | 154 (5.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,423 (53.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $122,411 ▲ 60% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $566,800 ▲ 103% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,432/mo ↑ 89% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,502 |
| Vacant Units | 55 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,502 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 55 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
ZIP code 01503 is located in Berlin, Massachusetts, within Worcester County. With a population of 3,311, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.4 years. Economically, 01503 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $122,411 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01503 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $566,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,432 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 01503 is primarily White (89.97%). Residents are well-educated — 59.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.7%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01503 stands at 6.0%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 31% — 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 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 01503 in Berlin, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,311 residents, a median household income of $122,411, and a median home value of $566,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.