| ZIP Code | 01532 |
|---|---|
| City | Northborough |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Worcester County |
| Area Code | 508/774 |
| Elevation | 304 ft |
| Latitude | 42.323342 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.646236 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.7 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.71 |
| Below Poverty | 3.6% ▼ 64% below avg |
| College Grads | 72.9% ▲ 88% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 20% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 97 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,330 (12.6%) |
| Some College | 504 (4.8%) |
| Associates | 923 (8.8%) |
| Bachelors | 600 (5.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,070 (67.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $174,358 ▲ 128% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $598,500 ▲ 115% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,087/mo ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,913 |
| Vacant Units | 198 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,913 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 198 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
ZIP code 01532 is located in Northborough, Massachusetts, within Worcester County. With a population of 15,694, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.7 years. Economically, 01532 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $174,358 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01532 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $598,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,087 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 01532 is primarily White (76.97%). Residents are highly educated — 72.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.6%. Household income has grown by 36% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01532 stands at 5.9%, which is above the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 01532 in Northborough, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 15,694 residents, a median household income of $174,358, and a median home value of $598,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.