| ZIP Code | 01537 |
|---|---|
| City | North Oxford |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Worcester County |
| Area Code | 508 |
| Elevation | 614 ft |
| Latitude | 42.158966 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.897051 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.5 yrs ↓ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 9.8% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 46.0% ▲ 19% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.1% ▼ 98% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 299 (27.9%) |
| Some College | 183 (17.1%) |
| Associates | 97 (9%) |
| Bachelors | 139 (13%) |
| Graduate Degree | 354 (33%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $94,261 ▲ 24% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $338,000 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,223/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 779 |
| Vacant Units | 44 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 779 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 44 |
| Owner Occupied | 67.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 32.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 01537 is located in North Oxford, Massachusetts, within Worcester County. With a population of 1,821, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.5 years. Economically, 01537 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $94,261 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01537 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $338,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,223 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 67.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 52% since 2019.
The population of 01537 is primarily White (92.75%). Residents are well-educated — 46.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.8%. Household income has grown by 45% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01537 stands at 0.1%, which is well below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 87%.
Overall, ZIP code 01537 in North Oxford, MA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,821 residents, a median household income of $94,261, and a median home value of $338,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.