| ZIP Code | 01541 |
|---|---|
| City | Princeton |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Worcester County |
| Area Code | 351/978 |
| Elevation | 1,217 ft |
| Latitude | 42.454125 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.87754 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.9 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 4.4% ▼ 56% below avg |
| College Grads | 71.0% ▲ 83% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.3% ▼ 73% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 10 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 317 (12.7%) |
| Some College | 161 (6.4%) |
| Associates | 238 (9.5%) |
| Bachelors | 243 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,530 (61.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $150,577 ▲ 97% above avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $496,400 ▲ 78% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $921/mo ↓ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,409 |
| Vacant Units | 85 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,409 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 85 |
| Owner Occupied | 95.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 4.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 01541 is located in Princeton, Massachusetts, within Worcester County. With a population of 3,500, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.9 years. Economically, 01541 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $150,577 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01541 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $496,400 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $921 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 95.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 01541 is primarily White (92.91%). Residents are highly educated — 71.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.4%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01541 stands at 1.3%, which is well below the national average. About 25% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 01541 in Princeton, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,500 residents, a median household income of $150,577, and a median home value of $496,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.