| ZIP Code | 01543 |
|---|---|
| City | Rutland |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Worcester County |
| Area Code | 508/774 |
| Elevation | 994 ft |
| Latitude | 42.388285 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.969865 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.96 |
| Below Poverty | 2.1% ▼ 79% below avg |
| College Grads | 51.5% ▲ 33% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 10% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 17 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,326 (23%) |
| Some College | 584 (10.1%) |
| Associates | 867 (15.1%) |
| Bachelors | 590 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,372 (41.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $155,504 ▲ 104% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $439,200 ▲ 58% above avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $998/mo ↓ 4% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,257 |
| Vacant Units | 166 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.96 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,257 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 166 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.96 |
ZIP code 01543 is located in Rutland, Massachusetts, within Worcester County. With a population of 9,202, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.4 years. Economically, 01543 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $155,504 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01543 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $439,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $998 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.
The population of 01543 is primarily White (91.00%). Residents are well-educated — 51.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.1%. Household income has grown by 44% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01543 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 01543 in Rutland, MA is characterized as affluent, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,202 residents, a median household income of $155,504, and a median home value of $439,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.