| ZIP Code | 01564 |
|---|---|
| City | Sterling |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Worcester County |
| Area Code | 978 |
| Elevation | 654 ft |
| Latitude | 42.447924 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.776045 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.0 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 4.3% ▼ 57% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.9% ▲ 55% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 84 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,051 (18.3%) |
| Some College | 652 (11.3%) |
| Associates | 518 (9%) |
| Bachelors | 369 (6.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,074 (53.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $136,027 ▲ 78% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $467,400 ▲ 68% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,606/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,298 |
| Vacant Units | 15 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,298 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 15 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
ZIP code 01564 is located in Sterling, Massachusetts, within Worcester County. With a population of 8,111, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51 years. Economically, 01564 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $136,027 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01564 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $467,400 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,606 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 01564 is primarily White (89.56%). Residents are well-educated — 59.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.3%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01564 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 01564 in Sterling, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 8,111 residents, a median household income of $136,027, and a median home value of $467,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.