| ZIP Code | 01566 |
|---|---|
| City | Sturbridge |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Worcester County |
| Area Code | 508/774 |
| Elevation | 557 ft |
| Latitude | 42.103214 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.079545 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.3 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 1.3% ▼ 87% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.1% ▲ 52% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 49% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 994 (20%) |
| Some College | 362 (7.3%) |
| Associates | 675 (13.6%) |
| Bachelors | 617 (12.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,322 (46.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $135,802 ▲ 78% above avg ↑ 57% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $393,000 ▲ 41% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,677/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,041 |
| Vacant Units | 257 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,041 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 257 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 01566 is located in Sturbridge, Massachusetts, within Worcester County. With a population of 7,054, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 49.3 years. Economically, 01566 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $135,802 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01566 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $393,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,677 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 92.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 01566 is primarily White (89.31%). Residents are well-educated — 59.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 1.3%. Household income has grown by 57% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01566 stands at 2.5%, which is below the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 01566 in Sturbridge, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,054 residents, a median household income of $135,802, and a median home value of $393,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.