| ZIP Code | 01602 |
|---|---|
| City | Worcester |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Worcester County |
| Area Code | 508/774/978 |
| Elevation | 676 ft |
| Latitude | 42.269189 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.850728 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.8 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 12.3% ▲ 23% above avg |
| College Grads | 54.2% ▲ 40% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 9% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 430 (2.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,544 (22.9%) |
| Some College | 1,126 (7.3%) |
| Associates | 2,006 (12.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,032 (6.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,366 (47.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $94,351 ▲ 24% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $380,800 ▲ 37% above avg ↑ 61% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,471/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,483 |
| Vacant Units | 531 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,483 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 531 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 39.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
ZIP code 01602 is located in Worcester, Massachusetts, within Worcester County. With a population of 25,791, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.8 years. Economically, 01602 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $94,351 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01602 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $380,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,471 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 60.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 61% since 2019.
The population of 01602 is majority White (65.70%). Residents are well-educated — 54.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.3%. Household income has grown by 45% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01602 stands at 5.3%, 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 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 01602 in Worcester, MA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 25,791 residents, a median household income of $94,351, and a median home value of $380,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.