| ZIP Code | 01603 |
|---|---|
| City | Worcester |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Worcester County |
| Area Code | 508/774 |
| Elevation | 523 ft |
| Latitude | 42.243826 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.843569 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.4 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 16.7% ▲ 67% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.8% ▼ 8% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.3% ▲ 70% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 475 (3.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,794 (29.5%) |
| Some College | 1,786 (13.9%) |
| Associates | 2,201 (17.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,189 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,408 (26.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,646 ▼ 17% below avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $287,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,339/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,504 |
| Vacant Units | 371 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,504 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 371 |
| Owner Occupied | 48.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 51.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
ZIP code 01603 is located in Worcester, Massachusetts, within Worcester County. With a population of 21,034, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.4 years. Economically, 01603 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,646 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01603 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $287,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,339 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (48.4%) and renters (51.6%). Median home values have increased by 48% since 2019.
The population of 01603 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 45.3%. Residents are moderately educated — 35.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.7%. Household income has grown by 48% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01603 stands at 8.3%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 01603 in Worcester, MA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 21,034 residents, a median household income of $63,646, and a median home value of $287,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.