| ZIP Code | 01605 |
|---|---|
| City | Worcester |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Worcester County |
| Area Code | 508 |
| Elevation | 537 ft |
| Latitude | 42.289683 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.787793 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.0 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 22.7% ▲ 127% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.3% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.8% ▲ 59% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 439 (2.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,558 (31.2%) |
| Some College | 2,111 (11.9%) |
| Associates | 1,991 (11.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,737 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,976 (33.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,805 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $349,800 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 61% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,362/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,757 |
| Vacant Units | 871 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,757 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 871 |
| Owner Occupied | 31.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 68.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
ZIP code 01605 is located in Worcester, Massachusetts, within Worcester County. With a population of 31,086, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32 years. Economically, 01605 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $54,805 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01605 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $349,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,362 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 68.7% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 61% since 2019.
The population of 01605 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 43.9%. Residents are well-educated — 43.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.7%. Household income has grown by 36% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01605 stands at 7.8%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 01605 in Worcester, MA is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 31,086 residents, a median household income of $54,805, and a median home value of $349,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.