| ZIP Code | 01720 |
|---|---|
| City | Acton |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Area Code | 351/508/781/978 |
| Elevation | 240 ft |
| Latitude | 42.483953 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.438495 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 3.5% ▼ 66% below avg |
| College Grads | 80.3% ▲ 107% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 8% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 112 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,075 (7.5%) |
| Some College | 673 (4.7%) |
| Associates | 973 (6.8%) |
| Bachelors | 587 (4.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,957 (76.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $154,101 ▲ 102% above avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $766,500 ▲ 175% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,908/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,937 |
| Vacant Units | 116 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,937 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 116 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 01720 is located in Acton, Massachusetts, within Middlesex County. With a population of 23,322, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.1 years. Economically, 01720 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $154,101 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01720 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $766,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,908 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 01720 is majority White (62.50%). Residents are highly educated — 80.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.5%. Household income has grown by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01720 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 34% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 55%.
Overall, ZIP code 01720 in Acton, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 23,322 residents, a median household income of $154,101, and a median home value of $766,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.