| ZIP Code | 01740 |
|---|---|
| City | Bolton |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Worcester County |
| Area Code | 351/978 |
| Elevation | 501 ft |
| Latitude | 42.439933 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.601885 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.86 |
| Below Poverty | 2.7% ▼ 74% below avg |
| College Grads | 82.5% ▲ 113% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 19% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 309 (8.6%) |
| Some College | 90 (2.5%) |
| Associates | 226 (6.3%) |
| Bachelors | 130 (3.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,818 (78.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $198,475 ▲ 160% above avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $722,300 ▲ 159% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,632/mo |
| Total Units | 2,083 |
| Vacant Units | 93 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.86 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,083 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 93 |
| Owner Occupied | 94.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 5.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.86 |
ZIP code 01740 is located in Bolton, Massachusetts, within Worcester County. With a population of 5,698, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.2 years. Economically, 01740 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $198,475 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01740 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $722,300 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,632 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 94.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 01740 is primarily White (83.85%). Residents are highly educated — 82.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.7%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01740 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 35% — 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 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 01740 in Bolton, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,698 residents, a median household income of $198,475, and a median home value of $722,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.