| ZIP Code | 01772 |
|---|---|
| City | Southborough |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Worcester County |
| Area Code | 508/978 |
| Elevation | 358 ft |
| Latitude | 42.302877 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.530828 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.3 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.79 |
| Below Poverty | 4.1% ▼ 60% below avg |
| College Grads | 79.7% ▲ 106% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 10% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 71 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 466 (7.6%) |
| Some College | 269 (4.4%) |
| Associates | 447 (7.2%) |
| Bachelors | 351 (5.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,562 (74%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $196,680 ▲ 158% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $816,500 ▲ 193% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,425/mo ↑ 100% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,571 |
| Vacant Units | 110 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.79 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,571 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 110 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.79 |
ZIP code 01772 is located in Southborough, Massachusetts, within Worcester County. With a population of 9,781, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.3 years. Economically, 01772 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $196,680 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01772 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $816,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,425 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 01772 is primarily White (73.53%). Residents are highly educated — 79.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.1%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01772 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 29% — 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 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 01772 in Southborough, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,781 residents, a median household income of $196,680, and a median home value of $816,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.