| ZIP Code | 01826 |
|---|---|
| City | Dracut |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Area Code | 351/781/978 |
| Elevation | 146 ft |
| Latitude | 42.679723 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.30068 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.9 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.66 |
| Below Poverty | 6.6% ▼ 34% below avg |
| College Grads | 44.5% ▲ 15% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 380 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,159 (33.2%) |
| Some College | 2,125 (9.9%) |
| Associates | 2,298 (10.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,887 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,701 (35.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $111,451 ▲ 46% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $466,200 ▲ 67% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,740/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,480 |
| Vacant Units | 331 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,480 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 331 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
ZIP code 01826 is located in Dracut, Massachusetts, within Middlesex County. With a population of 32,373, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.9 years. Economically, 01826 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $111,451 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01826 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $466,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,740 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 01826 is primarily White (78.60%). Residents are well-educated — 44.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.6%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01826 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 01826 in Dracut, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 32,373 residents, a median household income of $111,451, and a median home value of $466,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.