| ZIP Code | 01851 |
|---|---|
| City | Lowell |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Area Code | 781/978 |
| Elevation | 139 ft |
| Latitude | 42.627999 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.336757 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.6 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.80 |
| Below Poverty | 16.3% ▲ 63% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.7% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,878 (9.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,817 (29.1%) |
| Some College | 2,388 (11.9%) |
| Associates | 1,390 (6.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,643 (8.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,907 (34.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $87,962 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $432,100 ▲ 55% above avg ↑ 56% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,686/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,759 |
| Vacant Units | 438 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.80 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,759 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 438 |
| Owner Occupied | 44.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 55.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.80 |
ZIP code 01851 is located in Lowell, Massachusetts, within Middlesex County. With a population of 32,308, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.6 years. Economically, 01851 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $87,962 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01851 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $432,100 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,686 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (44.8%) and renters (55.3%). Median home values have increased by 56% since 2019.
The population of 01851 is racially diverse, with Asian as the largest group at 40.4%. Residents are well-educated — 42.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.3%. Household income has grown by 45% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01851 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 01851 in Lowell, MA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 32,308 residents, a median household income of $87,962, and a median home value of $432,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.