| ZIP Code | 01852 |
|---|---|
| City | Lowell |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Area Code | 351/781/978 |
| Elevation | 121 ft |
| Latitude | 42.632978 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.295616 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 13.2% ▲ 32% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.8% ▲ 13% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 728 (3.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,813 (29.5%) |
| Some College | 2,816 (12.2%) |
| Associates | 2,601 (11.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,052 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,064 (34.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,058 ≈ Avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $397,200 ▲ 42% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,567/mo ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,363 |
| Vacant Units | 554 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,363 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 554 |
| Owner Occupied | 46.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 53.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
ZIP code 01852 is located in Lowell, Massachusetts, within Middlesex County. With a population of 36,700, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.5 years. Economically, 01852 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $77,058 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01852 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $397,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,567 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (46.2%) and renters (53.8%). Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 01852 is majority White (53.23%). Residents are well-educated — 43.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.2%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01852 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 01852 in Lowell, MA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 36,700 residents, a median household income of $77,058, and a median home value of $397,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.