| ZIP Code | 01860 |
|---|---|
| City | Merrimac |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 351/978 |
| Elevation | 123 ft |
| Latitude | 42.838603 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.011997 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.6 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 8.3% ▼ 18% below avg |
| College Grads | 49.0% ▲ 26% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.6% ▼ 68% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 52 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,141 (23.3%) |
| Some College | 655 (13.4%) |
| Associates | 648 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 565 (11.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,833 (37.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $116,477 ▲ 53% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $531,300 ▲ 91% above avg ↑ 47% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,236/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,851 |
| Vacant Units | 141 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,851 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 141 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 01860 is located in Merrimac, Massachusetts, within Essex County. With a population of 6,707, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.6 years. Economically, 01860 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $116,477 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01860 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $531,300 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,236 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 47% since 2019.
The population of 01860 is primarily White (94.59%). Residents are well-educated — 49.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.3%. Household income has grown by 38% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01860 stands at 1.6%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 01860 in Merrimac, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,707 residents, a median household income of $116,477, and a median home value of $531,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.