| ZIP Code | 01886 |
|---|---|
| City | Westford |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Area Code | 351/508/978 |
| Elevation | 202 ft |
| Latitude | 42.585541 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.44025 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.78 |
| Below Poverty | 2.4% ▼ 77% below avg |
| College Grads | 79.4% ▲ 105% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 23% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 24 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,567 (10.1%) |
| Some College | 647 (4.2%) |
| Associates | 968 (6.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,109 (7.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,253 (72.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $181,523 ▲ 138% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $689,400 ▲ 147% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,068/mo ↑ 5% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,181 |
| Vacant Units | 367 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,181 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 367 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
ZIP code 01886 is located in Westford, Massachusetts, within Middlesex County. With a population of 24,584, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.3 years. Economically, 01886 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $181,523 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01886 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $689,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,068 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 01886 is primarily White (70.35%). Residents are highly educated — 79.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.4%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01886 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. About 24% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 01886 in Westford, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 24,584 residents, a median household income of $181,523, and a median home value of $689,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.