| ZIP Code | 01887 |
|---|---|
| City | Wilmington |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Area Code | 978 |
| Elevation | 88 ft |
| Latitude | 42.564647 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.164516 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.92 |
| Below Poverty | 3.0% ▼ 70% below avg |
| College Grads | 57.1% ▲ 47% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 99 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,677 (23.7%) |
| Some College | 1,234 (8%) |
| Associates | 1,648 (10.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,266 (8.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,595 (48.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $161,473 ▲ 112% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $646,200 ▲ 132% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,412/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,032 |
| Vacant Units | 161 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.92 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,032 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 161 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.92 |
ZIP code 01887 is located in Wilmington, Massachusetts, within Middlesex County. With a population of 23,195, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.1 years. Economically, 01887 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $161,473 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01887 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $646,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,412 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 01887 is primarily White (86.12%). Residents are well-educated — 57.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.0%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01887 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 01887 in Wilmington, MA is characterized as affluent, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 23,195 residents, a median household income of $161,473, and a median home value of $646,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.