| ZIP Code | 01905 |
|---|---|
| City | Lynn |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 339/617/781 |
| Elevation | 108 ft |
| Latitude | 42.462378 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.972343 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.6 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.00 |
| Below Poverty | 11.5% ▲ 15% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 45% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 675 (4.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,164 (34.6%) |
| Some College | 2,084 (14%) |
| Associates | 1,623 (10.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,794 (12%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,575 (24%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $84,341 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $443,200 ▲ 59% above avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,749/mo ↑ 51% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,583 |
| Vacant Units | 528 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.00 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,583 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 528 |
| Owner Occupied | 51.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.00 |
ZIP code 01905 is located in Lynn, Massachusetts, within Essex County. With a population of 27,188, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.6 years. Economically, 01905 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $84,341 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01905 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $443,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,749 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (51.0%) and renters (49.0%). Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 01905 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 40.3%. Residents are moderately educated — 36.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.5%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01905 stands at 2.7%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 01905 in Lynn, MA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 27,188 residents, a median household income of $84,341, and a median home value of $443,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.