| ZIP Code | 01921 |
|---|---|
| City | Boxford |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 351/978 |
| Elevation | 155 ft |
| Latitude | 42.683108 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.027188 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.5 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.83 |
| Below Poverty | 2.2% ▼ 78% below avg |
| College Grads | 78.8% ▲ 103% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 36% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 34 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 583 (10.4%) |
| Some College | 289 (5.1%) |
| Associates | 286 (5.1%) |
| Bachelors | 552 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,875 (69%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $190,526 ▲ 150% above avg ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $874,900 ▲ 214% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $736/mo ↓ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,961 |
| Vacant Units | 59 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.83 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,961 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 59 |
| Owner Occupied | 94.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 5.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.83 |
ZIP code 01921 is located in Boxford, Massachusetts, within Essex County. With a population of 8,229, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 49.5 years. Economically, 01921 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $190,526 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01921 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $874,900 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $736 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 94.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 01921 is primarily White (91.04%). Residents are highly educated — 78.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.2%. Household income has grown by 4% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01921 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 01921 in Boxford, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 8,229 residents, a median household income of $190,526, and a median home value of $874,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.