| ZIP Code | 01922 |
|---|---|
| City | Byfield |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 351/978 |
| Elevation | 5 ft |
| Latitude | 42.757313 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.914241 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.6 yrs ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.88 |
| Below Poverty | 5.0% ▼ 50% below avg |
| College Grads | 60.0% ▲ 55% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.8% ▼ 84% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 52 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 377 (13.8%) |
| Some College | 217 (7.9%) |
| Associates | 447 (16.3%) |
| Bachelors | 282 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,360 (49.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $179,896 ▲ 136% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $727,800 ▲ 161% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 1,253 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,253 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | 84.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
ZIP code 01922 is located in Byfield, Massachusetts, within Essex County. With a population of 3,791, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.6 years. Economically, 01922 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $179,896 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01922 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $727,800 is more than double the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 84.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 01922 is primarily White (93.96%). Residents are highly educated — 60.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.0%. Household income has grown by 40% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01922 stands at 0.8%, which is well below the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 01922 in Byfield, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,791 residents, a median household income of $179,896, and a median home value of $727,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.