| ZIP Code | 01929 |
|---|---|
| City | Essex |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 351/978 |
| Latitude | 42.640451 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.771165 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.3 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.74 |
| Below Poverty | 6.0% ▼ 40% below avg |
| College Grads | 75.7% ▲ 95% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.1% ▼ 78% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 42 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 321 (13%) |
| Some College | 115 (4.6%) |
| Associates | 125 (5%) |
| Bachelors | 182 (7.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,692 (68.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $151,509 ▲ 99% above avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $828,200 ▲ 197% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,828/mo ↑ 61% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,527 |
| Vacant Units | 210 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,527 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 210 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
ZIP code 01929 is located in Essex, Massachusetts, within Essex County. With a population of 3,605, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.3 years. Economically, 01929 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $151,509 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01929 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $828,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,828 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 01929 is primarily White (98.03%). Residents are highly educated — 75.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.0%. Household income has grown by 43% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01929 stands at 1.1%, which is well below the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 01929 in Essex, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,605 residents, a median household income of $151,509, and a median home value of $828,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.