| ZIP Code | 01930 |
|---|---|
| City | Gloucester |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 351/508/978 |
| Elevation | 77 ft |
| Latitude | 42.620291 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.677956 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 10.6% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 49.6% ▲ 28% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 30% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 211 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,283 (28.7%) |
| Some College | 1,589 (7.3%) |
| Associates | 2,939 (13.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,245 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,591 (39.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $87,898 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $587,800 ▲ 111% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,395/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,630 |
| Vacant Units | 1,450 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,630 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,450 |
| Owner Occupied | 63.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
ZIP code 01930 is located in Gloucester, Massachusetts, within Essex County. With a population of 29,862, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51 years. Economically, 01930 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $87,898 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01930 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $587,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,395 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 01930 is primarily White (89.09%). Residents are well-educated — 49.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.6%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01930 stands at 6.3%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 01930 in Gloucester, MA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 29,862 residents, a median household income of $87,898, and a median home value of $587,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.