| ZIP Code | 01949 |
|---|---|
| City | Middleton |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 351/978 |
| Elevation | 111 ft |
| Latitude | 42.610322 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.006295 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.5 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.63 |
| Below Poverty | 3.0% ▼ 70% below avg |
| College Grads | 50.5% ▲ 30% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 40% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 88 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,102 (30.9%) |
| Some College | 491 (7.2%) |
| Associates | 684 (10.1%) |
| Bachelors | 569 (8.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,862 (42.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $171,458 ▲ 125% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $713,000 ▲ 156% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,621/mo ↓ 6% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,450 |
| Vacant Units | 134 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,450 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 134 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
ZIP code 01949 is located in Middleton, Massachusetts, within Essex County. With a population of 9,727, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.5 years. Economically, 01949 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $171,458 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01949 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $713,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,621 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 92.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 01949 is primarily White (83.95%). Residents are well-educated — 50.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.0%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01949 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 01949 in Middleton, MA is characterized as affluent, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,727 residents, a median household income of $171,458, and a median home value of $713,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.