| ZIP Code | 01950 |
|---|---|
| City | Newburyport |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 978 |
| Elevation | 23 ft |
| Latitude | 42.812358 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.891095 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.3 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 5.0% ▼ 50% below avg |
| College Grads | 72.3% ▲ 87% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 20% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 61 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,591 (12.2%) |
| Some College | 752 (5.8%) |
| Associates | 1,212 (9.3%) |
| Bachelors | 864 (6.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,560 (65.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $144,259 ▲ 89% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $792,400 ▲ 184% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,511/mo ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,298 |
| Vacant Units | 506 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,298 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 506 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 01950 is located in Newburyport, Massachusetts, within Essex County. With a population of 18,444, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.3 years. Economically, 01950 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $144,259 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01950 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $792,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,511 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 01950 is primarily White (90.98%). Residents are highly educated — 72.3% 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 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01950 stands at 5.9%, which is above the national average. About 24% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 01950 in Newburyport, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,444 residents, a median household income of $144,259, and a median home value of $792,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.