| ZIP Code | 01951 |
|---|---|
| City | Newbury |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 978 |
| Elevation | 4 ft |
| Latitude | 42.773351 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.850211 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 57.6 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.20 |
| Below Poverty | 5.0% ▼ 50% below avg |
| College Grads | 66.5% ▲ 72% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 38% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 337 (14.8%) |
| Some College | 113 (5%) |
| Associates | 310 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 168 (7.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,343 (59.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $175,779 ▲ 130% above avg ↑ 84% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $808,400 ▲ 190% above avg ↑ 55% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,803/mo ↑ 62% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,731 |
| Vacant Units | 396 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,731 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 396 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
ZIP code 01951 is located in Newbury, Massachusetts, within Essex County. With a population of 2,938, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 57.6 years. Economically, 01951 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $175,779 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01951 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $808,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,803 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 55% since 2019.
The population of 01951 is primarily White (89.96%). Residents are highly educated — 66.5% 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 84% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01951 stands at 3.0%, which is below the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 01951 in Newbury, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,938 residents, a median household income of $175,779, and a median home value of $808,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.