| ZIP Code | 01960 |
|---|---|
| City | Peabody |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 351/508/978 |
| Elevation | 161 ft |
| Latitude | 42.53431 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.969443 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 6.5% ▼ 36% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.1% ▲ 22% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 918 (2.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,575 (30.6%) |
| Some College | 3,311 (8.8%) |
| Associates | 4,190 (11.1%) |
| Bachelors | 4,455 (11.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,378 (35.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $95,173 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $566,700 ▲ 103% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,902/mo ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 23,009 |
| Vacant Units | 704 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 23,009 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 704 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 01960 is located in Peabody, Massachusetts, within Essex County. With a population of 53,961, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.4 years. Economically, 01960 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $95,173 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01960 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $566,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,902 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 01960 is primarily White (76.60%). Residents are well-educated — 47.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.5%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01960 stands at 4.9%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 01960 in Peabody, MA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 53,961 residents, a median household income of $95,173, and a median home value of $566,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.