| ZIP Code | 01966 |
|---|---|
| City | Rockport |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 351/508/978 |
| Elevation | 12 ft |
| Latitude | 42.640699 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.62025 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 59.7 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.13 |
| Below Poverty | 3.5% ▼ 65% below avg |
| College Grads | 67.3% ▲ 74% above avg |
| Unemployment | 9.1% ▲ 87% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 23 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 780 (14.7%) |
| Some College | 190 (3.6%) |
| Associates | 739 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 541 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,027 (57.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $93,227 ▲ 22% above avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $692,500 ▲ 148% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,827/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,232 |
| Vacant Units | 969 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.13 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,232 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 969 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.13 |
ZIP code 01966 is located in Rockport, Massachusetts, within Essex County. With a population of 6,977, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 59.7 years. Economically, 01966 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $93,227 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01966 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $692,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,827 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 01966 is primarily White (94.32%). Residents are highly educated — 67.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.5%. Household income has grown by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01966 stands at 9.1%, which is significantly above the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 01966 in Rockport, MA is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,977 residents, a median household income of $93,227, and a median home value of $692,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.