| ZIP Code | 01983 |
|---|---|
| City | Topsfield |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 978 |
| Elevation | 54 ft |
| Latitude | 42.641387 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.943383 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.3 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.83 |
| Below Poverty | 7.4% ▼ 26% below avg |
| College Grads | 81.8% ▲ 111% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.7% ▼ 87% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 43 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 479 (10.7%) |
| Some College | 148 (3.3%) |
| Associates | 146 (3.3%) |
| Bachelors | 386 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,289 (73.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $176,698 ▲ 132% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $810,400 ▲ 191% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,003/mo |
| Total Units | 2,319 |
| Vacant Units | 74 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.83 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,319 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 74 |
| Owner Occupied | 90.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.83 |
ZIP code 01983 is located in Topsfield, Massachusetts, within Essex County. With a population of 6,535, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.3 years. Economically, 01983 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $176,698 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01983 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $810,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,003 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 90.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 01983 is primarily White (85.62%). Residents are highly educated — 81.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.4%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01983 stands at 0.7%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 26% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 01983 in Topsfield, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,535 residents, a median household income of $176,698, and a median home value of $810,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.