| ZIP Code | 01985 |
|---|---|
| City | West Newbury |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 978 |
| Elevation | 143 ft |
| Latitude | 42.799565 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.964428 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.9 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.74 |
| Below Poverty | 2.2% ▼ 78% below avg |
| College Grads | 74.2% ▲ 91% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 322 (10.2%) |
| Some College | 148 (4.7%) |
| Associates | 347 (11%) |
| Bachelors | 289 (9.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,056 (65%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $189,048 ▲ 148% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $765,800 ▲ 175% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,809/mo ↑ 8% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,799 |
| Vacant Units | 147 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,799 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 147 |
| Owner Occupied | 95.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 4.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
ZIP code 01985 is located in West Newbury, Massachusetts, within Essex County. With a population of 4,536, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.9 years. Economically, 01985 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $189,048 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01985 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $765,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,809 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 95.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 01985 is primarily White (85.65%). Residents are highly educated — 74.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.2%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01985 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 01985 in West Newbury, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,536 residents, a median household income of $189,048, and a median home value of $765,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.