| ZIP Code | 02030 |
|---|---|
| City | Dover |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Norfolk County |
| Area Code | 508/774 |
| Elevation | 126 ft |
| Latitude | 42.23416 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.291167 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.08 |
| Below Poverty | 2.0% ▼ 80% below avg |
| College Grads | 90.7% ▲ 134% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.2% ▲ 67% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 9 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 130 (3.7%) |
| Some College | 59 (1.7%) |
| Associates | 126 (3.6%) |
| Bachelors | 142 (4.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,014 (86.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $250,001 ▲ 228% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,285,800 ▲ 361% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,500/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,951 |
| Vacant Units | 39 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.08 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,951 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 39 |
| Owner Occupied | 97.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 3.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.08 |
ZIP code 02030 is located in Dover, Massachusetts, within Norfolk County. With a population of 5,893, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.6 years. Economically, 02030 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $250,001 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02030 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,285,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,500 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 97.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 02030 is primarily White (78.57%). Residents are highly educated — 90.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.0%.
The unemployment rate in 02030 stands at 8.2%, which is significantly above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 34% — 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 50%.
Overall, ZIP code 02030 in Dover, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,893 residents, a median household income of $250,001, and a median home value of $1,285,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.