| ZIP Code | 02032 |
|---|---|
| City | East Walpole |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Norfolk County |
| Area Code | 339/508/774/781 |
| Elevation | 148 ft |
| Latitude | 42.156882 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.216187 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.8 yrs ↓ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.09 |
| Below Poverty | 2.8% ▼ 72% below avg |
| College Grads | 70.4% ▲ 82% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 19% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 537 (17.7%) |
| Some College | 118 (3.9%) |
| Associates | 244 (8%) |
| Bachelors | 239 (7.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,896 (62.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $180,100 ▲ 136% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $673,400 ▲ 142% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,448/mo ↑ 81% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,715 |
| Vacant Units | 127 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.09 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,715 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 127 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.09 |
ZIP code 02032 is located in East Walpole, Massachusetts, within Norfolk County. With a population of 4,914, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.8 years. Economically, 02032 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $180,100 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02032 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $673,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,448 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 02032 is primarily White (71.84%). Residents are highly educated — 70.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.8%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02032 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 36% — 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 52%.
Overall, ZIP code 02032 in East Walpole, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,914 residents, a median household income of $180,100, and a median home value of $673,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.