| ZIP Code | 02053 |
|---|---|
| City | Medway |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Norfolk County |
| Area Code | 508/774 |
| Elevation | 220 ft |
| Latitude | 42.156203 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.430345 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.5 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.87 |
| Below Poverty | 3.1% ▼ 69% below avg |
| College Grads | 71.2% ▲ 84% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 15% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 35 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,212 (13.6%) |
| Some College | 539 (6%) |
| Associates | 783 (8.8%) |
| Bachelors | 770 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,586 (62.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $174,357 ▲ 128% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $588,900 ▲ 111% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,570/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,601 |
| Vacant Units | 28 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.87 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,601 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 28 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.87 |
ZIP code 02053 is located in Medway, Massachusetts, within Norfolk County. With a population of 13,251, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.5 years. Economically, 02053 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $174,357 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02053 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $588,900 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,570 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 02053 is primarily White (83.07%). Residents are highly educated — 71.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.1%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02053 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 02053 in Medway, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 13,251 residents, a median household income of $174,357, and a median home value of $588,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.