| ZIP Code | 02061 |
|---|---|
| City | Norwell |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Plymouth County |
| Area Code | 339/781 |
| Elevation | 93 ft |
| Latitude | 42.164569 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.818844 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25023 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.0 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.04 |
| Below Poverty | 3.1% ▼ 70% below avg |
| College Grads | 72.4% ▲ 87% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 51% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 15 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,128 (16%) |
| Some College | 341 (4.8%) |
| Associates | 466 (6.6%) |
| Bachelors | 525 (7.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,592 (65%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $182,637 ▲ 139% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $799,600 ▲ 187% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,181/mo ↑ 130% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,739 |
| Vacant Units | 96 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.04 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,739 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 96 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.04 |
ZIP code 02061 is located in Norwell, Massachusetts, within Plymouth County. With a population of 11,309, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39 years. Economically, 02061 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $182,637 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02061 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $799,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,181 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 02061 is primarily White (89.86%). Residents are highly educated — 72.4% 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 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02061 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. About 24% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 02061 in Norwell, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 11,309 residents, a median household income of $182,637, and a median home value of $799,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.