| ZIP Code | 02062 |
|---|---|
| City | Norwood |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Norfolk County |
| Area Code | 339/781 |
| Elevation | 55 ft |
| Latitude | 42.187389 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.192477 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.4 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 8.1% ▼ 19% below avg |
| College Grads | 61.4% ▲ 58% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 28% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 311 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,568 (21.3%) |
| Some College | 1,406 (6.5%) |
| Associates | 2,014 (9.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,591 (7.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,584 (53.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $97,110 ▲ 27% above avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $613,500 ▲ 120% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,056/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,961 |
| Vacant Units | 662 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,961 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 662 |
| Owner Occupied | 51.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 48.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 02062 is located in Norwood, Massachusetts, within Norfolk County. With a population of 31,380, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.4 years. Economically, 02062 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $97,110 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02062 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $613,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,056 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (51.8%) and renters (48.2%). Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 02062 is primarily White (70.23%). Residents are highly educated — 61.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.1%. Household income has grown by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02062 stands at 3.5%, which is below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 02062 in Norwood, MA is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and a middle-aged community. With 31,380 residents, a median household income of $97,110, and a median home value of $613,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.