| ZIP Code | 02071 |
|---|---|
| City | South Walpole |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Norfolk County |
| Area Code | 508/774/781 |
| Elevation | 216 ft |
| Latitude | 42.106425 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.268951 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.7 yrs ↓ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.55 |
| Below Poverty | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| College Grads | 79.6% ▲ 106% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 11% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 132 (12.7%) |
| Some College | 50 (4.8%) |
| Associates | 30 (2.9%) |
| Bachelors | 54 (5.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 774 (74.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $207,878 ▲ 172% above avg ↑ 88% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $590,300 ▲ 112% above avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 473 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.55 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 473 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | 94.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 5.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.55 |
ZIP code 02071 is located in South Walpole, Massachusetts, within Norfolk County. With a population of 1,677, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.7 years. Economically, 02071 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $207,878 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02071 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $590,300 is more than double the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 94.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 52% since 2019.
The population of 02071 is primarily White (78.35%). Residents are highly educated — 79.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Household income has grown by 88% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02071 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 41% — 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 58%.
Overall, ZIP code 02071 in South Walpole, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,677 residents, a median household income of $207,878, and a median home value of $590,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.