| ZIP Code | 02072 |
|---|---|
| City | Stoughton |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Norfolk County |
| Area Code | 781 |
| Elevation | 233 ft |
| Latitude | 42.119006 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.10365 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.4 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.65 |
| Below Poverty | 9.2% ▼ 8% below avg |
| College Grads | 50.7% ▲ 31% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 675 (3.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,960 (24.6%) |
| Some College | 2,256 (11.2%) |
| Associates | 2,053 (10.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,775 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,453 (41.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $104,164 ▲ 37% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $496,700 ▲ 78% above avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,993/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,346 |
| Vacant Units | 485 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.65 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,346 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 485 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.65 |
ZIP code 02072 is located in Stoughton, Massachusetts, within Norfolk County. With a population of 29,074, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.4 years. Economically, 02072 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $104,164 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02072 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $496,700 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,993 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 02072 is majority White (59.91%). Residents are well-educated — 50.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.2%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02072 stands at 4.9%, which is near the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 02072 in Stoughton, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 29,074 residents, a median household income of $104,164, and a median home value of $496,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.