| ZIP Code | 02081 |
|---|---|
| City | Walpole |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Norfolk County |
| Area Code | 508/774/781 |
| Elevation | 133 ft |
| Latitude | 42.147403 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.257972 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.6 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.66 |
| Below Poverty | 3.7% ▼ 63% below avg |
| College Grads | 67.7% ▲ 75% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 216 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,290 (17.2%) |
| Some College | 540 (4.1%) |
| Associates | 1,251 (9.4%) |
| Bachelors | 894 (6.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,118 (61%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $150,233 ▲ 97% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $647,200 ▲ 132% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,980/mo ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,663 |
| Vacant Units | 357 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,663 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 357 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
ZIP code 02081 is located in Walpole, Massachusetts, within Norfolk County. With a population of 19,703, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.6 years. Economically, 02081 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $150,233 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02081 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $647,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,980 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 02081 is primarily White (87.77%). Residents are highly educated — 67.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.7%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02081 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. About 24% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 02081 in Walpole, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,703 residents, a median household income of $150,233, and a median home value of $647,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.