| ZIP Code | 02090 |
|---|---|
| City | Westwood |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Norfolk County |
| Area Code | 339/617/781 |
| Elevation | 171 ft |
| Latitude | 42.219645 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.216768 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.3 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.91 |
| Below Poverty | 4.9% ▼ 51% below avg |
| College Grads | 77.0% ▲ 99% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.8% ▼ 64% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 146 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,039 (10.7%) |
| Some College | 346 (3.5%) |
| Associates | 709 (7.3%) |
| Bachelors | 628 (6.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,880 (70.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $205,000 ▲ 169% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $985,800 ▲ 254% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,390/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,721 |
| Vacant Units | 229 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,721 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 229 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
ZIP code 02090 is located in Westwood, Massachusetts, within Norfolk County. With a population of 16,213, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.3 years. Economically, 02090 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $205,000 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02090 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $985,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,390 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 02090 is primarily White (77.56%). Residents are highly educated — 77.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.9%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02090 stands at 1.8%, which is well below the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 61%.
Overall, ZIP code 02090 in Westwood, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,213 residents, a median household income of $205,000, and a median home value of $985,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.