| ZIP Code | 02116 |
|---|---|
| City | Boston |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Suffolk County |
| Area Code | 508/617/781/857/978 |
| Elevation | 7 ft |
| Latitude | 42.350979 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.076591 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.6 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.65 |
| Below Poverty | 13.8% ▲ 38% above avg |
| College Grads | 81.1% ▲ 109% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 373 (2.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,377 (9.7%) |
| Some College | 304 (2.1%) |
| Associates | 631 (4.4%) |
| Bachelors | 337 (2.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,203 (78.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $127,309 ▲ 67% above avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,583,500 ▲ 468% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 12.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,341/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,110 |
| Vacant Units | 2,585 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.65 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,110 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,585 |
| Owner Occupied | 34.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 65.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.65 |
ZIP code 02116 is located in Boston, Massachusetts, within Suffolk County. With a population of 22,040, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.6 years. Economically, 02116 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $127,309 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02116 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,583,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,341 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 65.2% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 02116 is majority White (65.17%). Residents are highly educated — 81.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.8%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02116 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 26% — 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 18%.
Overall, ZIP code 02116 in Boston, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 22,040 residents, a median household income of $127,309, and a median home value of $1,583,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.