| ZIP Code | 02127 |
|---|---|
| City | Boston |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Suffolk County |
| Area Code | 617/774/781/857/978 |
| Elevation | 22 ft |
| Latitude | 42.335301 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.038216 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.5 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.03 |
| Below Poverty | 11.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| College Grads | 72.9% ▲ 88% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 16% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 280 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,046 (14.3%) |
| Some College | 1,492 (5.3%) |
| Associates | 1,841 (6.5%) |
| Bachelors | 857 (3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 19,744 (69.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $156,373 ▲ 105% above avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $858,600 ▲ 208% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,435/mo ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,495 |
| Vacant Units | 1,600 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,495 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,600 |
| Owner Occupied | 44.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 55.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
ZIP code 02127 is located in Boston, Massachusetts, within Suffolk County. With a population of 36,646, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.5 years. Economically, 02127 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $156,373 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02127 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $858,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,435 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (44.8%) and renters (55.2%). Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 02127 is primarily White (77.53%). Residents are highly educated — 72.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.8%. Household income has grown by 43% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02127 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 27% — 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 32%.
Overall, ZIP code 02127 in Boston, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 36,646 residents, a median household income of $156,373, and a median home value of $858,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.