| ZIP Code | 02143 |
|---|---|
| City | Somerville |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Area Code | 617/857 |
| Elevation | 78 ft |
| Latitude | 42.3814 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.09672 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.8 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.05 |
| Below Poverty | 8.4% ▼ 16% below avg |
| College Grads | 76.2% ▲ 97% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 30% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 325 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,179 (12.2%) |
| Some College | 647 (3.6%) |
| Associates | 1,099 (6.2%) |
| Bachelors | 421 (2.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,148 (73.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $126,102 ▲ 65% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $930,200 ▲ 234% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,424/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,901 |
| Vacant Units | 769 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.05 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,901 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 769 |
| Owner Occupied | 31.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 68.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.05 |
ZIP code 02143 is located in Somerville, Massachusetts, within Middlesex County. With a population of 25,161, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.8 years. Economically, 02143 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $126,102 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02143 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $930,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,424 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 68.8% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 02143 is majority White (69.48%). Residents are highly educated — 76.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.4%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02143 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 33% — 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 27%.
Overall, ZIP code 02143 in Somerville, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 25,161 residents, a median household income of $126,102, and a median home value of $930,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.