| ZIP Code | 02155 |
|---|---|
| City | Medford |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Area Code | 339/617/781 |
| Elevation | 42 ft |
| Latitude | 42.42384 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.107673 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.0 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 7.6% ▼ 24% below avg |
| College Grads | 63.6% ▲ 64% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 9% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 457 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,095 (20.5%) |
| Some College | 2,234 (5.7%) |
| Associates | 3,604 (9.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,276 (5.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 22,838 (57.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $118,403 ▲ 55% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $715,500 ▲ 157% above avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,483/mo ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 25,893 |
| Vacant Units | 1,307 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 25,893 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,307 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 47.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
ZIP code 02155 is located in Medford, Massachusetts, within Middlesex County. With a population of 61,276, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35 years. Economically, 02155 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $118,403 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02155 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $715,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,483 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.0%) and renters (47.0%). Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 02155 is majority White (66.62%). Residents are highly educated — 63.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.6%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02155 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. About 22% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 49%.
Overall, ZIP code 02155 in Medford, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 61,276 residents, a median household income of $118,403, and a median home value of $715,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.