| ZIP Code | 02301 |
|---|---|
| City | Brockton |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Plymouth County |
| Area Code | 508/774/781 |
| Elevation | 155 ft |
| Latitude | 42.078371 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.042304 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25023 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.89 |
| Below Poverty | 15.0% ▲ 50% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.4% ▲ 93% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,058 (5.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 14,136 (36.4%) |
| Some College | 4,494 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 5,663 (14.6%) |
| Bachelors | 3,139 (8.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,303 (24%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,727 ≈ Avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $414,200 ▲ 49% above avg ↑ 51% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,566/mo ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 24,592 |
| Vacant Units | 1,336 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.89 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 24,592 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,336 |
| Owner Occupied | 50.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 50.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.89 |
ZIP code 02301 is located in Brockton, Massachusetts, within Plymouth County. With a population of 68,608, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.4 years. Economically, 02301 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $72,727 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02301 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $414,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,566 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (50.0%) and renters (50.0%). Median home values have increased by 51% since 2019.
The population of 02301 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 38.9%. Residents are moderately educated — 32.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.0%. Household income has grown by 39% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02301 stands at 9.4%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 02301 in Brockton, MA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 68,608 residents, a median household income of $72,727, and a median home value of $414,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.