| ZIP Code | 02445 |
|---|---|
| City | Brookline |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Norfolk County |
| Area Code | 617/774/857 |
| Elevation | 157 ft |
| Latitude | 42.325483 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.135045 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 9.2% ▼ 8% below avg |
| College Grads | 86.5% ▲ 123% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 74 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 687 (5.4%) |
| Some College | 354 (2.8%) |
| Associates | 600 (4.7%) |
| Bachelors | 336 (2.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,637 (83.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $145,878 ▲ 91% above avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,218,000 ▲ 337% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,779/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,016 |
| Vacant Units | 422 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,016 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 422 |
| Owner Occupied | 52.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 47.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
ZIP code 02445 is located in Brookline, Massachusetts, within Norfolk County. With a population of 22,568, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.1 years. Economically, 02445 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $145,878 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02445 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,218,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,779 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (52.5%) and renters (47.5%). Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 02445 is majority White (67.34%). Residents are highly educated — 86.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.2%. Household income has grown by 10% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02445 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 28% — 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 02445 in Brookline, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 22,568 residents, a median household income of $145,878, and a median home value of $1,218,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.