| ZIP Code | 02458 |
|---|---|
| City | Newton |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Area Code | 339/617/857 |
| Elevation | 48 ft |
| Latitude | 42.353585 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.188192 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.1 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 5.6% ▼ 44% below avg |
| College Grads | 78.8% ▲ 103% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 18% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 144 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 896 (10.7%) |
| Some College | 356 (4.3%) |
| Associates | 371 (4.4%) |
| Bachelors | 422 (5.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,163 (73.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $151,782 ▲ 99% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,116,600 ▲ 301% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,313/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,238 |
| Vacant Units | 185 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,238 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 185 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 37.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
ZIP code 02458 is located in Newton, Massachusetts, within Middlesex County. With a population of 13,308, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.1 years. Economically, 02458 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $151,782 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02458 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,116,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,313 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 02458 is primarily White (71.20%). Residents are highly educated — 78.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.6%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02458 stands at 4.0%, which is below the national average. About 25% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 50%.
Overall, ZIP code 02458 in Newton, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 13,308 residents, a median household income of $151,782, and a median home value of $1,116,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.