| ZIP Code | 02461 |
|---|---|
| City | Newton Highlands |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Area Code | 617 |
| Elevation | 109 ft |
| Latitude | 42.317362 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.206508 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.64 |
| Below Poverty | 5.2% ▼ 48% below avg |
| College Grads | 90.0% ▲ 132% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 45% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 32 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 252 (6.5%) |
| Some College | 43 (1.1%) |
| Associates | 60 (1.6%) |
| Bachelors | 88 (2.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,389 (87.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $207,292 ▲ 172% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,154,500 ▲ 314% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,026/mo ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,785 |
| Vacant Units | 241 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,785 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 241 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
ZIP code 02461 is located in Newton Highlands, Massachusetts, within Middlesex County. With a population of 6,717, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.5 years. Economically, 02461 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $207,292 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02461 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,154,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,026 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 02461 is majority White (66.31%). Residents are highly educated — 90.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.2%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02461 stands at 2.7%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 34% — 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 45%.
Overall, ZIP code 02461 in Newton Highlands, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,717 residents, a median household income of $207,292, and a median home value of $1,154,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.