| ZIP Code | 02464 |
|---|---|
| City | Newton Upper Falls |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Area Code | 617 |
| Elevation | 184 ft |
| Latitude | 42.312975 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.218882 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.5 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 7.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| College Grads | 84.1% ▲ 117% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 31% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 173 (7.1%) |
| Some College | 17 (0.7%) |
| Associates | 199 (8.1%) |
| Bachelors | 328 (13.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,732 (70.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $125,846 ▲ 65% above avg ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $899,300 ▲ 223% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,407/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,503 |
| Vacant Units | 108 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,503 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 108 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 39.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 02464 is located in Newton Upper Falls, Massachusetts, within Middlesex County. With a population of 3,730, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.5 years. Economically, 02464 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $125,846 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02464 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $899,300 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,407 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 60.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 02464 is majority White (57.99%). Residents are highly educated — 84.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.3%. Household income has grown by 3% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02464 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 29% — 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 55%.
Overall, ZIP code 02464 in Newton Upper Falls, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,730 residents, a median household income of $125,846, and a median home value of $899,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.