| ZIP Code | 02468 |
|---|---|
| City | Waban |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Area Code | 617/781 |
| Elevation | 145 ft |
| Latitude | 42.329175 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.231583 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.87 |
| Below Poverty | 0.6% ▼ 94% below avg |
| College Grads | 93.4% ▲ 141% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 9 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 93 (2.7%) |
| Some College | 22 (0.6%) |
| Associates | 104 (3%) |
| Bachelors | 145 (4.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,068 (89.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $250,001 ▲ 228% above avg ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,809,300 ▲ 549% above avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,875/mo ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,038 |
| Vacant Units | 11 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.87 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,038 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 11 |
| Owner Occupied | 97.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 2.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.87 |
ZIP code 02468 is located in Waban, Massachusetts, within Middlesex County. With a population of 5,901, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.4 years. Economically, 02468 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $250,001 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02468 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,809,300 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,875 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 97.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.
The population of 02468 is primarily White (75.83%). Residents are highly educated — 93.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 0.6%. Household income has grown by 4% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02468 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 33% — 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 57%.
Overall, ZIP code 02468 in Waban, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,901 residents, a median household income of $250,001, and a median home value of $1,809,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.