| ZIP Code | 02472 |
|---|---|
| City | Watertown |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Area Code | 617/857 |
| Elevation | 56 ft |
| Latitude | 42.369451 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.177925 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.8 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.16 |
| Below Poverty | 6.1% ▼ 39% below avg |
| College Grads | 72.6% ▲ 87% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 347 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,632 (14.4%) |
| Some College | 1,383 (5.5%) |
| Associates | 1,552 (6.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,478 (5.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 16,866 (66.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $123,383 ▲ 62% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $737,600 ▲ 165% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,356/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,069 |
| Vacant Units | 849 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,069 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 849 |
| Owner Occupied | 48.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 51.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
ZIP code 02472 is located in Watertown, Massachusetts, within Middlesex County. With a population of 35,317, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.8 years. Economically, 02472 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $123,383 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02472 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $737,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,356 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (48.8%) and renters (51.2%). Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 02472 is majority White (69.72%). Residents are highly educated — 72.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.1%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02472 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 27% — 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 49%.
Overall, ZIP code 02472 in Watertown, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a middle-aged community. With 35,317 residents, a median household income of $123,383, and a median home value of $737,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.