| ZIP Code | 02474 |
|---|---|
| City | Arlington |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Area Code | 339/781 |
| Elevation | 75 ft |
| Latitude | 42.420949 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.15637 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.3 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.34 |
| Below Poverty | 4.7% ▼ 53% below avg |
| College Grads | 77.3% ▲ 99% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 27% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 72 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,267 (11.9%) |
| Some College | 723 (3.8%) |
| Associates | 1,263 (6.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,095 (5.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,588 (71.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $139,199 ▲ 82% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $887,000 ▲ 218% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,157/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,541 |
| Vacant Units | 492 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,541 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 492 |
| Owner Occupied | 58.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 41.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
ZIP code 02474 is located in Arlington, Massachusetts, within Middlesex County. With a population of 28,283, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.3 years. Economically, 02474 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $139,199 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02474 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $887,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,157 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (58.4%) and renters (41.6%). Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 02474 is primarily White (74.25%). Residents are highly educated — 77.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.7%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02474 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 31% — 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 46%.
Overall, ZIP code 02474 in Arlington, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a middle-aged community. With 28,283 residents, a median household income of $139,199, and a median home value of $887,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.