| ZIP Code | 02481 |
|---|---|
| City | Wellesley Hills |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Norfolk County |
| Area Code | 339/508/774/781 |
| Elevation | 193 ft |
| Latitude | 42.310514 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.277769 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.01 |
| Below Poverty | 2.3% ▼ 77% below avg |
| College Grads | 92.0% ▲ 138% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 36% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 34 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 239 (2.8%) |
| Some College | 149 (1.7%) |
| Associates | 269 (3.1%) |
| Bachelors | 174 (2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,817 (90%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $250,001 ▲ 228% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,642,700 ▲ 489% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,064/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,145 |
| Vacant Units | 182 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.01 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,145 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 182 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.01 |
ZIP code 02481 is located in Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts, within Norfolk County. With a population of 17,262, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.1 years. Economically, 02481 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $250,001 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02481 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,642,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,064 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 02481 is primarily White (72.69%). Residents are highly educated — 92.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.3%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02481 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 32% — 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 50%.
Overall, ZIP code 02481 in Wellesley Hills, MA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,262 residents, a median household income of $250,001, and a median home value of $1,642,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.