| ZIP Code | 02536 |
|---|---|
| City | East Falmouth |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Barnstable County |
| Area Code | 508/774 |
| Elevation | 56 ft |
| Latitude | 41.596295 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.567471 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.7 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 7.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.1% ▲ 42% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 14% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 95 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,433 (22.4%) |
| Some College | 1,311 (8.5%) |
| Associates | 2,058 (13.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,583 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,872 (44.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $95,295 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $496,500 ▲ 78% above avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,473/mo ↑ 2% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,151 |
| Vacant Units | 3,215 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,151 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,215 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
ZIP code 02536 is located in East Falmouth, Massachusetts, within Barnstable County. With a population of 21,100, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54.7 years. Economically, 02536 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $95,295 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02536 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $496,500 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,473 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 39% since 2019.
The population of 02536 is primarily White (84.61%). Residents are well-educated — 55.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.3%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02536 stands at 5.6%, which is near the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 02536 in East Falmouth, MA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 21,100 residents, a median household income of $95,295, and a median home value of $496,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.