| ZIP Code | 02539 |
|---|---|
| City | Edgartown |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Dukes County |
| Area Code | 508/774 |
| Elevation | 28 ft |
| Latitude | 41.377655 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.52208 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25007 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.6 yrs ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.10 |
| Below Poverty | 5.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| College Grads | 54.8% ▲ 41% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.8% ▲ 81% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 28 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 689 (17.8%) |
| Some College | 553 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 474 (12.3%) |
| Bachelors | 367 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,749 (45.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $89,710 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,171,700 ▲ 320% above avg ↑ 51% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 13.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,717/mo ↓ 7% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,157 |
| Vacant Units | 3,491 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.10 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,157 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,491 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.10 |
ZIP code 02539 is located in Edgartown, Massachusetts, within Dukes County. With a population of 5,212, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 52.6 years. Economically, 02539 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $89,710 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02539 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,171,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,717 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 51% since 2019.
The population of 02539 is primarily White (84.34%). Residents are well-educated — 54.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.8%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02539 stands at 8.8%, which is significantly above the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 57%.
Overall, ZIP code 02539 in Edgartown, MA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,212 residents, a median household income of $89,710, and a median home value of $1,171,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.