| ZIP Code | 02556 |
|---|---|
| City | North Falmouth |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Barnstable County |
| Area Code | 508/774 |
| Elevation | 12 ft |
| Latitude | 41.639447 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.624515 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.2 yrs ↓ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 1.8% ▼ 82% below avg |
| College Grads | 74.8% ▲ 93% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 20% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 158 (8.6%) |
| Some College | 151 (8.2%) |
| Associates | 154 (8.4%) |
| Bachelors | 121 (6.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,252 (68.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $133,929 ▲ 76% above avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $658,600 ▲ 136% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 2,751 |
| Vacant Units | 1,663 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,751 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,663 |
| Owner Occupied | 90.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
ZIP code 02556 is located in North Falmouth, Massachusetts, within Barnstable County. With a population of 2,586, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 49.2 years. Economically, 02556 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $133,929 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02556 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $658,600 is more than double the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 90.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 19% since 2019.
The population of 02556 is primarily White (94.55%). Residents are highly educated — 74.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 1.8%. Household income has grown by 39% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02556 stands at 5.9%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 34% — 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 54%.
Overall, ZIP code 02556 in North Falmouth, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,586 residents, a median household income of $133,929, and a median home value of $658,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.