| ZIP Code | 02571 |
|---|---|
| City | Wareham |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Plymouth County |
| Area Code | 508/774 |
| Elevation | 27 ft |
| Latitude | 41.75143 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.699352 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25023 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 56.6 yrs ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.05 |
| Below Poverty | 4.1% ▼ 59% below avg |
| College Grads | 44.8% ▲ 16% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 9% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 178 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,440 (30.1%) |
| Some College | 992 (12.2%) |
| Associates | 875 (10.8%) |
| Bachelors | 987 (12.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,645 (32.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $87,302 ▲ 14% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $422,500 ▲ 52% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,427/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,205 |
| Vacant Units | 1,170 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.05 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,205 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,170 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.05 |
ZIP code 02571 is located in Wareham, Massachusetts, within Plymouth County. With a population of 10,538, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 56.6 years. Economically, 02571 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $87,302 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02571 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $422,500 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,427 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 02571 is primarily White (79.33%). Residents are well-educated — 44.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.1%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02571 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 02571 in Wareham, MA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,538 residents, a median household income of $87,302, and a median home value of $422,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.