| ZIP Code | 02576 |
|---|---|
| City | West Wareham |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Plymouth County |
| Area Code | 508/774 |
| Elevation | 66 ft |
| Latitude | 41.772221 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.762948 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25023 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 18.3% ▲ 83% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.6% ▼ 31% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.5% ▲ 32% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 22 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,455 (47.5%) |
| Some College | 298 (9.7%) |
| Associates | 475 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 202 (6.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 612 (20%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,735 ▼ 19% below avg ↓ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $348,500 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 1,928 |
| Vacant Units | 108 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,928 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 108 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 02576 is located in West Wareham, Massachusetts, within Plymouth County. With a population of 4,498, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.6 years. Economically, 02576 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,735 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02576 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $348,500 is above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 84.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 02576 is primarily White (82.30%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.3%. Household income has declined by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02576 stands at 6.5%, which is above the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 02576 in West Wareham, MA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,498 residents, a median household income of $61,735, and a median home value of $348,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.