| ZIP Code | 02638 |
|---|---|
| City | Dennis |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Barnstable County |
| Area Code | 508/774 |
| Elevation | 9 ft |
| Latitude | 41.730245 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.197392 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 59.9 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.34 |
| Below Poverty | 2.4% ▼ 76% below avg |
| College Grads | 48.3% ▲ 25% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.5% ▼ 69% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 688 (25.2%) |
| Some College | 421 (15.4%) |
| Associates | 300 (11%) |
| Bachelors | 229 (8.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,088 (39.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $117,619 ▲ 54% above avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $714,000 ▲ 156% above avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,689/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,043 |
| Vacant Units | 1,653 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,043 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,653 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
ZIP code 02638 is located in Dennis, Massachusetts, within Barnstable County. With a population of 3,256, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 59.9 years. Economically, 02638 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $117,619 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02638 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $714,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,689 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.
The population of 02638 is primarily White (96.87%). Residents are well-educated — 48.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.4%. Household income has grown by 41% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02638 stands at 1.5%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 27% — 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 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 02638 in Dennis, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,256 residents, a median household income of $117,619, and a median home value of $714,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.