| ZIP Code | 02650 |
|---|---|
| City | North Chatham |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Barnstable County |
| Area Code | 508/774 |
| Elevation | 20 ft |
| Latitude | 41.701947 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -69.961453 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 67.1 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.87 |
| Below Poverty | 7.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| College Grads | 63.1% ▲ 63% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 16% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 101 (12.4%) |
| Some College | 66 (8.1%) |
| Associates | 133 (16.3%) |
| Bachelors | 47 (5.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 467 (57.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,982 ▼ 14% below avg ↓ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $973,800 ▲ 249% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 14.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 808 |
| Vacant Units | 338 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.87 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 808 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 338 |
| Owner Occupied | 90.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.87 |
ZIP code 02650 is located in North Chatham, Massachusetts, within Barnstable County. With a population of 1,017, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 67.1 years. Economically, 02650 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,982 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02650 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $973,800 is more than double the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 90.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 19% since 2019.
The population of 02650 is primarily White (95.87%). Residents are highly educated — 63.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.8%. Household income has declined by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02650 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 38% — 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 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 02650 in North Chatham, MA is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,017 residents, a median household income of $65,982, and a median home value of $973,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.