| ZIP Code | 02745 |
|---|---|
| City | New Bedford |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Bristol County |
| Area Code | 508 |
| Elevation | 73 ft |
| Latitude | 41.702696 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.947057 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 13.9% ▲ 39% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.2% ▼ 12% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 554 (3.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,680 (36.9%) |
| Some College | 2,063 (13.4%) |
| Associates | 1,833 (11.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,787 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,476 (22.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,154 ≈ Avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $339,600 ▲ 22% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,104/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,649 |
| Vacant Units | 489 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,649 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 489 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 39.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
ZIP code 02745 is located in New Bedford, Massachusetts, within Bristol County. With a population of 25,013, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.7 years. Economically, 02745 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $73,154 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02745 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $339,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,104 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 60.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 02745 is primarily White (71.41%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.9%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02745 stands at 5.2%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 02745 in New Bedford, MA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 25,013 residents, a median household income of $73,154, and a median home value of $339,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.