Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 23.1% ▲ 131% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.9% ▲ 41% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 818 (3.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,265 (32.3%) |
| Some College | 3,523 (15.7%) |
| Associates | 2,556 (11.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,171 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,139 (27.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,892 ▼ 32% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $255,300 ▼ 8% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,016/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 17,057 |
| Vacant Units | 1,533 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Holyoke is a city in Massachusetts, located in Hampden County. The city spans 2 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 37,949 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 39.1 years.
Economically, Holyoke is a working-class community. The median household income of $51,892 is below the national average. Approximately 23.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 6.9%, above the national average.
The real estate market in Holyoke is a mid-range housing market. Median home values stand at $255,300, which is near the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,016 per month.
The population of Holyoke is moderately educated. 37.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is majority Hispanic (51.55%).
Holyoke, MA offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Massachusetts. Spread across 2 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01040 | 37,949 | $51,892 | $255,300 | $1,016 | 6.9% | 37.0% | 41.6% |