| ZIP Code | 01844 |
|---|---|
| City | Methuen |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 351/508/978 |
| Elevation | 169 ft |
| Latitude | 42.742641 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.178651 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 25009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.79 |
| Below Poverty | 8.1% ▼ 19% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 29% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 673 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,702 (31%) |
| Some College | 4,328 (12.6%) |
| Associates | 4,590 (13.3%) |
| Bachelors | 3,126 (9.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,058 (32.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $103,292 ▲ 35% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $471,900 ▲ 69% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,610/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,496 |
| Vacant Units | 695 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.79 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,496 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 695 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.79 |
ZIP code 01844 is located in Methuen, Massachusetts, within Essex County. With a population of 53,015, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.5 years. Economically, 01844 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $103,292 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 01844 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $471,900 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,610 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 01844 is majority White (55.54%). Residents are well-educated — 41.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.1%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 01844 stands at 6.3%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 01844 in Methuen, MA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 53,015 residents, a median household income of $103,292, and a median home value of $471,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Massachusetts.