ZIP Code 01040, Massachusetts
ZIP Code 01040 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 01040 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Hampden County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 37,813. The land area covers 21.17 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37,813 | ±39 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 15,618 | ±489 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 17,057 | ±473 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 15,618 | ±489 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,439 | ±272 |
| Median Home Value | $274,100 | ±$7,570 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,021 | ±$60 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $53,605 | ±$3,395 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,236 | ±$1,704 |
| Poverty Rate | 27% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 9,979 | ±950 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.7% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 15,300 | ±807 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.4% | ±1.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Westfield, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Agawam, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Agawam, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Feeding Hills, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Springfield, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Springfield, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Amherst, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Amherst, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Williamsburg, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Springfield, MA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Holyoke Community College
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College | 1.3 mi away | 303 Homestead Ave, Holyoke, MA, 01040 |
4135522000
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HOLYOKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 250 CHESTNUT ST., HOLYOKE, MA, 01040 |
(413) 420-8101
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DiGrigoli School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 4.6 mi away | 1578 Riverdale St, West Springfield, MA, 01089 |
4138270037
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SOUTH HADLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 2 CANAL STREET, SOUTH HADLEY, MA, 01075 |
(413) 538-5045
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Mount Holyoke College
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College | 4.6 mi away | 50 College Street, South Hadley, MA, 01075-1489 |
4135382000
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FAIRVIEW BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 373 BRITTON STREET, CHICOPEE, MA, 01020 |
(413) 533-8218
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College of Our Lady of the Elms
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College | 5.3 mi away | 291 Springfield St, Chicopee, MA, 01013 |
4135942761
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EASTHAMPTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 9 PARK ST., EASTHAMPTON, MA, 01027 |
(413) 527-1031
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Conway School of Landscape Design
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College | 7.1 mi away | 88 Village Hill Road, Northampton, MA, 01060 |
4133694044
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EDWARDS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 30 EAST STREET, SOUTHAMPTON, MA, 01073 |
(413) 527-9480
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at WESTFIELD BARNES MUNI AP, MA US, located 5.3 miles from ZCTA5 01040. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.8° | 15.5° | 25.1° | 2.75" | — |
| February | 37.9° | 17.3° | 27.6° | 2.60" | — |
| March | 46.6° | 25.7° | 36.1° | 3.43" | — |
| April | 60.3° | 35.4° | 47.8° | 4.06" | — |
| May | 71.6° | 46.2° | 58.9° | 3.71" | — |
| June | 79.7° | 55.1° | 67.4° | 4.37" | — |
| July | 84.9° | 60.9° | 72.9° | 4.15" | — |
| August | 82.9° | 59.1° | 71.0° | 3.72" | — |
| September | 75.3° | 50.9° | 63.1° | 4.60" | — |
| October | 63.0° | 39.4° | 51.2° | 4.72" | — |
| November | 50.8° | 30.2° | 40.5° | 3.47" | — |
| December | 39.8° | 22.1° | 31.0° | 3.58" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holyoke city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Easthampton city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| Chicopee city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| West Springfield Town city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Granby CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| Westfield city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 01040. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.