ZIP Code 01079, Massachusetts
ZIP Code 01079 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 01079 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Hampden County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 438. The land area covers 1.61 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | ±193 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48.9 yrs | ±10.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 208 | ±85 | 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 | 254 | ±113 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 208 | ±85 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 46 | ±72 |
| Median Home Value | $263,400 | ±$65,977 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $70,588 | ±$44,756 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,454 | ±$23,091 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.4% | ±32.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 85 | ±147 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% | ±13.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 239 | ±152 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
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 | PK | Agawam, 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-05 | Springfield, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Springfield, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Chicopee, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Springfield, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Chicopee, 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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Western New England University
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College | 10.5 mi away | 1215 Wilbraham Rd, Springfield, MA, 01119-2684 |
4137823111
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PALMER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 1455 NORTH MAIN ST., PALMER, MA, 01069 |
(413) 283-3330
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American International College
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College | 12.4 mi away | 1000 State Street, Springfield, MA, 01109 |
4137377000
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WEST WARREN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 2370 MAIN STREET, WEST WARREN, MA, 01092 |
(413) 436-9892
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Springfield College
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College | 12.6 mi away | 263 Alden St, Springfield, MA, 01109-3739 |
4137483000
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MONSON FREE LIBRARY & READING ROOM
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 2 HIGH STREET, MONSON, MA, 01057 |
(413) 267-3866
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Springfield College-Regional, Online, and Continuing Education
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College | 12.6 mi away | 263 Alden St., Springfield, MA, 01109-3739 |
4137483000
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WILBRAHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 25 CRANE PARK DRIVE, WILBRAHAM, MA, 01095 |
(413) 596-6141
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Mount Holyoke College
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College | 13.2 mi away | 50 College Street, South Hadley, MA, 01075-1489 |
4135382000
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YOUNG MEN'S LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 37 MAIN ST., WARE, MA, 01082 |
(413) 967-5491
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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 BELCHERTOWN, MA US, located 6.9 miles from ZCTA5 01079. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.0° | 15.4° | 24.2° | 3.46" | 12.3" |
| February | 35.4° | 15.1° | 25.2° | 3.09" | 13.7" |
| March | 43.7° | 23.7° | 33.7° | 3.71" | 8.8" |
| April | 56.5° | 33.8° | 45.2° | 3.68" | 1.4" |
| May | 68.3° | 44.8° | 56.5° | 3.57" | 0.0" |
| June | 76.7° | 54.3° | 65.5° | 4.21" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.8° | 59.8° | 70.8° | 4.21" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.1° | 58.0° | 69.0° | 4.78" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.8° | 51.5° | 62.1° | 4.53" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.4° | 39.7° | 50.0° | 4.78" | 0.2" |
| November | 48.6° | 30.5° | 39.6° | 3.48" | 1.5" |
| December | 38.3° | 21.5° | 29.9° | 4.01" | 9.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer Town city | City | 1.6 mi | — |
| West Warren CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
| Monson Center CDP | CDP | 6.1 mi | — |
| Wilbraham CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Ware CDP | CDP | 6.8 mi | — |
| Belchertown CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 01079. • 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.