ZIP Code 01245, Massachusetts
ZIP Code 01245 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 01245 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 692. The land area covers 25.87 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 692 | ±169 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 70.3 yrs | ±12.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 281 | ±86 | 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 | 765 | ±126 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 281 | ±86 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 484 | ±87 |
| Median Home Value | $629,900 | ±$47,368 |
| 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 | $136,875 | ±$75,059 |
| Per Capita Income | $85,832 | ±$30,737 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% | ±11% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 39 | ±77 |
| Unemployment Rate | 12.3% | ±9.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 315 | ±122 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.9% | ±6.3% |
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 | PK-05 | Becket, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Norfolk, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Chester, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Colebrook, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Otis, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Lee, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Lee, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Lenox, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Great Barrington, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lenox, 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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Bard College at Simon's Rock
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College | 8.3 mi away | 84 Alford Road, Great Barrington, MA, 01230-9702 |
4136444400
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MONTEREY LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 452 MAIN RD., MONTEREY, MA, 01245 |
(413) 528-3795
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Mildred Elley-Pittsfield Campus
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College Vocational | 17.8 mi away | 100 West Street, Pittsfield, MA, 01201-5300 |
4134998618
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TYRINGHAM FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 118 MAIN ROAD, TYRINGHAM, MA, 01264 |
(413) 243-1749
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Berkshire Community College
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College | 19.1 mi away | 1350 West Street, Pittsfield, MA, 01201-5786 |
4134994660
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NEW MARLBOROUGH TOWN LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 1 MILL RIVER -GREAT BARRINGTON ROAD, MILL RIVER, MA, 01244 |
(413) 229-6668
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Westfield State University
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College | 22.0 mi away | 577 Western Ave, Westfield, MA, 01086-1630 |
4135725300
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OTIS LIBRARY AND MUSEUM
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 48 NORTH MAIN ROAD, OTIS, MA, 01253 |
(413) 269-0109
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MASON LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 231 MAIN ST., GREAT BARRINGTON, MA, 01230 |
(413) 528-2403
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STOCKBRIDGE LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 46 MAIN STREET, STOCKBRIDGE, MA, 01262 |
(413) 298-5501
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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 LENOX DALE, MA US, located 10.0 miles from ZCTA5 01245. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.6° | 12.7° | 22.1° | 3.54" | — |
| February | 35.4° | 13.5° | 24.4° | 3.06" | — |
| March | 43.3° | 21.3° | 32.3° | 3.71" | — |
| April | 56.2° | 31.8° | 44.0° | 3.75" | — |
| May | 68.8° | 43.0° | 55.9° | 4.15" | — |
| June | 76.8° | 52.2° | 64.5° | 4.79" | — |
| July | 81.9° | 57.0° | 69.4° | 4.53" | — |
| August | 80.6° | 55.2° | 67.9° | 4.23" | — |
| September | 72.3° | 47.5° | 59.9° | 4.48" | — |
| October | 59.3° | 36.9° | 48.1° | 4.75" | — |
| November | 46.8° | 27.7° | 37.3° | 3.62" | — |
| December | 36.1° | 19.4° | 27.8° | 4.49" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Barrington CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Lee CDP | CDP | 8.0 mi | — |
| Housatonic CDP | CDP | 8.2 mi | — |
| Lenox Dale CDP | CDP | 9.8 mi | — |
| Canaan CDP | CDP | 12.1 mi | — |
| Lenox CDP | CDP | 12.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 01245. • 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.