ZIP Code 01522, Massachusetts
ZIP Code 01522 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 01522 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Worcester County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,152. The land area covers 15.68 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,152 | ±423 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs | ±5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,180 | ±154 | 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 | 1,180 | ±154 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,180 | ±154 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±14 |
| Median Home Value | $423,900 | ±$42,282 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,164 | ±$136 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $100,625 | ±$41,396 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,633 | ±$6,113 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.5% | ±4.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 236 | ±142 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.5% | ±3.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,477 | ±251 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.6% | ±3.2% |
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-12 | Worcester, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Marlborough, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Northborough, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Westborough, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Fitchburg, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Auburn, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Auburn, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ayer, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Shirley, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Worcester, 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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Anna Maria College
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College | 4.2 mi away | 50 Sunset Lane, Paxton, MA, 01612-1198 |
5088493300
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GALE FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 23 HIGHLAND ST., HOLDEN, MA, 01520 |
(508) 210-5560
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Quinsigamond Community College
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College | 5.8 mi away | 670 West Boylston Street, Worcester, MA, 01606-2092 |
5088532300
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BEAMAN MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 8 NEWTON ST., WEST BOYLSTON, MA, 01583 |
(508) 835-3711
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Assumption University
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College | 6.1 mi away | 500 Salisbury St, Worcester, MA, 01609-1296 |
5087677000
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RUTLAND FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 280 MAIN STREET, RUTLAND, MA, 01543 |
(508) 886-4108
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COLLECTIV Academy-Worcester
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College Vocational | 7.1 mi away | 6 Park Avenue, Worcester, MA, 01605-2213 |
5087566060
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PRINCETON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 2 TOWN HALL DRIVE, PRINCETON, MA, 01541 |
(978) 464-2115
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Worcester State University
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College | 7.8 mi away | 486 Chandler St, Worcester, MA, 01602-2597 |
5089298000
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RICHARDS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 44 RICHARDS AVE., PAXTON, MA, 01612 |
(508) 754-0793
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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 WORCESTER RGNL AP, MA US, located 7.4 miles from ZCTA5 01522. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.3° | 17.1° | 24.7° | 3.52" | 18.2" |
| February | 35.1° | 18.9° | 27.0° | 3.26" | 21.2" |
| March | 43.0° | 26.0° | 34.5° | 4.19" | 13.7" |
| April | 55.7° | 36.5° | 46.1° | 4.08" | 1.9" |
| May | 66.6° | 46.8° | 56.7° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| June | 74.5° | 55.9° | 65.2° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| July | 79.8° | 61.7° | 70.8° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.1° | 60.5° | 69.3° | 4.14" | 0.0" |
| September | 70.7° | 53.2° | 61.9° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.9° | 42.2° | 50.6° | 4.84" | 1.1" |
| November | 47.9° | 32.5° | 40.2° | 4.00" | 1.9" |
| December | 37.5° | 23.4° | 30.5° | 4.28" | 14.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rutland CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| Worcester city | City | 8.1 mi | — |
| South Lancaster CDP | CDP | 9.5 mi | — |
| Clinton CDP | CDP | 9.7 mi | — |
| Leominster city | City | 11.0 mi | — |
| Spencer CDP | CDP | 11.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 01522. • 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.