ZIP Code 01603, Massachusetts
ZIP Code 01603 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 01603 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Worcester County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 20,868. The land area covers 4.53 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,868 | ±1,429 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.1 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,010 | ±538 | 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 | 8,441 | ±536 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,010 | ±538 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 431 | ±151 |
| Median Home Value | $331,300 | ±$14,794 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,372 | ±$105 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,049 | ±$7,456 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,873 | ±$2,386 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.8% | ±4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,609 | ±852 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.1% | ±2.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 10,820 | ±866 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.5% | ±2.8% |
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 | KG-02 | Oxford, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Northborough, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Westborough, MA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Marlborough, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Auburn, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Auburn, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Webster, MA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Charlton, 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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Clark University
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College | 1.1 mi away | 950 Main St, Worcester, MA, 01610-1477 |
5087937711
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GODDARD BRANCH
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 14 RICHARDS STREET, WORCESTER, MA, 01603 | — |
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Worcester State University
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College | 1.6 mi away | 486 Chandler St, Worcester, MA, 01602-2597 |
5089298000
|
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TATNUCK BRANCH
|
Library | 2.4 mi away | 1083 PLEASANT STREET, WORCESTER, MA, 01602 | — |
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College of the Holy Cross
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College | 1.9 mi away | One College Street, Worcester, MA, 01610-2395 |
5087932011
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LIBRARY EXPRESS - LIBBY
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 3 SALEM SQUARE, WORCESTER, MA, 01608 | — |
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Rob Roy Academy-Worcester
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College Vocational | 2.3 mi away | 150 Pleasant St, Worcester, MA, 01609 |
5087992111
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LIBRARY EXPRESS - LILLY
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 3 SALEM SQUARE, WORCESTER, MA, 01608 | — |
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Worcester Polytechnic Institute
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College | 2.8 mi away | 100 Institute Road, Worcester, MA, 01609-2280 |
5088315000
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WORCESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 3 SALEM SQUARE, WORCESTER, MA, 01608 |
(508) 799-1655
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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 2.4 miles from ZCTA5 01603. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worcester city | City | 2.5 mi | — |
| Spencer CDP | CDP | 7.7 mi | — |
| Oxford CDP | CDP | 8.9 mi | — |
| Rutland CDP | CDP | 10.6 mi | — |
| East Brookfield CDP | CDP | 10.8 mi | — |
| Northborough CDP | CDP | 11.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 01603. • 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.