ZIP Code 01720, Massachusetts
ZIP Code 01720 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 01720 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 23,526. The land area covers 19.62 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23,526 | ±285 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.5 yrs | ±0.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,098 | ±341 | 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 | 9,264 | ±341 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,098 | ±341 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 166 | ±88 |
| Median Home Value | $814,300 | ±$20,709 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,982 | ±$154 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $159,010 | ±$15,432 |
| Per Capita Income | $81,175 | ±$4,984 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% | ±1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 820 | ±238 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 12,637 | ±533 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.1% | ±0.6% |
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 | 06-08 | Marlborough, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Waban, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Westford, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Lowell, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Acton, MA | |
| Special Education School Nearby | UG | Lunenburg, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Marlborough, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-03 | Southborough, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Concord, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Northborough, 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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National Aviation Academy of New England
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College | 3.0 mi away | 130 Baker Ave Extension, Concord, MA, 01742 |
7812748448
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ACTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 0.3 mi away | 486 MAIN ST., ACTON, MA, 01720 |
(978) 929-6655
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Middlesex Community College
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College | 8.8 mi away | 591 Springs Rd, Bedford, MA, 01730-9124 |
8008183434
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WEST ACTON CITIZEN'S LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 21 WINDSOR AVE., ACTON, MA, 01720 |
(978) 929-6654
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Assabet Valley Regional Technical School
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College Vocational | 10.4 mi away | 215 Fitchburg St, Marlborough, MA, 01752 |
5084859430
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LORING N. FOWLER LIBRARY
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 1322 MAIN STREET, CONCORD, MA, 01742 |
(978) 318-3350
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Regis College
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College | 11.3 mi away | 235 Wellesley St, Weston, MA, 02493-1571 |
7817687000
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SARGENT MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 427 MASS. AVE., BOXBOROUGH, MA, 01719 |
(978) 263-4680
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Pope St John XXIII National Seminary
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College | 11.9 mi away | 558 South Ave, Weston, MA, 02493-2699 |
7818995500
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MAYNARD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 77 NASON ST., MAYNARD, MA, 01754 |
(978) 897-1010
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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 MAYNARD 2, MA US, located 3.8 miles from ZCTA5 01720. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.4° | 14.6° | 26.0° | 3.58" | — |
| February | 40.6° | 15.9° | 28.2° | 3.30" | — |
| March | 48.5° | 23.8° | 36.2° | 4.59" | — |
| April | 61.6° | 33.8° | 47.7° | 4.36" | — |
| May | 73.0° | 45.3° | 59.2° | 3.67" | — |
| June | 81.1° | 54.6° | 67.9° | 4.16" | — |
| July | 86.9° | 60.2° | 73.5° | 4.04" | — |
| August | 84.9° | 58.0° | 71.5° | 4.43" | — |
| September | 77.5° | 49.4° | 63.5° | 3.89" | — |
| October | 65.5° | 38.0° | 51.7° | 5.07" | — |
| November | 53.6° | 28.7° | 41.2° | 3.76" | — |
| December | 42.8° | 20.6° | 31.7° | 4.85" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Concord CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Littleton Common CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| Maynard CDP | CDP | 4.1 mi | — |
| Hanscom AFB CDP | CDP | 8.3 mi | — |
| Hudson CDP | CDP | 9.0 mi | — |
| Ayer CDP | CDP | 9.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 01720. • 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.