ZIP Code 01843, Massachusetts
ZIP Code 01843 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 01843 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Essex County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 27,445. The land area covers 3.37 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,445 | ±1,572 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34 yrs | ±2.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 10,507 | ±509 | 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 | 10,740 | ±508 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 10,507 | ±509 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 233 | ±150 |
| Median Home Value | $429,100 | ±$28,548 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,746 | ±$94 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $67,585 | ±$7,263 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,352 | ±$3,315 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.8% | ±4.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,049 | ±1,344 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.7% | ±2.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 15,010 | ±916 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.5% | ±3.6% |
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 | 03-05 | Westford, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Lynn, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Lowell, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-08 | Lawrence, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Reading, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Hudson, NH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Amesbury, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Amesbury, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Amesbury, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Andover, 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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Spa Tech Institute-North Andover
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College Vocational | 1.9 mi away | 202 Sutton Street Suite 460, North Andover, MA, 01845-1613 |
9786205250
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LAWRENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 51 LAWRENCE ST., LAWRENCE, MA, 01841 |
(978) 620-3600
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Massachusetts School of Law
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College | 2.1 mi away | 500 Federal St Woodland Park, Andover, MA, 01810 |
9786810800
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STEVENS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 345 MAIN STREET, NORTH ANDOVER, MA, 01845 |
(978) 688-9505
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Merrimack College
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College | 2.4 mi away | 315 Turnpike St, North Andover, MA, 01845 |
9788375000
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MEMORIAL HALL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 2 NORTH MAIN STREET, ANDOVER, MA, 01810 |
(978) 623-8400
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New England Tractor Trailer Training School of Massachusetts
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College Vocational | 3.6 mi away | 1600 Osgood Street, North Andover, MA, 01845-1048 |
9789652969
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NEVINS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 305 BROADWAY, METHUEN, MA, 01844 |
(978) 686-4080
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Northpoint Bible College
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College | 6.6 mi away | 320 South Main Street, Haverhill, MA, 01835 |
9784783400
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TEWKSBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 300 CHANDLER STREET, TEWKSBURY, MA, 01876 |
(978) 640-4490
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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 LAWRENCE, MA US, located 0.7 miles from ZCTA5 01843. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.1° | 19.6° | 27.3° | 4.17" | — |
| February | 37.3° | 21.4° | 29.4° | 3.77" | — |
| March | 44.9° | 29.7° | 37.3° | 4.68" | — |
| April | 57.2° | 40.0° | 48.6° | 4.15" | — |
| May | 68.0° | 49.8° | 58.9° | 3.81" | — |
| June | 77.3° | 59.2° | 68.2° | 4.11" | — |
| July | 82.9° | 64.8° | 73.8° | 3.66" | — |
| August | 81.4° | 63.8° | 72.6° | 3.72" | — |
| September | 74.2° | 56.3° | 65.3° | 3.90" | — |
| October | 61.8° | 44.4° | 53.1° | 4.69" | — |
| November | 50.8° | 34.8° | 42.8° | 3.85" | — |
| December | 40.6° | 26.2° | 33.4° | 4.74" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence city | City | 0.7 mi | — |
| Andover CDP | CDP | 2.5 mi | — |
| Methuen city | City | 3.8 mi | — |
| Haverhill city | City | 7.4 mi | — |
| Wilmington CDP | CDP | 8.7 mi | — |
| Lowell city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 01843. • 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.