ZIP Code 01960, Massachusetts
ZIP Code 01960 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 01960 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Essex County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 54,474. The land area covers 16.02 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 54,474 | ±100 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.2 yrs | ±2.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 22,242 | ±601 | 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 | 22,863 | ±585 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 22,242 | ±601 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 621 | ±276 |
| Median Home Value | $596,700 | ±$12,549 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,950 | ±$99 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $96,501 | ±$3,726 |
| Per Capita Income | $50,850 | ±$2,773 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% | ±1.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,132 | ±748 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 28,049 | ±993 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.3% | ±1.6% |
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 | KG-05 | Lynn, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Waban, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Revere, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Lynn, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Revere, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | East Boston, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Everett, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Somerville, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-08 | Lawrence, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Reading, 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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North Shore Community College
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College | 3.8 mi away | 1 Ferncroft Rd, Danvers, MA, 01923-0840 |
97876240004350
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WEST BRANCH
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 603 LOWELL ST., PEABODY, MA, 01960 |
(978) 535-3354
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Salem State University
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College | 4.5 mi away | 352 Lafayette St, Salem, MA, 01970 |
9785426000
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SOUTH BRANCH
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 78 LYNN STREET, PEABODY, MA, 01960 |
(978) 531-3380
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Montserrat College of Art
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College | 4.9 mi away | 23 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915-4508 |
9789214242
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PEABODY INSTITUTE LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 15 SYLVAN ST., DANVERS, MA, 01923 |
(978) 774-0554
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Endicott College
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College | 6.7 mi away | 376 Hale Street, Beverly, MA, 01915 |
9789270585
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PEABODY INSTITUTE LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 82 MAIN ST., PEABODY, MA, 01960 |
(978) 531-0100
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Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
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College | 8.3 mi away | 130 Essex St, South Hamilton, MA, 01982 |
9784687111
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SALEM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 370 ESSEX ST., SALEM, MA, 01970 |
(978) 744-0860
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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 BEVERLY MUNI AP, MA US, located 4.3 miles from ZCTA5 01960. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.2° | 19.7° | 28.0° | 3.15" | — |
| February | 38.5° | 21.0° | 29.8° | 2.93" | — |
| March | 45.2° | 28.0° | 36.6° | 4.17" | — |
| April | 56.5° | 37.1° | 46.8° | 4.27" | — |
| May | 66.5° | 46.8° | 56.6° | 3.42" | — |
| June | 75.8° | 56.1° | 66.0° | 3.83" | — |
| July | 81.8° | 62.2° | 72.0° | 3.45" | — |
| August | 80.7° | 60.6° | 70.7° | 3.27" | — |
| September | 73.4° | 53.2° | 63.3° | 3.62" | — |
| October | 62.0° | 42.4° | 52.2° | 4.54" | — |
| November | 51.4° | 33.9° | 42.6° | 4.01" | — |
| December | 41.5° | 25.7° | 33.6° | 4.23" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peabody city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Danvers CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Lynnfield CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Lynn city | City | 4.2 mi | — |
| Salem city | City | 4.3 mi | — |
| Saugus CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 01960. • 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.