ZIP Code 02081, Massachusetts
ZIP Code 02081 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 02081 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 19,343. The land area covers 17.73 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,343 | ±944 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.9 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,208 | ±369 | 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 | 7,486 | ±389 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,208 | ±369 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 278 | ±189 |
| Median Home Value | $687,500 | ±$22,872 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,110 | ±$253 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $156,250 | ±$12,590 |
| Per Capita Income | $74,874 | ±$5,698 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.3% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 810 | ±320 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.5% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 10,385 | ±729 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94% | ±1.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 740,754 (2024)
ID: 128100
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
614 HIGH ST, DEDHAM MA 02026-1897
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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 | 04-05 | Blackstone, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Attleboro, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-12 | Hyde Park, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Dorchester, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-03 | Southborough, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Cambridge, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | North Attleborough, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Plainville, 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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FINE Mortuary College
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College | 4.1 mi away | 150 Kerry Place, Norwood, MA, 02062 |
781762121122
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WALPOLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.5 mi away | 143 SCHOOL ST., WALPOLE, MA, 02081 |
(508) 660-7340
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Blue Hills Regional Technical School
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College Vocational | 8.2 mi away | 800 Randolph St, Canton, MA, 02021 |
78182858002271
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MEDFIELD MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 468 MAIN STREET, MEDFIELD, MA, 02052 |
(508) 359-4544
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Dean College
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College | 8.3 mi away | 99 Main Street, Franklin, MA, 02038-1941 |
5085411900
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NORFOLK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 2 LIBERTY LANE, NORFOLK, MA, 02056 |
(508) 528-3380
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Tri County Regional Vocational Technical High School
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College Vocational | 9.1 mi away | 147 Pond St, Franklin, MA, 02038 |
5085285400117
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MORRILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 33 WALPOLE ST., NORWOOD, MA, 02062 |
(781) 769-0200
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Curry College
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College | 9.6 mi away | 1071 Blue Hill Ave, Milton, MA, 02186-2395 |
6173330500
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SHARON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 11 NORTH MAIN ST., SHARON, MA, 02067 |
(781) 784-1578
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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 WALPOLE 2, MA US, located 1.1 miles from ZCTA5 02081. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.8° | 19.7° | 28.2° | 3.94" | 15.1" |
| February | 39.6° | 21.1° | 30.4° | 3.36" | 14.1" |
| March | 47.4° | 27.9° | 37.7° | 4.77" | 11.6" |
| April | 59.4° | 37.6° | 48.5° | 4.43" | 2.5" |
| May | 69.9° | 47.7° | 58.8° | 3.59" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.9° | 57.2° | 67.6° | 4.25" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.4° | 63.3° | 73.4° | 3.58" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.7° | 61.8° | 71.8° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.1° | 54.4° | 64.3° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.5° | 42.8° | 52.6° | 4.97" | 0.3" |
| November | 51.4° | 33.6° | 42.5° | 4.08" | 1.7" |
| December | 41.6° | 25.4° | 33.5° | 4.96" | 10.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walpole CDP | CDP | 1.3 mi | — |
| Medfield CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Norwood CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Sharon CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Millis-Clicquot CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Foxborough CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 02081. • 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.