ZIP Code 02127, Massachusetts
ZIP Code 02127 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 02127 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Suffolk County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 36,769. The land area covers 2.06 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36,769 | ±1,669 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 32.3 yrs | ±0.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 18,066 | ±781 | 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 | 19,534 | ±758 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 18,066 | ±781 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,468 | ±395 |
| Median Home Value | $863,700 | ±$27,668 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,736 | ±$240 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $164,387 | ±$15,055 |
| Per Capita Income | $99,163 | ±$5,978 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.1% | ±1.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,049 | ±701 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 26,394 | ±1,326 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.6% | ±2.1% |
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 | PK | Abington, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Abington, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Abington, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Lynn, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Revere, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Weymouth, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-12 | Hyde Park, 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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University of Massachusetts-Boston
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College | 1.6 mi away | 100 Morrissey Boulevard, Boston, MA, 02125-3393 |
6172875000
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SOUTH BOSTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.0 mi away | 646 EAST BROADWAY, SOUTH BOSTON, MA, 02127 |
(617) 268-0180
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Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology
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College | 1.8 mi away | 41 Berkeley St, Boston, MA, 02116 |
6174234630
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CHINATOWN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 2 BOYLSTON STREET, BOSTON, MA, 02116 |
(617) 807-8176
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New England Law-Boston
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College | 1.8 mi away | 154 Stuart Street, Boston, MA, 02116 |
6174510010
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UPHAMS CORNER BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 500 COLUMBIA ROAD, DORCHESTER, MA, 02125 |
(617) 265-0139
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Urban College of Boston
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College | 1.8 mi away | 2 Boylston Street, 2nd Floor, Boston, MA, 02116 |
6174497070
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NORTH END BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 25 PARMENTER STREET, BOSTON, MA, 02113 |
(617) 227-8135
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Emerson College
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College | 1.8 mi away | 120 Boylston Street, Boston, MA, 02116-4624 |
6178248500
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WEST END BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 151 CAMBRIDGE STREET, BOSTON, MA, 02114 |
(617) 523-3957
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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 BOSTON LOGAN INTL AP, MA US, located 2.2 miles from ZCTA5 02127. 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° | 23.1° | 29.9° | 3.39" | 14.3" |
| February | 39.0° | 24.6° | 31.8° | 3.21" | 14.4" |
| March | 45.5° | 31.1° | 38.3° | 4.17" | 9.0" |
| April | 56.4° | 40.8° | 48.6° | 3.63" | 1.6" |
| May | 66.5° | 50.3° | 58.4° | 3.25" | 0.0" |
| June | 76.2° | 59.7° | 68.0° | 3.89" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.1° | 66.0° | 74.1° | 3.27" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.4° | 65.1° | 72.7° | 3.23" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.1° | 58.2° | 65.6° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.1° | 47.5° | 54.8° | 4.03" | 0.2" |
| November | 51.6° | 37.9° | 44.7° | 3.66" | 0.7" |
| December | 42.2° | 29.2° | 35.7° | 4.30" | 9.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
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Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston city | City | 1.3 mi | — |
| Chelsea city | City | 4.3 mi | — |
| Cambridge city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Everett city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Somerville city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Winthrop Town city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 02127. • 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.