ZIP Code 02140, Massachusetts
ZIP Code 02140 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 02140 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 21,204. The land area covers 1.16 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,204 | ±1,447 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.9 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,944 | ±568 | 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 | 11,066 | ±559 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,944 | ±568 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,122 | ±268 |
| Median Home Value | $1,149,800 | ±$63,335 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,615 | ±$123 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $135,286 | ±$10,977 |
| Per Capita Income | $86,528 | ±$5,517 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.1% | ±2.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,345 | ±633 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.6% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 13,480 | ±981 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.3% | ±2.2% |
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 | KG-05 | Weymouth, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-12 | Hyde Park, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | East Boston, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Everett, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Dorchester, 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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Longy School of Music of Bard College
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College | 1.1 mi away | 27 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138 |
6178760956
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MILDRED A. O`NEILL BRANCH
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Library | 0.3 mi away | 70 RINDGE AVENUE, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02140 |
(617) 349-4023
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Lesley University
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College | 1.2 mi away | 29 Everett St, Cambridge, MA, 02138-2790 |
6178689600
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ALMA BOUDREAU BRANCH
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 245 CONCORD AVENUE, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02138 |
(617) 349-4017
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Tufts University
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College | 1.4 mi away | Medford, MA, 02155-5555 |
6176285000
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WEST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 40 COLLEGE AVENUE, SOMERVILLE, MA, 02144 |
(617) 623-5000
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Harvard University
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College | 1.5 mi away | Massachusetts Hall, Cambridge, MA, 02138 |
6174951000
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EDITH M. FOX LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 175 MASSACHUSETTS AVENUE, ARLINGTON, MA, 02474 |
(781) 316-3198
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Lawrence Memorial Hospital School of Nursing
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College | 2.6 mi away | 170 Governors Ave, Medford, MA, 02155 |
7813066600
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DANIEL P. COLLINS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 64 ABERDEEN AVENUE, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02138 |
(617) 349-4021
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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 JAMAICA PLAIN, MA US, located 6.2 miles from ZCTA5 02140. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.0° | 19.4° | 28.2° | 3.87" | — |
| February | 39.6° | 21.0° | 30.3° | 3.59" | — |
| March | 46.6° | 28.4° | 37.5° | 4.49" | — |
| April | 58.8° | 38.1° | 48.5° | 4.32" | — |
| May | 69.4° | 48.2° | 58.8° | 3.64" | — |
| June | 78.8° | 57.9° | 68.4° | 4.18" | — |
| July | 84.7° | 64.0° | 74.4° | 3.49" | — |
| August | 83.1° | 62.5° | 72.8° | 3.72" | — |
| September | 75.5° | 54.9° | 65.2° | 3.96" | — |
| October | 63.7° | 43.0° | 53.3° | 5.03" | — |
| November | 52.6° | 34.2° | 43.4° | 3.99" | — |
| December | 42.4° | 25.7° | 34.0° | 5.08" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge city | City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Somerville city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Arlington CDP | CDP | 2.4 mi | — |
| Belmont CDP | CDP | 2.4 mi | — |
| Medford city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Watertown city | City | 2.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 02140. • 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.