ZIP Code 02142, Massachusetts
ZIP Code 02142 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 02142 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,737. The land area covers 0.31 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,737 | ±588 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 30.9 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,153 | ±220 | 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 | 2,535 | ±227 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,153 | ±220 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 382 | ±174 |
| Median Home Value | $1,954,500 | ±$380,033 |
| Median Gross Rent | $3,500+ | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $147,723 | ±$28,172 |
| Per Capita Income | $99,370 | ±$17,104 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.5% | ±2.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 295 | ±104 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.2% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,128 | ±364 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 99.6% | ±14.4% |
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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Fisher College
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College | 0.6 mi away | 118 Beacon Street, Boston, MA, 02116 |
6172368800
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WILLIAM CARDINAL O`CONNELL BRANCH
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 48 SIXTH STREET, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02141 |
(617) 349-4019
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology
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College | 0.7 mi away | 77 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02139-4301 |
6172531000
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WEST END BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 151 CAMBRIDGE STREET, BOSTON, MA, 02114 |
(617) 523-3957
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Hult International Business School
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College | 0.7 mi away | 1 Education Street, Cambridge, MA, 02141 |
6176191743
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SALVATORE VALENTE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 826 CAMBRIDGE STREET, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02142 |
(617) 349-4015
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New England College of Optometry
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College | 0.8 mi away | 424 Beacon St, Boston, MA, 02115 |
6172662030
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BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 700 BOYLSTON STREET, BOSTON, MA, 02116 |
(617) 536-5400
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Sattler College
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College | 1.0 mi away | 100 Cambridge Street, Suite 1701, Boston, MA, 02114 |
6175052850
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CENTRAL SQUARE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 45 PEARL STREET, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02139 |
(617) 349-4010
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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 3.6 miles from ZCTA5 02142. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge city | City | 2.1 mi | — |
| Somerville city | City | 2.2 mi | — |
| Everett city | City | 3.3 mi | — |
| Chelsea city | City | 3.5 mi | — |
| Boston city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| Brookline CDP | CDP | 4.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 02142. • 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.