ZIP Code 02356, Massachusetts
ZIP Code 02356 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 02356 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bristol County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,475. The land area covers 13.61 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,475 | ±829 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.6 yrs | ±2.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,715 | ±331 | 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 | 4,746 | ±328 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,715 | ±331 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 31 | ±35 |
| Median Home Value | $650,300 | ±$30,194 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,638 | ±$197 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $127,224 | ±$8,787 |
| Per Capita Income | $68,002 | ±$6,196 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.1% | ±3.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 857 | ±443 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,162 | ±549 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.8% | ±3.4% |
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: 588,593 (2024)
ID: 128097
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: BRISTOL COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
9 COURT ST, TAUNTON MA 02780-3223
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Attleboro, 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 | Weymouth, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-12 | Hyde Park, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | North Attleborough, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Plainville, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Franklin, MA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | 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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Stonehill College
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College | 2.0 mi away | 320 Washington Street, Easton, MA, 02357-6110 |
5085651000
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AMES FREE LIBRARY OF EASTON, INC.
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 53 MAIN ST., NORTH EASTON, MA, 02356 |
(508) 238-2000
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Southeastern Technical Institute
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College Vocational | 4.0 mi away | 250 Foundry St, South Easton, MA, 02375 |
5082301297
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WEST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 540 FOREST AVENUE, BROCKTON, MA, 02301 |
(508) 580-7894
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Massasoit Community College
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College | 6.7 mi away | One Massasoit Boulevard, Brockton, MA, 02302-3996 |
5085889100
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STOUGHTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 84 PARK STREET, STOUGHTON, MA, 02072 |
(781) 344-2711
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Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital School of Nursing
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College | 6.8 mi away | 53 Adams Street, Brockton, MA, 02302-1905 |
5089417040
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MANSFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 255 HOPE STREET, MANSFIELD, MA, 02048 |
(508) 261-7380
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Wheaton College (Massachusetts)
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College | 7.3 mi away | 26 E Main St, Norton, MA, 02766-2322 |
5082868200
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BROCKTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 304 MAIN STREET, BROCKTON, MA, 02301 |
(508) 894-1400
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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 NORTON W, MA US, located 5.3 miles from ZCTA5 02356. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.5° | 18.3° | 27.4° | 4.41" | 14.3" |
| February | 38.9° | 19.4° | 29.1° | 3.79" | 12.6" |
| March | 46.2° | 26.5° | 36.4° | 5.35" | 10.1" |
| April | 58.0° | 35.4° | 46.7° | 4.72" | 1.9" |
| May | 68.6° | 45.8° | 57.2° | 3.62" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.1° | 55.3° | 66.2° | 4.33" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.5° | 61.6° | 72.1° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.9° | 60.0° | 70.5° | 3.81" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.2° | 52.0° | 62.6° | 4.11" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.2° | 41.0° | 51.1° | 5.06" | 0.2" |
| November | 51.1° | 32.0° | 41.5° | 4.46" | 1.2" |
| December | 41.5° | 24.3° | 32.9° | 5.20" | 9.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brockton city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Sharon CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| Mansfield Center CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Foxborough CDP | CDP | 6.6 mi | — |
| Norton Center CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| Walpole CDP | CDP | 8.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 02356. • 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.