ZIP Code 02535, Massachusetts
ZIP Code 02535 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 02535 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Dukes County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,244. The land area covers 24.37 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,244 | ±477 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 52.3 yrs | ±5.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 818 | ±198 | 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 | 2,131 | ±256 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 818 | ±198 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,313 | ±157 |
| Median Home Value | $1,888,000 | ±$174,525 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,738 | ±$891 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $153,966 | ±$18,462 |
| Per Capita Income | $92,785 | ±$13,407 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.5% | ±3.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 100 | ±88 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.3% | ±5.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,035 | ±291 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 99.1% | ±33.9% |
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: 21,061 (2024)
ID: 212030
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 190, EDGARTOWN MA 02539-0190
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Chilmark, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-07 | Cuttyhunk, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Edgartown, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | West Tisbury, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Oak Bluffs, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Falmouth, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Oak Bluffs, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Vineyard Haven, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | West Tisbury, MA | |
| 8 Nearby | 2-13 | VINEYARD HAVEN, 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-Dartmouth
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College | 23.7 mi away | 285 Old Westport Rd, North Dartmouth, MA, 02747-2300 |
5089998000
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CHILMARK FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 522 SOUTH RD., CHILMARK, MA, 02535 |
(508) 645-3360
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Rob Roy Academy-New Bedford
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College Vocational | 24.6 mi away | 1872 Acushnet Ave, New Bedford, MA, 02746-2114 |
5089958711
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AQUINNAH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 1 CHURCH ST., AQUINNAH, MA, 02535 |
(508) 645-2314
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WEST TISBURY FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 1042 STATE RD., WEST TISBURY, MA, 02575 |
(508) 693-3366
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CUTTYHUNK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.4 mi away | 19 TOWER HILL ROAD, CUTTYHUNK, MA, 02713 |
(508) 990-7408
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VINEYARD HAVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 200 MAIN STREET, VINEYARD HAVEN, MA, 02568 |
(508) 696-4210
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OAK BLUFFS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 56R SCHOOL STREET, OAK BLUFFS, MA, 02557 |
(508) 693-9433
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EDGARTOWN FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 26 WEST TISBURY ROAD, EDGARTOWN, MA, 02539 |
(508) 627-4221
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WOODS HOLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 581 WOODS HOLE RD., WOODS HOLE, MA, 02543 |
(508) 548-8961
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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 VINEYARD HAVEN AP, MA US, located 8.5 miles from ZCTA5 02535. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.3° | 23.4° | 31.4° | 3.31" | — |
| February | 40.4° | 23.3° | 31.9° | 2.63" | — |
| March | 45.5° | 28.7° | 37.1° | 3.95" | — |
| April | 55.2° | 36.3° | 45.7° | 3.67" | — |
| May | 65.0° | 45.8° | 55.4° | 3.26" | — |
| June | 72.8° | 54.6° | 63.7° | 3.17" | — |
| July | 79.1° | 61.2° | 70.2° | 2.80" | — |
| August | 78.8° | 59.8° | 69.3° | 3.40" | — |
| September | 72.8° | 52.1° | 62.5° | 3.79" | — |
| October | 63.2° | 43.4° | 53.3° | 4.37" | — |
| November | 53.7° | 36.0° | 44.9° | 3.96" | — |
| December | 45.2° | 28.7° | 37.0° | 3.83" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vineyard Haven CDP | CDP | 11.5 mi | — |
| Oak Bluffs CDP | CDP | 13.0 mi | — |
| Edgartown CDP | CDP | 13.1 mi | — |
| Woods Hole CDP | CDP | 14.1 mi | — |
| Falmouth CDP | CDP | 16.7 mi | — |
| Teaticket CDP | CDP | 17.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 02535. • 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.