ZIP Code 02539, Massachusetts
ZIP Code 02539 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 02539 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Dukes County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,278. The land area covers 26.81 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,278 | ±12 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 51.9 yrs | ±8.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,786 | ±322 | 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 | 5,047 | ±380 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,786 | ±322 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,261 | ±358 |
| Median Home Value | $1,199,300 | ±$262,041 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,796 | ±$470 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $125,236 | ±$32,696 |
| Per Capita Income | $100,312 | ±$54,663 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.7% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 247 | ±247 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% | ±3.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,922 | ±422 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 98% | ±4.4% |
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: 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 | PK-04 | East Falmouth, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Edgartown, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Falmouth, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Falmouth, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | West Tisbury, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Oak Bluffs, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | Falmouth, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Falmouth, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Oak Bluffs, 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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Cape Cod Community College
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College | 23.7 mi away | 2240 Iyannough Rd, West Barnstable, MA, 02668-1599 |
5083622131
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EDGARTOWN FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 26 WEST TISBURY ROAD, EDGARTOWN, MA, 02539 |
(508) 627-4221
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OAK BLUFFS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 56R SCHOOL STREET, OAK BLUFFS, MA, 02557 |
(508) 693-9433
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VINEYARD HAVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 200 MAIN STREET, VINEYARD HAVEN, MA, 02568 |
(508) 696-4210
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WEST TISBURY FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 1042 STATE RD., WEST TISBURY, MA, 02575 |
(508) 693-3366
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CHILMARK FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 522 SOUTH RD., CHILMARK, MA, 02535 |
(508) 645-3360
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WOODS HOLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 581 WOODS HOLE RD., WOODS HOLE, MA, 02543 |
(508) 548-8961
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FALMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 300 MAIN ST., FALMOUTH, MA, 02540 |
(508) 457-2555
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EAST FALMOUTH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 310 EAST FALMOUTH HIGHWAY, EAST FALMOUTH, MA, 02536 |
(508) 548-6340
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AQUINNAH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 1 CHURCH ST., AQUINNAH, MA, 02535 |
(508) 645-2314
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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 EDGARTOWN, MA US, located 0.6 miles from ZCTA5 02539. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.1° | 25.6° | 32.9° | 4.10" | 8.8" |
| February | 41.5° | 26.8° | 34.1° | 3.57" | 8.1" |
| March | 46.4° | 31.7° | 39.0° | 4.80" | 4.7" |
| April | 55.4° | 39.5° | 47.5° | 4.18" | 0.3" |
| May | 64.9° | 48.6° | 56.7° | 3.74" | 0.0" |
| June | 73.8° | 57.6° | 65.7° | 3.39" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.4° | 64.2° | 72.3° | 2.64" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.9° | 63.9° | 71.9° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.0° | 58.4° | 66.2° | 3.89" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.0° | 48.2° | 56.1° | 4.63" | 0.0" |
| November | 54.4° | 39.7° | 47.0° | 4.21" | 0.0" |
| December | 45.5° | 31.3° | 38.4° | 4.84" | 3.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edgartown CDP | CDP | 0.9 mi | — |
| Oak Bluffs CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Vineyard Haven CDP | CDP | 7.1 mi | — |
| Falmouth CDP | CDP | 12.8 mi | — |
| Woods Hole CDP | CDP | 12.8 mi | — |
| Teaticket CDP | CDP | 12.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 02539. • 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.