ZIP Code 02557, Massachusetts
ZIP Code 02557 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 02557 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Dukes County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,250. The land area covers 3.24 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,250 | ±589 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 62.9 yrs | ±14.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 769 | ±353 | 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 | 2,834 | ±520 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 769 | ±353 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,065 | ±399 |
| Median Home Value | $1,287,200 | ±$1,114,720 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $82,259 | ±$50,583 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.8% | ±2.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 58 | ±4 |
| Unemployment Rate | 22.9% | ±23.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 330 | ±315 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.3% | ±21.7% |
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-03 | Hyannis, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Hyannis, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-07 | Hyannis, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Marston Mills, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Mattapoisett, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Centerville, MA | |
| 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 | PK | Hyannis, 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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Massachusetts Maritime Academy
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College | 20.5 mi away | 101 Academy Dr, Buzzards Bay, MA, 02532-1803 |
5088305000
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OAK BLUFFS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.7 mi away | 56R SCHOOL STREET, OAK BLUFFS, MA, 02557 |
(508) 693-9433
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Cape Cod Community College
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College | 20.6 mi away | 2240 Iyannough Rd, West Barnstable, MA, 02668-1599 |
5083622131
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VINEYARD HAVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 200 MAIN STREET, VINEYARD HAVEN, MA, 02568 |
(508) 696-4210
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Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School
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College Vocational | 20.7 mi away | 220 Sandwich Road, Bourne, MA, 02532 |
5087597711285
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EDGARTOWN FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 26 WEST TISBURY ROAD, EDGARTOWN, MA, 02539 |
(508) 627-4221
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Rob Roy Academy-New Bedford
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College Vocational | 24.4 mi away | 1872 Acushnet Ave, New Bedford, MA, 02746-2114 |
5089958711
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WEST TISBURY FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 1042 STATE RD., WEST TISBURY, MA, 02575 |
(508) 693-3366
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WOODS HOLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 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 | 7.8 mi away | 300 MAIN ST., FALMOUTH, MA, 02540 |
(508) 457-2555
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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 4.6 miles from ZCTA5 02557. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Bluffs CDP | CDP | 0.5 mi | — |
| Vineyard Haven CDP | CDP | 2.5 mi | — |
| Edgartown CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Falmouth CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
| Teaticket CDP | CDP | 7.8 mi | — |
| Woods Hole CDP | CDP | 7.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 02557. • 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.