ZIP Code 02601, Massachusetts
ZIP Code 02601 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 02601 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Barnstable County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 16,071. The land area covers 8.77 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,071 | ±1,304 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs | ±4.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,562 | ±481 | 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 | 9,144 | ±534 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,562 | ±481 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,582 | ±335 |
| Median Home Value | $440,100 | ±$31,443 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,767 | ±$107 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $61,143 | ±$5,561 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,343 | ±$3,836 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.6% | ±4.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,340 | ±725 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.8% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,715 | ±895 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.8% | ±1.2% |
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: 232,570 (2024)
ID: 166435
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 427, BARNSTABLE MA 02630-0427
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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-02 | Bournedale, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | East Harwich, MA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Harwich, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Centerville, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | South Yarmouth, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-07 | South Yarmouth, 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 | 3.1 mi away | 2240 Iyannough Rd, West Barnstable, MA, 02668-1599 |
5083622131
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HYANNIS PUBLIC LIBRARY ASSOC.
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 401 MAIN ST., HYANNIS, MA, 02601 |
(508) 775-2280
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Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School
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College Vocational | 15.8 mi away | 220 Sandwich Road, Bourne, MA, 02532 |
5087597711285
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WEST YARMOUTH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 391 MAIN STREET, WEST YARMOUTH, MA, 02673 |
(508) 775-5206
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Massachusetts Maritime Academy
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College | 17.9 mi away | 101 Academy Dr, Buzzards Bay, MA, 02532-1803 |
5088305000
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CENTERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 585 MAIN ST., CENTERVILLE, MA, 02632 |
(508) 790-6220
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STURGIS LIBRARY
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 3090 MAIN ST., BARNSTABLE, MA, 02630 |
(508) 362-6636
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WHELDEN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 2401 MEETINGHOUSE WAY, WEST BARNSTABLE, MA, 02668 |
(508) 362-2262
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OSTERVILLE VILLAGE LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 43 WIANNO AVENUE, OSTERVILLE, MA, 02655 |
(508) 428-5757
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YARMOUTH TOWN LIBRARIES
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 312 OLD MAIN STREET, SOUTH YARMOUTH, MA, 02664 |
(508) 760-4820
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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 HYANNIS, MA US, located 0.6 miles from ZCTA5 02601. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.8° | 22.3° | 30.5° | 3.71" | 9.5" |
| February | 39.7° | 23.5° | 31.6° | 3.56" | 6.3" |
| March | 44.2° | 29.6° | 36.9° | 4.77" | 3.6" |
| April | 53.5° | 38.3° | 45.9° | 4.00" | 0.0" |
| May | 62.7° | 47.6° | 55.1° | 3.42" | 0.0" |
| June | 71.5° | 57.0° | 64.3° | 3.33" | 0.0" |
| July | 78.1° | 64.2° | 71.1° | 2.77" | 0.0" |
| August | 77.0° | 63.2° | 70.1° | 3.24" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.1° | 56.5° | 63.8° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.2° | 45.9° | 53.6° | 4.29" | 0.0" |
| November | 52.1° | 36.9° | 44.5° | 4.07" | 0.0" |
| December | 43.8° | 28.6° | 36.2° | 4.68" | 2.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Yarmouth CDP | CDP | 2.3 mi | — |
| Barnstable Town city | City | 3.3 mi | — |
| South Yarmouth CDP | CDP | 5.0 mi | — |
| Yarmouth Port CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| West Dennis CDP | CDP | 6.6 mi | — |
| Dennis CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 02601. • 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.