NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 02126

MA · Population: 24,994

C+
52/100
92
A+
Safety
48
C
Affordability
41
C
Quality of Life
27
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 02126

Zip code 02126 is located in Massachusetts and is home to approximately 24,994 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 52/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area has significantly lower crime rates than most of the country, making it one of the safer places to live.

The median household income here is $66,689, with home values near $475,200 and rents around $1,566/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 23.6% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 12% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$66,689
Home Value
$475,200
Rent
$1,566/mo
Median Age
36
College Educated
23.6%
Unemployment
12%
Owner-Occupied
43%
Rent Burden
28.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety92A+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability48CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life41CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy27FLower unemployment = higher
Overall52C+Weighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).