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Cities in ZIP code 02124

The cities below are at least partially located in ZIP code 02124. In addition to the primary city for a ZIP code, USPS also publishes a list of other acceptable cities that can be used with ZIP code 02124. However, if you are mailing something to ZIP code 02124, you should not use any of the cities listed as unacceptable. Choose from the primary or acceptable cities when mailing your package or letter.

Primary city:

Dorchester Center, MA

Acceptable:

Boston, Dorchester, Dorchestr Ctr

Stats and Demographics for the 02124 ZIP Code

ZIP code 02124 is located in east Massachusetts and covers a slightly less than average land area compared to other ZIP codes in the United States. It also has an extremely large population density.

The people living in ZIP code 02124 are primarily black or African American. The number of people in their late 20s to early 40s is extremely large while the number of young adults is large. There are also an extremely large number of single parents and an extremely small number of families. The percentage of children under 18 living in the 02124 ZIP code is slightly higher than average compared to other areas of the country.

Real Estate and Housing

ZIP code 02124 has a small percentage of vacancies. The Census also indicates that there are one or more correctional facilities, nursing homes and universities nearby.

The majority of household are rented. Homes in ZIP code 02124 were primarily built in 1939 or earlier. Looking at 02124 real estate data, the median home value of $306,500 is high compared to the rest of the country. It is also slightly less than average compared to nearby ZIP codes. 02124 could be an area to look for cheap housing compared to surrounding areas. Rentals in 02124 are most commonly 3+ bedrooms. The rent for 3+ bedrooms is normally $1,000+/month including utilities. Prices for rental property include ZIP code 02124 apartments, townhouses, and homes that are primary residences.

Employment, Income, Earnings, and Work

The median household income of $48,841 is compared to the rest of the country. It is also compared to nearby ZIP codes. While money isn't everything, ZIP code 02124 may not be as nice as other parts of town.

As with most parts of the country, vehicles are the most common form of transportation to places of employment. ZIP code 02124 uses public transportation to get to work more than almost anywhere in the country. In most parts of the country, the majority of commuters get to work in under half an hour. In 02124 though, the percentage of people that make it to work in under half an hour is among the lowest. It is much more common for employees to have to travel over 45 minutes to their place of employment than most parts of country which could indicate bad traffic or that people typically live far from where they work.

Schools and Education

The percentage of people that did not graduate high school is among the highest in the nation. The population is likely to value education because they are very well educated themselves. A much higher percentation of the population has received a college degree.

Schools in ZIP Code 02124

ZIP Code 02124 is in the Boston School District. There are 14 different elementary schools and high schools with mailing addresses in ZIP code 02124.