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Cities in ZIP code 02130

The list below includes the cities that the US Post Office accepts for ZIP code 02130. The preferred city may not be the city in which the ZIP is located. The city for 02130 is usually the name of the main post office. When mailing your package or letter, always include the preferred or acceptable cities. Using any city in the list of unacceptable cities may result in delays.

Primary/preferred city:

Jamaica Plain, MA

Acceptable:

Boston

Stats and Demographics for the 02130 ZIP Code

ZIP code 02130 is located in central 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 02130 are primarily white. The number of people in their late 20s to early 40s is extremely large while the number of young adults is slightly higher than average. There are also an extremely large number of single adults and an extremely small number of families. The percentage of children under 18 living in the 02130 ZIP code is small compared to other areas of the country.

Real Estate and Housing

ZIP code 02130 has a small percentage of vacancies. The Census also indicates that there are one or more correctional facilities and nursing homes nearby.

The majority of household are rented. Homes in ZIP code 02130 were primarily built in 1939 or earlier. Looking at 02130 real estate data, the median home value of $392,800 is extremely high compared to the rest of the country. It is also slightly less than average compared to nearby ZIP codes. 02130 could be an area to look for cheap housing compared to surrounding areas. Rentals in 02130 are most commonly 2 bedrooms. The rent for 2 bedrooms is normally $1,000+/month including utilities. 3+ bedrooms are also common and rent for $1,000+/month. Prices for rental property include ZIP code 02130 apartments, townhouses, and homes that are primary residences.

For more information, see Boston, MA house prices.

Employment, Income, Earnings, and Work

The median household income of $75,730 is compared to the rest of the country. It is also compared to nearby ZIP codes. So 02130 is likely to be one of the nicer parts of town with a more affluent demographic.

ZIP 02130 is unusual in that "Public transportation" is the most frequent method of transportation to work instead of vehicles. ZIP code 02130 uses public transportation to get to work more than almost anywhere in the country. If you are a person that likes walking or biking to work, it will be a comfort for you to know that 02130 has a well above average number of people who do not use a vehicle to commute. In most parts of the country, the majority of commuters get to work in under half an hour. However, that is not the case in 02130. It has a much lower than average number of people that make it to work in under half an hour. Having to travel to work for over 45 minutes isn't uncommon for people who live here.

Schools and Education

The area has some of the highest percentages of people who attended college of any ZIP.

Schools in ZIP Code 02130

ZIP Code 02130 is in the following school districts: Boston School District and Private. There are 16 different elementary schools and high schools with mailing addresses in ZIP code 02130.