01566 ZIP Code
Sturbridge, Massachusetts
December 26, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 01566 |
| City/Town: | Sturbridge |
| County: | Worcester |
| State: | Massachusetts |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 6,795 |
| Median Household Income: | $122,844 |
| Per Capita Income: | $69,871 |
| Total Housing Units: | 3,047 |
| Median Home Value: | $365,800 |
| Land Area: | 25.0 sq miles
64.7 sq km |
| Water Area: | 1.0 sq miles
2.6 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 42.1032, -72.0795 |
Population Information (01566 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 6,795 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 3,298 | 48.5% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 3,497 | 51.5% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 49.0 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 240 | 3.5% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 362 | 5.3% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 573 | 8.4% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 494 | 7.3% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 212 | 3.1% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 431 | 6.3% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 805 | 11.8% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 1,248 | 18.4% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 541 | 8.0% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 397 | 5.8% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 998 | 14.7% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 411 | 6.0% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 83 | 1.2% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (01566 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $365,800 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 6.3 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,615 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 3,047 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 2,641 | 86.7% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 406 | 13.3% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 2,382 | 90.2% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 259 | 9.8% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (01566 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 4,914 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 24 | 0.5% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 200 | 4.1% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 933 | 19.0% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 954 | 19.4% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 668 | 13.6% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1,221 | 24.8% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 914 | 18.6% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 95.4% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 43.4% | 34.3% |
Income Information (01566 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $122,844 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $139,407 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $141,604 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $69,871 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (01566 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 3,526 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 3,436 | 97.4% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 90 | 2.6% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 1,945 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 2,642 | 76.9% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 579 | 16.9% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 168 | 4.9% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 47 | 1.4% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (01566 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 6,092 | 89.7% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 92 | 1.4% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 27 | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 253 | 3.7% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 103 | 1.5% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 228 | 3.4% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 237 | 3.5% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 195 | 2.9% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 12 | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 101 | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 82 | 1.2% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (01566 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 23 | 0.9% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 42 | 1.6% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 82 | 3.1% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 103 | 3.9% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 210 | 8.0% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 330 | 12.5% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 350 | 13.3% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 511 | 19.3% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 430 | 16.3% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 560 | 21.2% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (01566 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 2,508 | 73.0% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 405 | 11.8% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 9 | 0.3% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 6 | 0.2% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 500 | 14.6% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 34.4 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (01566 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 195 | 5.7% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 391 | 11.4% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 230 | 6.7% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 373 | 10.9% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 68 | 2.0% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 43 | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 283 | 8.2% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 342 | 10.0% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 1,102 | 32.1% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 219 | 6.4% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 107 | 3.1% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 83 | 2.4% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (01566 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 1.9% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (01566 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 6,702 | 98.6% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 5,922 | 87.2% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 2,005 | 29.5% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 93 | 1.4% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (01566 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 2,075 | 78.6% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 933 | 35.3% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 750 | 28.4% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 49 | 1.9% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 61 | 2.3% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 149 | 5.6% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (01566 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 2,436 | 79.9% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 117 | 3.8% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 52 | 1.7% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 43 | 1.4% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 56 | 1.8% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 70 | 2.3% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 43 | 1.4% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 230 | 7.5% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (01566 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 71 | 2.3% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 494 | 16.2% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 286 | 9.4% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 574 | 18.8% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 375 | 12.3% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 361 | 11.8% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 354 | 11.6% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 168 | 5.5% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 364 | 11.9% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (01566 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 0 | 0.0% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 188 | 6.2% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 941 | 30.9% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 953 | 31.3% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 768 | 25.2% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 197 | 6.5% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (01566 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 64 | 2.4% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 260 | 9.8% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 538 | 20.4% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 1,651 | 62.5% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 13 | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 50 | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 8 | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 50 | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 7 | 0.3% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (01566 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 57 | 2.2% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 552 | 20.9% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 1,386 | 52.5% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 646 | 24.5% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (01566 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 36 | 1.5% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 100 | 4.2% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 52 | 2.2% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 46 | 1.9% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 464 | 19.5% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 1,194 | 50.1% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 490 | 20.6% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (01566 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,430 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $914 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,615 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.63 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.04 | 2.38 |
Households (01566 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 2,641 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 1,806 | 68.4% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 685 | 25.9% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 184 | 7.0% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 488 | 18.5% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 841 | 31.8% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 984 | 37.3% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.57 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.91 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (01566 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 2,728 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 630 | 23.1% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 1,828 | 67.0% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 28 | 1.0% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 242 | 8.9% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 458 | 16.8% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (01566 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 1,733 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 35 | 2.0% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 66 | 3.8% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 743 | 42.9% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 535 | 30.9% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 354 | 20.4% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (01566 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 5,258 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 442 | 8.4% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 6,795 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 691 | 10.2% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 77 | 11.1% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 297 | 43.0% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 317 | 45.9% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (01566 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 6,208 | 91.4% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 553 | 8.1% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 294 | 53.2% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 247 | 44.7% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 122 | 22.1% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 12 | 2.2% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (01566 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 6,423 | 94.5% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 73 | 1.1% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 372 | 509.6% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 372 | 509.6% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 372 | 509.6% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 58 | 79.5% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 19 | 26.0% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 122 | 167.1% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 6 | 8.2% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (01566 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 6,555 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 6,155 | 93.9% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 400 | 6.1% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 66 | 1.0% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 177 | 2.7% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 138 | 2.1% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 19 | 0.3% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (01566 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 2,641 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 2,564 | 97.1% | 89.4% |
Sturbridge, MA01566