01581 ZIP Code
Westborough, Massachusetts
December 26, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 01581 |
| City/Town: | Westborough |
| County: | Worcester |
| State: | Massachusetts |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 21,360 |
| Median Household Income: | $133,145 |
| Per Capita Income: | $82,740 |
| Total Housing Units: | 8,552 |
| Median Home Value: | $601,900 |
| Land Area: | 20.6 sq miles
53.4 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.9 sq miles
2.2 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 42.2684, -71.6133 |
Population Information (01581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 21,360 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 10,595 | 49.6% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 10,765 | 50.4% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 38.9 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 1,244 | 5.8% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 1,476 | 6.9% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 1,660 | 7.8% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 1,388 | 6.5% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 786 | 3.7% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 2,663 | 12.5% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 3,359 | 15.7% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 3,048 | 14.3% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,497 | 7.0% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,066 | 5.0% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,840 | 8.6% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 832 | 3.9% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 501 | 2.3% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (01581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $601,900 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.5 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,937 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 8,552 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 7,962 | 93.1% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 590 | 6.9% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 4,850 | 60.9% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 3,112 | 39.1% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (01581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 14,806 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 228 | 1.5% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 384 | 2.6% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 1,763 | 11.9% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 1,413 | 9.5% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 837 | 5.7% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 4,872 | 32.9% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 5,309 | 35.9% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 95.9% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 68.8% | 34.3% |
Income Information (01581 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $133,145 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $178,695 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $181,148 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $82,740 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (01581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 11,763 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 11,407 | 97.0% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 356 | 3.0% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 4,864 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 9,846 | 86.3% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,083 | 9.5% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 470 | 4.1% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 8 | 0.1% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (01581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 13,276 | 62.2% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 704 | 3.3% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 6 | 0.0% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 5,741 | 26.9% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 769 | 3.6% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 864 | 4.0% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 1,103 | 5.2% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 1,387 | 6.5% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 223 | 1.0% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 268 | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 67 | 0.3% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 829 | 3.9% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (01581 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 197 | 2.5% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 64 | 0.8% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 309 | 3.9% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 203 | 2.5% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 538 | 6.8% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 911 | 11.4% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 717 | 9.0% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,589 | 20.0% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 809 | 10.2% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 2,625 | 33.0% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (01581 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 7,325 | 64.2% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 626 | 5.5% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 371 | 3.3% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 90 | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 174 | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 2,584 | 22.7% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 29.4 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (01581 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 53 | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 402 | 3.5% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,589 | 13.9% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 144 | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,222 | 10.7% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 281 | 2.5% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 303 | 2.7% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 693 | 6.1% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 2,782 | 24.4% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 2,461 | 21.6% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 886 | 7.8% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 345 | 3.0% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 246 | 2.2% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (01581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 4.6% | 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 (01581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 20,793 | 97.3% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 18,085 | 84.7% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 5,012 | 23.5% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 256 | 1.2% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (01581 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 6,808 | 85.5% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 1,460 | 18.3% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,503 | 18.9% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 334 | 4.2% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 102 | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 322 | 4.0% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (01581 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 4,213 | 49.3% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 678 | 7.9% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 447 | 5.2% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 426 | 5.0% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 469 | 5.5% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 905 | 10.6% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 1,404 | 16.4% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 10 | 0.1% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (01581 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 16 | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 1,010 | 11.8% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 556 | 6.5% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 1,202 | 14.1% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 904 | 10.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,450 | 17.0% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,193 | 13.9% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 772 | 9.0% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 474 | 5.5% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 975 | 11.4% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (01581 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 456 | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 1,447 | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 2,283 | 26.7% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 1,902 | 22.2% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 2,074 | 24.3% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 390 | 4.6% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (01581 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 3,863 | 48.5% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 187 | 2.3% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 2,133 | 26.8% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 1,589 | 20.0% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 102 | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 74 | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 14 | 0.2% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (01581 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 459 | 5.8% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 2,738 | 34.4% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 3,480 | 43.7% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 1,285 | 16.1% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (01581 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 36 | 0.7% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 33 | 0.7% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 35 | 0.7% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 54 | 1.1% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 240 | 4.9% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 1,245 | 25.7% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 2,891 | 59.6% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 316 | 6.5% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (01581 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $3,079 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $1,368 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,937 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.89 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.20 | 2.38 |
Households (01581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 7,962 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 4,951 | 62.2% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 2,657 | 33.4% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,179 | 14.8% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 1,449 | 18.2% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 3,101 | 38.9% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 1,990 | 25.0% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.62 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.17 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (01581 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 8,590 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 2,464 | 28.7% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 5,330 | 62.0% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 182 | 2.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 566 | 6.6% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 1,892 | 22.0% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (01581 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 5,423 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 348 | 6.4% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 259 | 4.8% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 2,480 | 45.7% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,296 | 23.9% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,040 | 19.2% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (01581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 15,941 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 586 | 3.7% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 21,049 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 1,656 | 7.9% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 67 | 4.0% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 799 | 48.2% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 790 | 47.7% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (01581 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 17,270 | 80.9% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 3,731 | 17.5% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 1,824 | 48.9% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 1,407 | 37.7% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 320 | 8.6% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 500 | 13.4% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (01581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 15,125 | 70.8% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 246 | 1.2% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 6,235 | 2534.6% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 6,235 | 2534.6% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 6,235 | 2534.6% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 543 | 220.7% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 503 | 204.5% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 14 | 5.7% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 971 | 394.7% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 150 | 61.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (01581 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 20,116 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 13,313 | 66.2% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 6,803 | 33.8% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 835 | 4.2% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 3,020 | 15.0% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 2,375 | 11.8% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 573 | 2.8% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (01581 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 7,962 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 7,736 | 97.2% | 89.4% |
Westborough, MA01581