02135 ZIP Code
Brighton, Massachusetts
January 21, 2026
| ZIP Code: | 02135 |
| City/Town: | Brighton |
| County: | Suffolk |
| State: | Massachusetts |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 44,480 |
| Median Household Income: | $87,603 |
| Per Capita Income: | $52,869 |
| Total Housing Units: | 22,079 |
| Median Home Value: | $674,500 |
| Land Area: | 2.6 sq miles
6.7 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.0 sq miles
0.1 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 42.3497, -71.1540 |
Population Information (02135 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 44,480 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 21,834 | 49.1% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 22,646 | 50.9% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 30.2 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 1,281 | 2.9% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 923 | 2.1% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 854 | 1.9% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 1,386 | 3.1% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 6,430 | 14.5% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 17,163 | 38.6% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 4,665 | 10.5% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 3,188 | 7.2% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,454 | 3.3% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,544 | 3.5% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 2,640 | 5.9% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,537 | 3.5% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 1,415 | 3.2% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (02135 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $674,500 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 4.1 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $2,154 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 22,079 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 20,713 | 93.8% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 1,366 | 6.2% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 4,580 | 22.1% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 16,133 | 77.9% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (02135 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 33,606 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 1,185 | 3.5% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 993 | 3.0% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 3,631 | 10.8% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 2,833 | 8.4% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,103 | 3.3% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 13,574 | 40.4% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 10,287 | 30.6% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 93.5% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 71.0% | 34.3% |
Income Information (02135 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $87,603 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $107,692 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $100,505 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $52,869 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (02135 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 30,913 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 29,697 | 96.1% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 1,216 | 3.9% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 10,366 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 26,040 | 87.7% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 2,515 | 8.5% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 1,128 | 3.8% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 14 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (02135 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 28,348 | 63.7% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 2,461 | 5.5% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 149 | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 7,546 | 17.0% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 80 | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 2,873 | 6.5% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 3,023 | 6.8% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 4,594 | 10.3% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 5,275 | 11.9% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 520 | 1.2% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 1,316 | 3.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 221 | 0.5% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 3,218 | 7.2% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (02135 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 1,184 | 5.7% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 1,295 | 6.3% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 1,299 | 6.3% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 878 | 4.2% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,511 | 7.3% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 2,694 | 13.0% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 2,930 | 14.1% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 4,018 | 19.4% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 2,516 | 12.1% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 2,388 | 11.5% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (02135 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 11,095 | 37.4% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 2,102 | 7.1% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 8,773 | 29.5% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 1,796 | 6.0% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 872 | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 4,548 | 15.3% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 33.0 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (02135 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 35 | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 850 | 2.9% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,879 | 6.3% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 504 | 1.7% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 2,174 | 7.3% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 627 | 2.1% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 1,048 | 3.5% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 2,009 | 6.8% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 6,120 | 20.6% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 10,176 | 34.3% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 2,485 | 8.4% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 1,044 | 3.5% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 746 | 2.5% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (02135 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 19.2% | 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 (02135 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 42,606 | 95.8% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 34,605 | 77.8% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 11,272 | 25.3% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 1,660 | 3.7% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (02135 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 17,257 | 83.3% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 3,913 | 18.9% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 2,238 | 10.8% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 1,122 | 5.4% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 657 | 3.2% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 2,352 | 11.4% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (02135 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 2,088 | 9.5% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 751 | 3.4% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 3,520 | 15.9% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 3,241 | 14.7% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 1,455 | 6.6% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 3,480 | 15.8% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 7,504 | 34.0% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 40 | 0.2% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (02135 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 65 | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 1,588 | 7.2% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 735 | 3.3% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 785 | 3.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,981 | 9.0% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 2,423 | 11.0% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 2,470 | 11.2% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 2,026 | 9.2% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 1,438 | 6.5% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 8,568 | 38.8% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (02135 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 1,441 | 6.5% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 6,746 | 30.6% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 7,062 | 32.0% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 4,547 | 20.6% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,687 | 7.6% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 596 | 2.7% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (02135 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 11,510 | 55.6% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 909 | 4.4% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 5,530 | 26.7% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 1,982 | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 8 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 9 | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 17 | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 245 | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 503 | 2.4% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (02135 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 6,551 | 31.6% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 8,899 | 43.0% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 3,606 | 17.4% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 1,657 | 8.0% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (02135 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 83 | 1.8% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 42 | 0.9% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 35 | 0.8% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 0 | 0.0% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 222 | 4.8% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 970 | 21.2% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 2,572 | 56.2% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 656 | 14.3% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (02135 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,583 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $879 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $2,154 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.09 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.09 | 2.38 |
Households (02135 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 20,713 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 5,001 | 24.1% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,430 | 6.9% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 5,636 | 27.2% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 8,062 | 38.9% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 2,138 | 10.3% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 4,339 | 20.9% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.09 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.68 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (02135 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 20,233 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 12,838 | 63.5% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 5,879 | 29.1% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 340 | 1.7% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 945 | 4.7% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 13,137 | 64.9% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (02135 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 10,708 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 297 | 2.8% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 108 | 1.0% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,206 | 11.3% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 714 | 6.7% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 8,383 | 78.3% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (02135 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 40,880 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 619 | 1.5% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 44,266 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 4,701 | 10.6% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 59 | 1.3% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 2,523 | 53.7% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 2,119 | 45.1% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (02135 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 32,491 | 73.0% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 11,790 | 26.5% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 4,161 | 35.3% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 6,892 | 58.5% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 3,047 | 25.8% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 737 | 6.3% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (02135 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 31,642 | 71.1% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 832 | 1.9% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 12,838 | 1543.0% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 12,838 | 1543.0% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 12,838 | 1543.0% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 2,416 | 290.4% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 686 | 82.5% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 19 | 2.3% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 3,174 | 381.5% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 189 | 22.7% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (02135 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 43,199 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 27,729 | 64.2% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 15,470 | 35.8% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 4,292 | 9.9% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 4,946 | 11.4% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 5,495 | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 737 | 1.7% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (02135 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 20,713 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 19,547 | 94.4% | 89.4% |
Brighton, MA02135