Boston ZIP Code List — Suffolk County, MA

There are 34 unique ZIP codes in Boston, Massachusetts. Area code: 857/617/339/508.

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5.93

sq mi land

1.12

sq mi water

857/617/339/508

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Boston, MA ZIP code map

About Boston, MA

Boston, Massachusetts, is a historic city known for its rich culture, education, and vibrant neighborhoods. Located in Suffolk County, it serves as the capital of the state and is renowned for its pivotal role in American history. Visitors flock to Boston to experience its iconic landmarks, such as the Freedom Trail and Boston Common, which showcase its revolutionary past and urban charm.

Location & geography

Situated on the eastern coast of Massachusetts, Boston is bordered by the Charles River and Boston Harbor, offering picturesque waterfronts. The city is part of the greater metropolitan area and is approximately 25 miles from Cambridge, 20 miles from Quincy, and roughly 40 miles from Lowell. With 6.06 square miles of land and 1.12 square miles of water, Boston combines urban living with natural beauty, making it a unique place to live and visit.

Community & economy

Boston hosts a diverse population and features a mix of urban and suburban residential character, making it a lively city year-round. The dominant industries include education, healthcare, and finance, with several prestigious universities like Harvard and MIT located nearby. Daily life in Boston is bustling, where residents enjoy a rich array of cultural activities, excellent dining options, and an active arts scene.

Transportation

Major highways running through Boston include Interstate 90 (Massachusetts Turnpike) and Interstate 93, facilitating easy access to surrounding regions. The city is served by Logan International Airport, which is located just a few miles from downtown, providing both domestic and international flights. In addition to highways, Boston has a robust public transit system, including the 'T' subway system and commuter rail services that connect it to nearby towns and cities.

History

Boston is one of the oldest cities in the United States, founded in 1630 and steeped in colonial history. The city played a significant role in the American Revolution, being the site of events such as the Boston Tea Party and battles like Bunker Hill. Over the years, Boston has evolved into a major cultural and educational hub, reflecting its historical legacy while adapting to modern times.

Did you know?

A lesser-known fact about Boston is that it has more enrolled college students than any other city in the United States, fostering a vibrant atmosphere of youth and innovation. Additionally, the city is home to the first American public park, Boston Common, which dates back to 1634 and continues to be a focal point for community events and gatherings.

ZIP codes for Boston, MA (34)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
02108	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02109	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02110	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02111	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02112	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02113	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02114	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02115	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02116	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02117	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02118	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02123	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02133	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02163	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02196	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02199	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02201	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02203	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02204	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02205	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02206	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02210	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02211	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02212	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02215	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02217	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02222	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02241	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02266	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02283	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02284	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02293	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02297	Boston	Suffolk	View map
02298	Boston	Suffolk	View map

Demographics & statistics

150,534

Population

30.6

Median age

$92,177

Median household income

$81,047

Per capita income

$901,431

Median home value

$2,572

Median monthly rent

24.7%

Home ownership

19.2%

Poverty rate

6.1%

Unemployment

28,923

Housing units

79.3%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

2,006

Under 5

2,035

1,394

5–9

1,414

1,310

10–14

1,329

9,527

15–19

9,668

12,456

20–24

12,640

18,947

25–34

19,228

8,120

35–44

8,240

5,870

45–54

5,957

3,597

55–59

3,650

3,060

60–64

3,106

4,881

65–74

4,953

2,325

75–84

2,360

1,221

85+

1,240

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Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	11,226	7.0%
18 and over	139,308	93.0%
65 and over	16,980	13.1%
Median age	30.6 years

Race & ethnicity

White 57.9%

Asian 15.4%

Hispanic or Latino 7.9%

Black or African American 7.3%

Two or more races 7.2%

Other race 3.9%

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.3%

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.1%

Group	Count	%
White	94,669	57.9%
Asian	25,238	15.4%
Hispanic or Latino	12,922	7.9%
Black or African American	11,863	7.3%
Two or more races	11,714	7.2%
Other race	6,393	3.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native	412	0.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander	245	0.1%

Household income

Under $10k 10.7%

$10k–$15k 5.0%

$15k–$25k 5.1%

$25k–$35k 3.4%

$35k–$50k 4.9%

$50k–$75k 10.0%

$75k–$100k 8.2%

$100k–$150k 15.2%

$150k–$200k 9.8%

$200k+ 27.6%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	10.7%
$10k–$15k	5.0%
$15k–$25k	5.1%
$25k–$35k	3.4%
$35k–$50k	4.9%
$50k–$75k	10.0%
$75k–$100k	8.2%
$100k–$150k	15.2%
$150k–$200k	9.8%
$200k+	27.6%
Median income	$92,177

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 1.8%

$50k–$100k 0.2%

$100k–$150k 0.1%

$150k–$200k 0.9%

$200k–$300k 2.1%

$300k–$500k 7.3%

$500k–$1M 27.4%

$1M+ 52.4%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$901,431
Median rent / month	$2,572
Owner occupied	24.7%
Renter occupied	75.3%
Vacant	17.7%
Single-family detached	0.8%
Large apartment buildings	63.0%
Mobile homes	0.0%
Median rooms	3.2
Avg household size (owned)	1.65

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.8%
2010–2019	13.9%
2000–2009	9.1%
1990–1999	4.7%
1980–1989	6.5%
1970–1979	12.2%
1960–1969	7.9%
1950–1959	4.5%
1940–1949	2.1%
1939 or earlier	38.3%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	15.1%
1 bedroom	40.1%
2 bedrooms	32.2%
3 bedrooms	9.9%
4 bedrooms	1.7%
5+ bedrooms	1.1%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	52.1%
1 vehicle	39.4%
2 vehicles	7.5%
3 or more	1.0%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	38.1%
Electricity	52.6%
Propane / LP gas	2.0%
Fuel oil	3.8%
No fuel used	2.2%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	15,632	24.8%
Cohabiting couple	6,233	8.9%
Male householder, no spouse	21,124	29.9%
Female householder, no spouse	27,072	36.4%
Households with children under 18	6,442	9.4%
Households with seniors (65+)	12,586	17.5%
Average household size	1.71

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	60.7%	59.8%
Married	31.7%	29.7%
Separated	0.8%	0.7%
Widowed	1.2%	4.0%
Divorced	5.6%	5.8%

Education

Less than 9th grade 2.9%

Some HS, no diploma 2.0%

HS graduate 7.2%

Some college, no degree 6.1%

Associate's degree 2.4%

Bachelor's degree 38.4%

Graduate / professional 40.9%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	95.0%
Bachelor's or higher	79.3%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	981	3.5%
Kindergarten	878	4.7%
Elementary school	3,996	10.4%
High school	2,451	5.5%
College / grad school	45,901	75.8%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 30.6%

Professional & management 26.6%

Finance & real estate 12.8%

Arts, food & hospitality 7.4%

Retail trade 6.1%

Manufacturing 4.6%

Other services 3.0%

Information 2.9%

Public administration 2.3%

Construction 1.7%

Transportation & utilities 1.3%

Wholesale trade 0.8%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	71.8%
Service	9.1%
Sales & office	16.2%
Natural resources & construction	0.6%
Production & transportation	2.3%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	89.5%
Government	6.4%
Self-employed	4.0%
Unpaid family workers	0.2%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	15.3%
Carpool	1.7%
Public transit	16.2%
Walk	41.3%
Other means	3.9%
Avg commute (minutes)	22.5

Poverty

All people 19.2%

Under 18 years 14.0%

18 and over 19.8%

Married-couple families 5.7%

Female-led households 16.3%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	14.4%
Retirement income	9.4%
Supplemental Security	3.7%
Cash public assistance	2.1%
Food stamps / SNAP	8.1%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	18.1%
High cholesterol	20.7%
Heart disease	3.4%
Stroke	1.6%
Asthma	10.5%
Arthritis	13.9%
Kidney disease	1.8%
Pulmonary disease	3.2%
Cancer	4.4%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	21.7%
No physical activity	15.0%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	29.1%
Fair or poor health	7.7%
Poor mental health	14.4%
Poor physical health	5.8%
No health insurance	5.8%
Visited doctor (checkup)	73.8%
Visited dentist	72.0%
Cholesterol screening	85.8%
Teeth loss	8.7%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	2,315	2.1%

Disability	%
Any disability	7.8%
Under 18	2.9%
18–64 years	5.2%
65 and over	26.2%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	84.9%
Public insurance	22.1%
Uninsured under 19	1.0%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	146,493	97.1%
Spanish	16,695	8.8%
Other Indo-European	4,420	1.6%
Asian & Pacific Islander	2,427	1.5%
Other languages	9,156	5.2%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	112,887	75.5%
Born in same state	108,396	73.3%
Born in different state	46,174	31.8%
Foreign born	4,491	2.3%
Naturalized citizen	37,647	24.5%
Not a US citizen	16,813	42.7%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
Italian	21,459	14.3%
French	10,074	6.7%
Arab	2,651	1.8%
German	2,030	1.3%
Polish	915	0.6%

Ancestry	Count	%
English	718	0.5%
Irish	652	0.4%
Dutch	589	0.4%
Norwegian	538	0.4%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	50.2%
Internet access	97.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Boston, MA have?

Boston, MA has 27 ZIP codes: 02108, 02109, 02110, 02111, 02113, 02114, 02115, 02116, 02118, 02133, 02163, 02163, 02199, 02201, 02203, 02204, 02206, 02210, 02211, 02212, 02215, 02217, 02222, 02241, 02266, 02293, 02297. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.

What is the main ZIP code for Boston, MA?

The primary ZIP code for Boston, MA is 02108. The city uses area code 857 or 781 or 617 or 978 or 339 or 508 for phone service.

What county is Boston, MA in?

Boston is located in Suffolk County, Massachusetts.

How many ZIP codes are in Boston, MA?

Boston, MA has 27 ZIP codes.

What ZIP code covers the Boston University campus area in the Back Bay neighborhood?

Boston University's main campus is located in ZIP code 02215, which encompasses the Back Bay district along Commonwealth Avenue.

Which ZIP code is home to downtown Boston's Financial District and Government Center?

Downtown Boston's Financial District and Government Center are primarily located in ZIP code 02109, which includes major landmarks and office buildings in the central business district.