ZIP Code 02150

In ZIP code 02150, near Boston, households bring in a median of $72,179, while per-capita income sits at $32,986. With a median home value of $493,500, buyers here face a steep price tag relative to earnings. The county's effective property tax rate of 0.66% keeps annual bills lower than many parts of Massachusetts, which eases some pressure on ownership costs. Sales tax runs 6.25% on purchases. Together these figures shape a budget where housing claims a large share of income, and everyday spending carries a steady tax load, so careful planning matters for anyone living or buying in this area.