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Massachusetts Demographics & Population 2026

As of 2026, Massachusetts has a total population of 6,992,395, with a median household income of $101,341, which is 29% higher the national average. The poverty rate is 10.0%.

Massachusetts Quick Facts

Population 6,992,395
Median Household Income $101,341
Median Home Value $525,800
Poverty Rate 10.0%
Unemployment Rate 5.1%
Median Age 40.0 years
Homeownership Rate 62.6%
Affordability Ratio 5.2x
Bachelor's Degree+ 46.6%
High School Graduation 91.4%
Counties 14
Cities/Places 248
Population 6,992,395
Median Income $101,341 29% higher national
Poverty Rate 10.0%
Unemployment 5.1%

Economy & Housing

Employment

5.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%
67.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 62.6%
Renter 37.4%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

51out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 51 | National average: 60

Education

Largest Cities in Massachusetts

#CityPopulationMedian IncomePoverty
1Boston city663,972$94,75516.9%
2Worcester city205,501$67,54419.8%
3Springfield city154,751$51,33925.3%
4Cambridge city117,794$126,46912.4%
5Lowell city114,799$76,20516.0%
6Brockton city105,080$77,08913.9%
7Quincy city101,361$95,71111.4%
8Lynn city100,905$74,71513.7%
9New Bedford city100,731$56,02519.9%
10Fall River city93,764$53,93320.9%

Richest Cities in Massachusetts

#CityMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+
1Wellesley CDP$250,001$1,513,40087.2%
2Dover CDP$250,001$1,230,60083.8%
3Boxford CDP$238,375$977,40072.0%
4Hingham CDP$222,696$1,216,80079.6%
5Lexington CDP$219,402$1,147,90085.0%
6Winchester CDP$218,176$1,181,70078.5%
7Needham CDP$212,241$1,146,00080.8%
8Marshfield Hills CDP$210,096$750,60063.0%
9South Duxbury CDP$206,111$987,50080.6%
10Green Harbor CDP$195,930$825,60034.0%

Most Affordable Cities in Massachusetts

By home-value-to-income ratio (lower = more affordable). Min. population 1,000.

#CityRatioHome ValueIncome
1Granby CDP2.4x$299,700$126,136
2East Douglas CDP2.8x$400,900$141,042
3North Pembroke CDP2.9x$521,400$177,703
4Longmeadow CDP2.9x$425,800$144,639
5North Brookfield CDP3.1x$235,000$75,956
6Sturbridge CDP3.1x$404,700$129,413
7Palmer Town city3.2x$255,000$78,789
8Sharon CDP3.4x$614,300$183,239
9Holland CDP3.4x$281,000$83,382
10Pittsfield city3.4x$233,700$68,386

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All Counties in Massachusetts (14)

14 results
City ↕Population ↓Median Income ↕Poverty ↕Home Value ↕
Middlesex County1,622,896$126,7797.5%$687,200
Worcester County861,664$93,56110.3%$390,700
Essex County807,258$99,4319.4%$584,000
Suffolk County782,172$92,85916.5%$680,700
Norfolk County724,540$126,4976.6%$649,400
Bristol County578,436$84,19811.7%$421,800
Plymouth County531,889$109,6987.1%$513,000
Hampden County462,853$70,53515.7%$276,300
Barnstable County230,073$94,4527.4%$575,900
Hampshire County156,595$86,39110.9%$363,400
Berkshire County128,047$72,56511.0%$283,800
Franklin County70,922$72,58412.2%$303,400
Dukes County20,751$102,3485.4%$1,104,100
Nantucket County14,299$119,7503.0%$1,387,000

All Cities & Places in Massachusetts (248)

248 results
City ↕Population ↓Median Income ↕Poverty ↕Home Value ↕
Boston city663,972$94,75516.9%$710,400
Worcester city205,501$67,54419.8%$339,500
Springfield city154,751$51,33925.3%$222,700
Cambridge city117,794$126,46912.4%$1,040,500
Lowell city114,799$76,20516.0%$395,100
Brockton city105,080$77,08913.9%$405,500
Quincy city101,361$95,71111.4%$598,100
Lynn city100,905$74,71513.7%$472,600
New Bedford city100,731$56,02519.9%$324,400
Fall River city93,764$53,93320.9%$357,800
Newton city88,504$184,9894.7%$1,202,500
Lawrence city88,297$57,90318.2%$393,500
Somerville city80,549$127,05610.2%$899,400
Framingham city72,013$98,17911.0%$600,600
Haverhill city67,387$87,67510.6%$426,900
Malden city65,509$95,29813.3%$607,500
Waltham city64,723$116,5608.6%$705,700
Brookline CDP62,822$140,6319.8%$1,233,100
Revere city59,933$81,12112.4%$566,200
Taunton city59,719$79,71513.7%$388,200
Medford city59,062$118,0898.2%$715,500
Weymouth Town city57,786$100,0777.7%$516,200
Chicopee city55,213$66,92715.2%$251,800
Peabody city54,180$95,2786.5%$566,200
Methuen Town city53,043$103,2708.2%$472,200
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Population Overview

Massachusetts has a total population of 6,992,395, making it a mid-sized state in the nation. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% higher the national median of 38.7 years.

Age Demographics

The median age in Massachusetts is 40.0 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 38.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Massachusetts is $101,341. This is 29% higher than the state median of $78,538. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 29% higher. The poverty rate stands at 10.0%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.4%. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. This is 1% lower than the state rate of 5.2%. The median home value is $525,800. Housing costs are 73% higher than the state median of $303,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x. 62.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 65.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Massachusetts is White (non-Hispanic), making up 67.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.9%.

Education

46.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 33% higher than the state rate of 35.0%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.4%. Notably, 21.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Massachusetts?

Massachusetts has a total population of 6,992,395 according to the U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median income in Massachusetts?

The median household income in Massachusetts is $101,341, which is 29% higher the national median of $78,538.

How many cities are in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts has 248 Census-designated places (cities, towns, and CDPs) and 14 counties.

What is the poverty rate in Massachusetts?

The poverty rate in Massachusetts is 10.0%, compared to the national average of 12.4%.

What is the largest city in Massachusetts?

The largest city in Massachusetts is Boston city with a population of 663,972.