Abington, Massachusetts Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Abington, Massachusetts had a total population of 17,053, the 76th largest community in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $125,400, which is 21% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Abington Quick Facts
How Abington Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 17,008 | 17,053 | +0.3% |
| Median household income | $119,787 | $125,400 | +4.7% |
| Median home value | $516,300 | $539,600 | +4.5% |
How Abington Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Abington Rankings in Massachusetts
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Other Cities in Plymouth County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brockton | 105,386 | $80,115 | 13.5% | $437,500 |
| Bridgewater Town | 28,471 | $112,651 | 4.8% | $533,100 |
| Hull | 10,138 | $115,485 | 5.8% | $646,000 |
| Middleborough Center | 8,155 | $97,616 | 8.8% | $424,900 |
| Plymouth | 7,918 | $81,703 | 10.0% | $446,800 |
| North Scituate | 6,492 | $140,329 | 2.9% | $824,800 |
| Kingston | 5,910 | $150,886 | 4.9% | $589,900 |
| Scituate | 5,796 | $124,549 | 3.4% | $821,600 |
| The Pinehills | 5,282 | $122,798 | 3.5% | $693,100 |
| Marshfield | 5,161 | $97,105 | 17.4% | $675,300 |
Cities Similar to Abington
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amesbury | 17,403 | $103,554 | $519,300 | 44.8% | 7.1% |
| Somerset | 18,298 | $112,677 | $418,800 | 37.6% | 4.9% |
| Winthrop Town | 18,759 | $116,167 | $649,600 | 45.6% | 7.2% |
| Newburyport | 18,652 | $139,625 | $834,000 | 67.0% | 5.0% |
| Swampscott | 15,277 | $134,386 | $771,100 | 62.2% | 7.1% |
Population Overview
Abington is a small city located in Massachusetts, within Plymouth County. The total population is 17,053. It ranks as the 76th most populous out of 248 Census-designated places in Massachusetts.
Age Demographics
The median age in Abington is 39.1 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 40.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Abington is $125,400. This is 21% higher than the state median of $103,960. It is also 55% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.2%. This is 49% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 16% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $539,600. Housing costs are 4% lower than the state median of $562,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 72.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 62.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Abington is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.2%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 6.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.2%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Asian population (3.6%) is well below the state average of 7.2%.
Education
40.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 16% lower than the state rate of 47.3%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Abington, Massachusetts is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Massachusetts state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 248 Census-designated places in Massachusetts. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Abington, Massachusetts?
Abington, Massachusetts has a population of 17,053 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Abington, MA?
The median household income in Abington is $125,400, which is 55% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Abington, MA?
The poverty rate in Abington is 5.2%. This means approximately 877 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Abington, Massachusetts?
Abington's population is 83.2% White, 0.6% Black, 5.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Abington, MA?
The median home value in Abington is $539,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.
How educated is Abington, Massachusetts?
40.0% of adults (25+) in Abington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.