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Amesbury, Massachusetts Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Amesbury, Massachusetts had a total population of 17,403, the 75th largest city in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $103,554, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 7.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Amesbury Quick Facts

Population 17,403
Median Household Income $103,554
Median Home Value $519,300
Poverty Rate 7.1%
Unemployment Rate 3.6%
Median Age 43.7 years
Homeownership Rate 68.6%
Affordability Ratio 5.0x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 44.8%
High School Graduation Rate 95.7%
Diversity Index 26/100
Population 17,403 75th of 248
Median Income $103,554 average
Poverty Rate 7.1% 43% lower than national
Median Home Value $519,300 average

How Amesbury Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.7%
$25K-$50K 12.1%
$50K-$100K 24.5%
$100K+ 51.7%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.4%
$10K-$15K
4.2%
$15K-$20K
1.6%
$20K-$25K
2.6%
$25K-$30K
3.4%
$30K-$35K
1.4%
$35K-$40K
2.1%
$40K-$45K
1.1%
$45K-$50K
4.1%
$50K-$60K
5.3%
$60K-$75K
9.3%
$75K-$100K
10.0%
$100K-$125K
9.9%
$125K-$150K
9.1%
$150K-$200K
13.1%
$200K+
19.6%

Employment

3.6% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%
70.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 68.6%
Renter 31.4%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.0x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,683/mo 19.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

26out of 100
Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 53 | National average: 61

Education

Amesbury Rankings in Massachusetts

#75 Population of 248
#121 Median Income of 241
#130 Education of 248
#130 Home Value of 242

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Cities Similar to Amesbury

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Somerset18,298$112,677$418,80037.6%4.9%
Abington17,053$125,400$539,60040.0%5.2%
Winthrop Town18,759$116,167$649,60045.6%7.2%
Hudson15,719$90,524$473,30043.5%6.3%
Newburyport18,652$139,625$834,00067.0%5.0%

Population Overview

Amesbury is a small city located in Massachusetts. The total population is 17,403. It ranks as the 75th most populous out of 248 Census-designated places in Massachusetts.

Age Demographics

The median age in Amesbury is 43.7 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 40.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Amesbury is $103,554. This is about the same as the state median of $103,960. It is also 28% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.1%. This is 29% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 29% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $519,300. Housing costs are 8% lower than the state median of $562,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x. 68.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 62.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Amesbury has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.7%. The Black or African American population (2.7%) is well below the state average of 6.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.7%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Asian population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 7.2%.

Education

44.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% 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 95.7%. Notably, 17.5% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Amesbury, 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 Amesbury, Massachusetts?

Amesbury, Massachusetts has a population of 17,403 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Amesbury, MA?

The median household income in Amesbury is $103,554, which is 28% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Amesbury, MA?

The poverty rate in Amesbury is 7.1%. This means approximately 1,212 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Amesbury, Massachusetts?

Amesbury's population is 85.9% White, 2.7% Black, 4.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Amesbury, MA?

The median home value in Amesbury is $519,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x.

How educated is Amesbury, Massachusetts?

44.8% of adults (25+) in Amesbury hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 17.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.