Attleboro, Massachusetts Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Attleboro, Massachusetts had a total population of 46,762, the 28th largest city in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $98,954, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Attleboro Quick Facts
How Attleboro 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 | 46,499 | 46,762 | +0.6% |
| Median household income | $93,266 | $98,954 | +6.1% |
| Median home value | $409,100 | $448,100 | +9.5% |
How Attleboro 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+)
Attleboro Rankings in Massachusetts
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Other Cities in Bristol County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Bedford | 100,998 | $56,981 | 20.5% | $357,300 |
| Fall River | 94,082 | $56,673 | 19.6% | $395,500 |
| Taunton | 60,433 | $79,283 | 13.0% | $422,800 |
| North Attleborough Town | 30,984 | $112,665 | 4.7% | $482,200 |
| Somerset | 18,298 | $112,677 | 4.9% | $418,800 |
| Mansfield Center | 7,222 | $97,798 | 4.1% | $480,000 |
| Bliss Corner | 5,405 | $75,420 | 9.0% | $446,200 |
| North Westport | 5,289 | $87,582 | 4.3% | $411,300 |
| Raynham Center | 4,841 | $132,382 | 11.0% | $547,700 |
| Smith Mills | 4,612 | $64,818 | 8.0% | $420,400 |
Cities Similar to Attleboro
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnstable Town | 49,568 | $91,982 | $602,500 | 42.1% | 7.4% |
| Salem | 44,795 | $85,153 | $542,800 | 47.8% | 12.1% |
| Beverly | 42,665 | $106,044 | $650,300 | 53.4% | 9.4% |
| Everett | 50,045 | $85,218 | $610,000 | 24.9% | 14.7% |
| Leominster | 43,909 | $83,816 | $380,400 | 33.5% | 9.2% |
Population Overview
Attleboro is a mid-sized community located in Massachusetts, within Bristol County. The total population is 46,762. It ranks as the 28th most populous out of 248 Census-designated places in Massachusetts.
Age Demographics
The median age in Attleboro is 39.8 years. This is about the same as the state median of 40.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Attleboro is $98,954. This is 5% lower than the state median of $103,960. It is also 23% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.6%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $448,100. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $562,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x. 66.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 62.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Attleboro is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.2%.
Education
34.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% 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 90.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Attleboro, 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 Attleboro, Massachusetts?
Attleboro, Massachusetts has a population of 46,762 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Attleboro, MA?
The median household income in Attleboro is $98,954, which is 23% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Attleboro, MA?
The poverty rate in Attleboro is 8.6%. This means approximately 4,004 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Attleboro, Massachusetts?
Attleboro's population is 77.1% White, 5.5% Black, 9.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Attleboro, MA?
The median home value in Attleboro is $448,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x.
How educated is Attleboro, Massachusetts?
34.0% of adults (25+) in Attleboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.