Barre, Massachusetts Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Barre, Massachusetts had a total population of 673, the 235th largest community in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $75,202, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.4% — among the lowest in Massachusetts.
Barre Quick Facts
How Barre 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 | 550 | 673 | +22.4% |
| Median household income | $55,625 | $75,202 | +35.2% |
| Median home value | $313,100 | $348,000 | +11.1% |
How Barre 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+)
Barre Rankings in Massachusetts
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Other Cities in Worcester County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worcester | 207,055 | $70,102 | 19.6% | $374,400 |
| Leominster | 43,909 | $83,816 | 9.2% | $380,400 |
| Fitchburg | 41,798 | $73,040 | 15.6% | $336,400 |
| Milford | 27,731 | $93,310 | 8.4% | $464,700 |
| Gardner | 21,148 | $67,518 | 13.7% | $301,600 |
| Southbridge Town | 17,928 | $66,287 | 15.3% | $294,800 |
| Webster | 12,228 | $63,837 | 16.0% | $333,100 |
| Athol | 8,801 | $67,394 | 21.0% | $248,700 |
| Clinton | 7,658 | $79,516 | 9.2% | $375,600 |
| Whitinsville | 7,115 | $96,145 | 10.3% | $449,600 |
Cities Similar to Barre
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheshire | 674 | N/A | N/A | 28.3% | 17.8% |
| Chester | 681 | $77,143 | $257,400 | 15.1% | 2.2% |
| West Warren | 613 | $66,921 | $284,500 | 37.9% | 4.4% |
| Brookfield | 828 | $81,563 | $370,400 | 24.2% | 12.9% |
| Popponesset | 563 | $102,357 | $720,900 | 71.2% | 7.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 673, Barre's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Barre is a small community located in Massachusetts, within Worcester County. The total population is 673. It ranks as the 235th most populous out of 248 Census-designated places in Massachusetts.
Age Demographics
The median age in Barre is 51.2 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 40.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Barre is $75,202. This is 28% lower than the state median of $103,960. It is also 7% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 2.4%. This is 76% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Barre, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $348,000. Housing costs are 38% lower than the state median of $562,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 59.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 62.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Barre has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.4% of all residents.
Education
50.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% higher than the state rate of 47.3%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Barre, 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 Barre, Massachusetts?
Barre, Massachusetts has a population of 673 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Barre, MA?
The median household income in Barre is $75,202, which is 7% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Barre, MA?
The poverty rate in Barre is 2.4%. This means approximately 16 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Barre, Massachusetts?
Barre's population is 95.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Barre, MA?
The median home value in Barre is $348,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x.
How educated is Barre, Massachusetts?
50.3% of adults (25+) in Barre hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.