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East Pepperell, Massachusetts Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, East Pepperell, Massachusetts had a total population of 1,949, the 190th largest community in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $96,198, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.0%.

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

East Pepperell Quick Facts

Population 1,949
Median Household Income $96,198
Median Home Value $430,400
Poverty Rate 7.0%
Unemployment Rate 5.1%
Median Age 42.1 years
Homeownership Rate 84.6%
Affordability Ratio 4.5x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 35.8%
High School Graduation Rate 96.5%
Diversity Index 25/100
Population 1,949 190th of 248
Median Income $96,198 average
Poverty Rate 7.0% 44% lower than national
Median Home Value $430,400 below average

How East Pepperell Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population1,9841,949-1.8%
Median household income$111,736$96,198-13.9%
Median home value$415,200$430,400+3.7%

How East Pepperell Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.4%
$25K-$50K 11.9%
$50K-$100K 38.3%
$100K+ 43.4%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
0.0%
$10K-$15K
3.5%
$15K-$20K
0.0%
$20K-$25K
2.9%
$25K-$30K
7.8%
$30K-$35K
0.0%
$35K-$40K
0.0%
$40K-$45K
2.6%
$45K-$50K
1.5%
$50K-$60K
10.6%
$60K-$75K
6.9%
$75K-$100K
20.8%
$100K-$125K
4.8%
$125K-$150K
12.4%
$150K-$200K
8.3%
$200K+
18.0%

Employment

5.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%
74.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 84.6%
Renter 15.4%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.5x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,620/mo 20.2% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

25out 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

East Pepperell Rankings in Massachusetts

#190 Population of 248
#137 Median Income of 241
#169 Education of 248
#168 Home Value of 242

Other Cities in Middlesex County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Cambridge 118,796 $130,748 12.8% $1,092,100
Lowell 118,368 $78,658 16.9% $429,200
Newton 89,044 $190,304 4.5% $1,264,900
Somerville 81,036 $132,572 9.8% $911,300
Framingham 72,399 $107,419 10.4% $627,300
Malden 65,906 $100,606 11.4% $633,500
Waltham 64,902 $120,216 9.4% $748,700
Medford 59,354 $129,540 7.6% $755,500
Everett 50,045 $85,218 14.7% $610,000
Arlington 46,350 $150,701 5.4% $933,800

Cities Similar to East Pepperell

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Rutland2,019$95,724$406,60044.0%1.0%
South Deerfield1,882$103,056$452,90035.6%5.3%
Bourne1,806$97,847$735,50058.5%12.3%
Brewster1,994$113,214$858,10059.7%4.0%
Hanson1,927$119,211$513,00035.1%3.2%

Population Overview

East Pepperell is a small community located in Massachusetts, within Middlesex County. The total population is 1,949. It ranks as the 190th most populous out of 248 Census-designated places in Massachusetts.

Age Demographics

The median age in East Pepperell is 42.1 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 40.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in East Pepperell is $96,198. This is 7% lower than the state median of $103,960. It is also 19% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.0%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. The median home value is $430,400. Housing costs are 23% lower than the state median of $562,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x. 84.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 62.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

East Pepperell has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.4% of all residents. Asian residents account for 6.0%. The Black or African American population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 6.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.6%) is well below the state average of 13.3%.

Education

35.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 96.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for East Pepperell, 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 East Pepperell, Massachusetts?

East Pepperell, Massachusetts has a population of 1,949 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in East Pepperell, MA?

The median household income in East Pepperell is $96,198, which is 19% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in East Pepperell, MA?

The poverty rate in East Pepperell is 7.0%. This means approximately 136 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of East Pepperell, Massachusetts?

East Pepperell's population is 86.4% White, 1.7% Black, 4.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 6.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in East Pepperell, MA?

The median home value in East Pepperell is $430,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x.

How educated is East Pepperell, Massachusetts?

35.8% of adults (25+) in East Pepperell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.