Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts had a total population of 2,110, the 182nd largest community in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $104,688, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- One of the most racially diverse communities in Massachusetts (diversity index: 70/100).
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.7%.
Hanscom AFB Quick Facts
How Hanscom AFB 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 | 1,745 | 2,110 | +20.9% |
| Median household income | $101,194 | $104,688 | +3.5% |
How Hanscom AFB 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
This community is exceptionally diverse, with no single racial or ethnic group dominating the population.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Hanscom AFB Rankings in Massachusetts
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Other Cities in Middlesex County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home 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 Hanscom AFB
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lunenburg | 2,057 | $109,662 | $494,800 | 50.0% | 1.5% |
| South Lancaster | 2,177 | $109,173 | $421,400 | 52.3% | 1.3% |
| Rutland | 2,019 | $95,724 | $406,600 | 44.0% | 1.0% |
| Brewster | 1,994 | $113,214 | $858,100 | 59.7% | 4.0% |
| East Pepperell | 1,949 | $96,198 | $430,400 | 35.8% | 7.0% |
Population Overview
Hanscom AFB is a small community located in Massachusetts, within Middlesex County. The total population is 2,110. It ranks as the 182nd most populous out of 248 Census-designated places in Massachusetts.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hanscom AFB is 25.0 years. This is 38% lower than the state median of 40.0 years. With 35.4% of the population under 18, Hanscom AFB has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hanscom AFB is $104,688. This is about the same as the state median of $103,960. It is also 30% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Hanscom AFB. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 0.7%. This is 87% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. Every occupied housing unit the survey reached in Hanscom AFB was renter-occupied. At this sample size that indicates no owner-occupied homes were captured rather than that none exist.
Race & Ethnicity
Hanscom AFB is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 34.4%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 6.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (37.0% vs 13.3%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (21.1% vs 7.2%).
Education
34.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 27% lower 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. Notably, 23.2% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hanscom AFB, 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 Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts?
Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts has a population of 2,110 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hanscom AFB, MA?
The median household income in Hanscom AFB is $104,688, which is 30% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hanscom AFB, MA?
The ACS sample for Hanscom AFB recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts?
Hanscom AFB's population is 34.4% White, 0.2% Black, 37.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 21.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hanscom AFB, MA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Hanscom AFB — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts?
34.7% of adults (25+) in Hanscom AFB hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 23.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.