Haverhill, Massachusetts Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Haverhill, Massachusetts had a total population of 67,698, the 15th largest city in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $88,326, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Haverhill Quick Facts
How Haverhill 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 | 67,387 | 67,698 | +0.5% |
| Median household income | $87,675 | $88,326 | +0.7% |
| Median home value | $426,900 | $453,900 | +6.3% |
How Haverhill 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Haverhill Rankings in Massachusetts
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Other Cities in Essex County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lynn | 101,709 | $75,043 | 13.8% | $510,100 |
| Lawrence | 88,736 | $60,433 | 17.6% | $415,200 |
| Peabody | 54,695 | $96,657 | 7.6% | $596,200 |
| Salem | 44,795 | $85,153 | 12.1% | $542,800 |
| Beverly | 42,665 | $106,044 | 9.4% | $650,300 |
| Gloucester | 30,075 | $83,883 | 9.6% | $600,600 |
| Saugus | 28,773 | $101,539 | 6.0% | $603,400 |
| Danvers | 28,098 | $125,395 | 4.8% | $644,200 |
| Marblehead | 20,413 | $182,132 | 4.4% | $943,900 |
| Newburyport | 18,652 | $139,625 | 5.0% | $834,000 |
Cities Similar to Haverhill
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malden | 65,906 | $100,606 | $633,500 | 45.1% | 11.4% |
| Revere | 60,012 | $86,969 | $597,400 | 24.6% | 11.6% |
| Framingham | 72,399 | $107,419 | $627,300 | 48.7% | 10.4% |
| Taunton | 60,433 | $79,283 | $422,800 | 23.9% | 13.0% |
| Waltham | 64,902 | $120,216 | $748,700 | 57.3% | 9.4% |
Population Overview
Haverhill is a mid-sized community located in Massachusetts, within Essex County. The total population is 67,698. It ranks as the 15th most populous out of 248 Census-designated places in Massachusetts.
Age Demographics
The median age in Haverhill is 39.4 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 40.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Haverhill is $88,326. This is 15% lower than the state median of $103,960. It is also 9% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 13% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 5.7%. This is 10% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $453,900. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $562,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 62.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Haverhill is White (non-Hispanic), making up 63.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 26.5%. The Black or African American population (2.7%) is well below the state average of 6.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (26.5% vs 13.3%). The Asian population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 7.2%.
Education
32.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% 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 90.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Haverhill, 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 Haverhill, Massachusetts?
Haverhill, Massachusetts has a population of 67,698 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Haverhill, MA?
The median household income in Haverhill is $88,326, which is 9% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Haverhill, MA?
The poverty rate in Haverhill is 11.3%. This means approximately 7,566 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Haverhill, Massachusetts?
Haverhill's population is 63.9% White, 2.7% Black, 26.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Haverhill, MA?
The median home value in Haverhill is $453,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x.
How educated is Haverhill, Massachusetts?
32.6% of adults (25+) in Haverhill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.