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Methuen, Massachusetts Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Methuen, Massachusetts had a total population of 53,475, the 25th largest city in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $113,310, which is 9% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.8%.

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

Methuen Quick Facts

Population 53,475
Median Household Income $113,310
Median Home Value $499,700
Poverty Rate 7.8%
Unemployment Rate 5.9%
Median Age 39.9 years
Homeownership Rate 72.3%
Affordability Ratio 4.4x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 31.0%
High School Graduation Rate 88.6%
Diversity Index 59/100
Population 53,475 25th of 248
Median Income $113,310 above average
Poverty Rate 7.8% 37% lower than national
Median Home Value $499,700 average

How Methuen Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.5%
$25K-$50K 11.2%
$50K-$100K 21.4%
$100K+ 54.9%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.5%
$10K-$15K
3.6%
$15K-$20K
3.2%
$20K-$25K
2.2%
$25K-$30K
1.5%
$30K-$35K
2.0%
$35K-$40K
2.7%
$40K-$45K
2.1%
$45K-$50K
2.8%
$50K-$60K
5.7%
$60K-$75K
5.1%
$75K-$100K
10.5%
$100K-$125K
10.2%
$125K-$150K
11.1%
$150K-$200K
16.2%
$200K+
17.4%

Employment

5.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%
69.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.3%
Renter 27.7%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.4x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,749/mo 18.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

59out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 53 | National average: 61

Education

Methuen Rankings in Massachusetts

#25 Population of 248
#86 Median Income of 241
#196 Education of 248
#134 Home Value of 242

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Cities Similar to Methuen

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Peabody54,695$96,657$596,20035.0%7.6%
Weymouth Town58,505$102,714$552,10042.8%7.7%
Medford59,354$129,540$755,50059.8%7.6%
Barnstable Town49,568$91,982$602,50042.1%7.4%
Attleboro46,762$98,954$448,10034.0%8.6%

Population Overview

Methuen is a mid-sized community located in Massachusetts. The total population is 53,475. It ranks as the 25th most populous out of 248 Census-designated places in Massachusetts.

Age Demographics

The median age in Methuen is 39.9 years. This is about the same as the state median of 40.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Methuen is $113,310. This is 9% higher than the state median of $103,960. It is also 40% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.8%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 5.9%. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $499,700. Housing costs are 11% lower than the state median of $562,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 72.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 62.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Methuen is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 33.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (33.1% vs 13.3%).

Education

31.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% 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 88.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Methuen, 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 Methuen, Massachusetts?

Methuen, Massachusetts has a population of 53,475 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Methuen, MA?

The median household income in Methuen is $113,310, which is 40% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Methuen, MA?

The poverty rate in Methuen is 7.8%. This means approximately 4,162 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Methuen, Massachusetts?

Methuen's population is 54.3% White, 4.6% Black, 33.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in Methuen, MA?

The median home value in Methuen is $499,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

How educated is Methuen, Massachusetts?

31.0% of adults (25+) in Methuen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.