Saugus CDP, Massachusetts Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Saugus CDP, Massachusetts Demographics
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As of 2026, Saugus CDP, Massachusetts has a total population of 28,599, the 55th largest city in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $100,819, which is about average than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.4%.

Saugus CDP Quick Facts

Population 28,599

Median Household Income $100,819

Median Home Value $589,500

Poverty Rate 6.4%

Unemployment Rate 3.6%

Median Age 43.5 years

Homeownership Rate 73.9%

Affordability Ratio 5.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 31.4%

High School Graduation Rate 90.8%

Diversity Index 43/100

Population 28,599 55th of 248

Median Income $100,819 average

Poverty Rate 6.4% 49% lower national

Median Home Value $589,500 above average

How Saugus CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Saugus CDP

$100,819

$101,341

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Saugus CDP

$589,500

$525,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.3%

$25K-$50K 10.5%

$50K-$100K 25.5%

$100K+ 50.8%

Employment

3.6% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

66.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 73.9%

Renter 26.1%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.0%

18-34

21.3%

35-54

26.7%

55-74

25.3%

75+

9.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 51 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Saugus CDP Rankings in Massachusetts

#55 Population of 248

#109 Median Income of 248

#196 Education of 248

#90 Home Value of 248

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Cities Similar to Saugus CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Bridgewater Town city	28,669	$112,482	$500,600	39.7%	4.9%
Milford CDP	27,919	$88,992	$429,800	31.6%	9.0%
Danvers CDP	27,924	$117,072	$611,200	46.8%	5.2%
Agawam Town city	28,510	$82,359	$290,000	34.9%	6.9%
Norwood CDP	31,380	$97,110	$613,500	53.1%	8.2%

Population Overview

Saugus CDP is a mid-sized community located in Massachusetts. The total population is 28,599. It ranks as the 55th most populous out of 248 cities and towns in Massachusetts.

Age Demographics

The median age in Saugus CDP is 43.5 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 40.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Saugus CDP is $100,819. This is about average than the state median of $101,341. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 28% higher. The poverty rate stands at 6.4%. This is 36% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 29% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $589,500. Housing costs are 12% higher than the state median of $525,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x. 73.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Saugus CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.3%. The Asian population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 7.0%.

Education

31.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 33% lower than the state rate of 46.6%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Saugus CDP, Massachusetts is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Saugus CDP, Massachusetts?

Saugus CDP, Massachusetts has a population of 28,599 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Saugus CDP, MA?

The median household income in Saugus CDP is $100,819, which is 28% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Saugus CDP, MA?

The poverty rate in Saugus CDP is 6.4%. This means approximately 1,802 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Saugus CDP, Massachusetts?

Saugus CDP's population is 74.3% White, 4.8% Black, 12.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Saugus CDP, MA?

The median home value in Saugus CDP is $589,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x.

How educated is Saugus CDP, Massachusetts?

31.4% of adults (25+) in Saugus CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.