Webster CDP, Massachusetts Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Webster CDP, Massachusetts Demographics
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As of 2026, Webster CDP, Massachusetts has a total population of 12,300, the 84th largest city in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $60,384, which is 40% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.7%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 40% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Unemployment rate of 9.1% is notably above the national average.

Webster CDP Quick Facts

Population 12,300

Median Household Income $60,384

Median Home Value $303,900

Poverty Rate 19.7%

Unemployment Rate 9.1%

Median Age 36.4 years

Homeownership Rate 43.6%

Affordability Ratio 5.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 18.8%

High School Graduation Rate 90.9%

Diversity Index 55/100

Population 12,300 84th of 248

Median Income $60,384 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 19.7% 59% higher national

Median Home Value $303,900 bottom 20%

How Webster CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Webster CDP

$60,384

$101,341

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Webster CDP

$303,900

$525,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 21.5%

$25K-$50K 18.2%

$50K-$100K 34.5%

$100K+ 25.8%

Employment

9.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

68.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 43.6%

Renter 56.4%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.2%

18-34

25.6%

35-54

25.7%

55-74

19.5%

75+

6.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

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

State average: 51 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Webster CDP Rankings in Massachusetts

#84 Population of 248

#207 Median Income of 248

#234 Education of 248

#206 Home Value of 248

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Cities Similar to Webster CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
North Adams city	12,660	$48,521	$185,300	27.0%	18.1%
Palmer Town city	12,372	$78,789	$255,000	24.0%	8.6%
South Yarmouth CDP	11,642	$79,638	$465,100	33.1%	9.3%
Athol CDP	8,711	$61,742	$227,000	21.9%	18.1%
Easthampton Town city	16,103	$72,925	$343,800	41.0%	8.9%

Population Overview

Webster CDP is a small city located in Massachusetts. The total population is 12,300. It ranks as the 84th most populous out of 248 cities and towns in Massachusetts.

Age Demographics

The median age in Webster CDP is 36.4 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 40.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Webster CDP is $60,384. This is 40% lower than the state median of $101,341. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 23% lower. The poverty rate stands at 19.7%. This is 98% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 9.1%. This is 76% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $303,900. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $525,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x. 43.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% lower than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Webster CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 62.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 24.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (24.9% vs 12.9%). The Asian population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 7.0%.

Education

18.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 60% 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 90.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Webster 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 Webster CDP, Massachusetts?

Webster CDP, Massachusetts has a population of 12,300 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Webster CDP is $60,384, which is 23% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Webster CDP, MA?

The poverty rate in Webster CDP is 19.7%. This means approximately 2,352 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Webster CDP, Massachusetts?

Webster CDP's population is 62.1% White, 6.7% Black, 24.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.1% Asian.

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

The median home value in Webster CDP is $303,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x.

How educated is Webster CDP, Massachusetts?

18.8% of adults (25+) in Webster CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.