Chicopee, MA Census Data
The 23rd largest city in Massachusetts by population · 25 cities ranked
Chicopee is the 23rd largest city in Massachusetts by population and ranks 21st of 25 for median household income. With 55,213 residents, its poverty rate of 15.2% ranks among the higher rates in Massachusetts. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
55,213
48.6% male · 51.4% female
Median Age
41.1
2.4 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$66,927
$11,611 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
23.2%
11.8% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 87.0%
Poverty Rate
15.2%
2.8% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 3.9%
Broadband Access
91.0%
1.3% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$251,800
Median rent: $1,108 · 57% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.5%
Labor force participation: 57.6%
Per Capita Income
$45,420
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
7.5%
Disability rate: 19.0%
How Chicopee Compares to Other Massachusetts Cities
Rankings among all 25 Massachusetts cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 23rd of 25 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 21st of 25 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 18th of 25 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 20th of 25 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 24th of 25 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Chicopee, MA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Chicopee, MA?
The population of Chicopee, MA is 55,213 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 41.1 years.
What is the median household income in Chicopee?
The median household income in Chicopee, MA is $66,927, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $45,420.
What is the poverty rate in Chicopee?
The poverty rate in Chicopee, MA is 15.2%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 3.9% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Chicopee residents have a college degree?
23.2% of adults (25+) in Chicopee hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 87.0% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Chicopee?
The median home value in Chicopee, MA is $251,800. Median rent is $1,108 per month, with 57% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Chicopee?
Chicopee's population is 73.0% White, 5.2% Black, 25.9% Hispanic or Latino, and 2.0% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Chicopee rank among Massachusetts cities?
Chicopee is the 23rd largest city in Massachusetts by population, the 21st highest for median household income, the 18th lowest for poverty rate, the 20th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 25 ranked Massachusetts cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Chicopee?
The unemployment rate in Chicopee, MA is 6.5%, with a labor force participation rate of 57.6%. Per capita income is $45,420.
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