Fall River, MA Census Data
The 10th largest city in Massachusetts by population · 25 cities ranked
Fall River is the 10th largest city in Massachusetts by population and ranks 24th of 25 for median household income. With 93,764 residents, its poverty rate of 20.9% 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
93,764
48.2% male · 51.8% female
Median Age
39.0
0.3 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$53,933
$24,605 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
16.8%
18.2% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 76.8%
Poverty Rate
20.9%
8.5% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 5.5%
Broadband Access
90.3%
0.6% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$357,800
Median rent: $1,086 · 36% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
8.1%
Labor force participation: 56.4%
Per Capita Income
$42,305
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
4.3%
Disability rate: 20.5%
How Fall River Compares to Other Massachusetts Cities
Rankings among all 25 Massachusetts cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 10th of 25 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 24th of 25 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 24th of 25 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 24th of 25 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 21st of 25 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Fall River, MA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Fall River, MA?
The population of Fall River, MA is 93,764 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 39.0 years.
What is the median household income in Fall River?
The median household income in Fall River, MA is $53,933, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $42,305.
What is the poverty rate in Fall River?
The poverty rate in Fall River, MA is 20.9%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 5.5% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Fall River residents have a college degree?
16.8% of adults (25+) in Fall River hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 76.8% 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 Fall River?
The median home value in Fall River, MA is $357,800. Median rent is $1,086 per month, with 36% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Fall River?
Fall River's population is 72.8% White, 6.4% Black, 13.2% Hispanic or Latino, and 2.7% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Fall River rank among Massachusetts cities?
Fall River is the 10th largest city in Massachusetts by population, the 24th highest for median household income, the 24th lowest for poverty rate, the 24th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 25 ranked Massachusetts cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Fall River?
The unemployment rate in Fall River, MA is 8.1%, with a labor force participation rate of 56.4%. Per capita income is $42,305.
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