Lowell, MA Census Data
The 5th largest city in Massachusetts by population · 25 cities ranked
Lowell is the 5th largest city in Massachusetts by population and ranks 18th of 25 for median household income. With 114,799 residents, its poverty rate of 16.0% 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
114,799
49.5% male · 50.5% female
Median Age
35.5
3.2 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$76,205
$2,333 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
29.9%
5.1% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 83.3%
Poverty Rate
16.0%
3.6% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 4.0%
Broadband Access
92.4%
2.7% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$395,100
Median rent: $1,603 · 44% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.4%
Labor force participation: 63.7%
Per Capita Income
$44,797
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.0%
Disability rate: 14.8%
How Lowell Compares to Other Massachusetts Cities
Rankings among all 25 Massachusetts cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 5th of 25 | Top 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 18th of 25 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 19th of 25 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 16th of 25 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 18th of 25 | Bottom half |
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Race & Ethnicity
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Lowell, MA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Lowell, MA?
The population of Lowell, MA is 114,799 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 35.5 years.
What is the median household income in Lowell?
The median household income in Lowell, MA is $76,205, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $44,797.
What is the poverty rate in Lowell?
The poverty rate in Lowell, MA is 16.0%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 4.0% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Lowell residents have a college degree?
29.9% of adults (25+) in Lowell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 83.3% 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 Lowell?
The median home value in Lowell, MA is $395,100. Median rent is $1,603 per month, with 44% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Lowell?
Lowell's population is 50.9% White, 10.8% Black, 19.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 21.1% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Lowell rank among Massachusetts cities?
Lowell is the 5th largest city in Massachusetts by population, the 18th highest for median household income, the 19th lowest for poverty rate, the 16th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 25 ranked Massachusetts cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Lowell?
The unemployment rate in Lowell, MA is 5.4%, with a labor force participation rate of 63.7%. Per capita income is $44,797.
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