Lynn, MA Census Data
The 8th largest city in Massachusetts by population · 25 cities ranked
Lynn is the 8th largest city in Massachusetts by population and ranks 19th of 25 for median household income. With 100,905 residents, its poverty rate of 13.7% 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
100,905
50.1% male · 49.9% female
Median Age
36.8
1.9 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$74,715
$3,823 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
23.3%
11.7% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 78.4%
Poverty Rate
13.7%
1.3% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 4.4%
Broadband Access
92.8%
3.1% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$472,600
Median rent: $1,612 · 50% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
4.6%
Labor force participation: 63.5%
Per Capita Income
$41,984
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.2%
Disability rate: 13.6%
How Lynn Compares to Other Massachusetts Cities
Rankings among all 25 Massachusetts cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 8th of 25 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 19th of 25 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 15th of 25 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 19th of 25 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 14th of 25 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Lynn, MA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Lynn, MA?
The population of Lynn, MA is 100,905 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 36.8 years.
What is the median household income in Lynn?
The median household income in Lynn, MA is $74,715, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $41,984.
What is the poverty rate in Lynn?
The poverty rate in Lynn, MA is 13.7%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 4.4% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Lynn residents have a college degree?
23.3% of adults (25+) in Lynn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 78.4% 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 Lynn?
The median home value in Lynn, MA is $472,600. Median rent is $1,612 per month, with 50% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Lynn?
Lynn's population is 44.6% White, 12.1% Black, 42.5% Hispanic or Latino, and 6.0% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Lynn rank among Massachusetts cities?
Lynn is the 8th largest city in Massachusetts by population, the 19th highest for median household income, the 15th lowest for poverty rate, the 19th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 25 ranked Massachusetts cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Lynn?
The unemployment rate in Lynn, MA is 4.6%, with a labor force participation rate of 63.5%. Per capita income is $41,984.
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