Malden, MA Census Data
The 16th largest city in Massachusetts by population · 25 cities ranked
Malden is the 16th largest city in Massachusetts by population and ranks 11th of 25 for median household income. With 65,509 residents, its poverty rate of 13.3% 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
65,509
51.5% male · 48.5% female
Median Age
35.8
2.9 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$95,298
$16,760 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
44.9%
9.9% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 87.5%
Poverty Rate
13.3%
0.9% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 5.6%
Broadband Access
96.5%
6.8% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$607,500
Median rent: $2,066 · 42% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.6%
Labor force participation: 67.5%
Per Capita Income
$56,077
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
2.8%
Disability rate: 10.6%
How Malden Compares to Other Massachusetts Cities
Rankings among all 25 Massachusetts cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 16th of 25 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 11th of 25 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 14th of 25 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 10th of 25 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 8th of 25 | Top half |
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Race & Ethnicity
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Malden, MA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Malden, MA?
The population of Malden, MA is 65,509 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 35.8 years.
What is the median household income in Malden?
The median household income in Malden, MA is $95,298, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $56,077.
What is the poverty rate in Malden?
The poverty rate in Malden, MA is 13.3%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 5.6% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Malden residents have a college degree?
44.9% of adults (25+) in Malden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 87.5% 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 Malden?
The median home value in Malden, MA is $607,500. Median rent is $2,066 per month, with 42% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Malden?
Malden's population is 44.4% White, 13.8% Black, 8.1% Hispanic or Latino, and 28.6% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Malden rank among Massachusetts cities?
Malden is the 16th largest city in Massachusetts by population, the 11th highest for median household income, the 14th lowest for poverty rate, the 10th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 25 ranked Massachusetts cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Malden?
The unemployment rate in Malden, MA is 5.6%, with a labor force participation rate of 67.5%. Per capita income is $56,077.
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