Medford, MA Census Data
The 21st largest city in Massachusetts by population · 25 cities ranked
Medford is the 21st largest city in Massachusetts by population and ranks 5th of 25 for median household income. With 59,062 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 21 other Massachusetts cities. 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
59,062
48.1% male · 51.9% female
Median Age
36.1
2.6 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$118,089
$39,551 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
57.6%
22.6% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 92.7%
Poverty Rate
8.2%
4.2% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 3.4%
Broadband Access
96.0%
6.3% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$715,500
Median rent: $2,477 · 53% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
4.4%
Labor force participation: 67.9%
Per Capita Income
$63,051
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.0%
Disability rate: 9.2%
How Medford Compares to Other Massachusetts Cities
Rankings among all 25 Massachusetts cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 21st of 25 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 5th of 25 | Top 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 4th of 25 | Top 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 5th of 25 | Top 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 5th of 25 | Top 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
Commute to Work
Medford, MA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Medford, MA?
The population of Medford, MA is 59,062 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 36.1 years.
What is the median household income in Medford?
The median household income in Medford, MA is $118,089, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $63,051.
What is the poverty rate in Medford?
The poverty rate in Medford, MA is 8.2%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 3.4% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Medford residents have a college degree?
57.6% of adults (25+) in Medford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 92.7% 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 Medford?
The median home value in Medford, MA is $715,500. Median rent is $2,477 per month, with 53% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Medford?
Medford's population is 69.4% White, 6.6% Black, 8.9% Hispanic or Latino, and 12.0% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Medford rank among Massachusetts cities?
Medford is the 21st largest city in Massachusetts by population, the 5th highest for median household income, the 4th lowest for poverty rate, the 5th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 25 ranked Massachusetts cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Medford?
The unemployment rate in Medford, MA is 4.4%, with a labor force participation rate of 67.9%. Per capita income is $63,051.
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