Quincy, MA Census Data
The 7th largest city in Massachusetts by population · 25 cities ranked
Quincy is the 7th largest city in Massachusetts by population and ranks 10th of 25 for median household income. With 101,361 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 14 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
101,361
50.2% male · 49.8% female
Median Age
39.0
0.3 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$95,711
$17,173 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
48.6%
13.6% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 90.0%
Poverty Rate
11.4%
1.0% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 3.5%
Broadband Access
95.8%
6.1% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$598,100
Median rent: $1,998 · 45% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
7.1%
Labor force participation: 65.6%
Per Capita Income
$57,968
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.7%
Disability rate: 11.0%
How Quincy Compares to Other Massachusetts Cities
Rankings among all 25 Massachusetts cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 7th of 25 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 10th of 25 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 11th of 25 | Top half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 9th of 25 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 10th of 25 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Quincy, MA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Quincy, MA?
The population of Quincy, MA is 101,361 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 39.0 years.
What is the median household income in Quincy?
The median household income in Quincy, MA is $95,711, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $57,968.
What is the poverty rate in Quincy?
The poverty rate in Quincy, MA is 11.4%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 3.5% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Quincy residents have a college degree?
48.6% of adults (25+) in Quincy hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 90.0% 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 Quincy?
The median home value in Quincy, MA is $598,100. Median rent is $1,998 per month, with 45% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Quincy?
Quincy's population is 55.6% White, 6.4% Black, 5.8% Hispanic or Latino, and 29.2% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Quincy rank among Massachusetts cities?
Quincy is the 7th largest city in Massachusetts by population, the 10th highest for median household income, the 11th lowest for poverty rate, the 9th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 25 ranked Massachusetts cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Quincy?
The unemployment rate in Quincy, MA is 7.1%, with a labor force participation rate of 65.6%. Per capita income is $57,968.
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