Somerville, MA Census Data
The 13th largest city in Massachusetts by population · 25 cities ranked
Somerville is the 13th largest city in Massachusetts by population and ranks 3rd of 25 for median household income. With 80,549 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 17 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
80,549
49.2% male · 50.8% female
Median Age
32.3
6.4 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$127,056
$48,518 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
68.0%
33.0% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 93.0%
Poverty Rate
10.1%
2.3% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 2.1%
Broadband Access
96.3%
6.6% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$899,400
Median rent: $2,468 · 34% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
2.9%
Labor force participation: 77.0%
Per Capita Income
$69,254
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
1.6%
Disability rate: 8.5%
How Somerville Compares to Other Massachusetts Cities
Rankings among all 25 Massachusetts cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 13th of 25 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 3rd of 25 | Top 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 8th of 25 | Top half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 4th of 25 | Top 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 4th of 25 | Top 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
Commute to Work
Somerville, MA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Somerville, MA?
The population of Somerville, MA is 80,549 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 32.3 years.
What is the median household income in Somerville?
The median household income in Somerville, MA is $127,056, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $69,254.
What is the poverty rate in Somerville?
The poverty rate in Somerville, MA is 10.1%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 2.1% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Somerville residents have a college degree?
68.0% of adults (25+) in Somerville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 93.0% 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 Somerville?
The median home value in Somerville, MA is $899,400. Median rent is $2,468 per month, with 34% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Somerville?
Somerville's population is 69.5% White, 4.6% Black, 11.4% Hispanic or Latino, and 11.7% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Somerville rank among Massachusetts cities?
Somerville is the 13th largest city in Massachusetts by population, the 3rd highest for median household income, the 8th lowest for poverty rate, the 4th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 25 ranked Massachusetts cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Somerville?
The unemployment rate in Somerville, MA is 2.9%, with a labor force participation rate of 77.0%. Per capita income is $69,254.
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