Springfield, MA Census Data
The 3rd largest city in Massachusetts by population · 25 cities ranked
Springfield is the 3rd largest city in Massachusetts by population and ranks 25th of 25 for median household income. With 154,751 residents, its poverty rate of 25.3% 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
154,751
47.7% male · 52.3% female
Median Age
33.7
5.0 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$51,339
$27,199 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
19.7%
15.3% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 79.8%
Poverty Rate
25.3%
12.9% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 3.6%
Broadband Access
88.6%
1.1% below the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$222,700
Median rent: $1,114 · 50% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
8.2%
Labor force participation: 52.9%
Per Capita Income
$37,267
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.7%
Disability rate: 18.3%
How Springfield Compares to Other Massachusetts Cities
Rankings among all 25 Massachusetts cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 3rd of 25 | Top 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 25th of 25 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 25th of 25 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 22nd of 25 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 25th of 25 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Springfield, MA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Springfield, MA?
The population of Springfield, MA is 154,751 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 33.7 years.
What is the median household income in Springfield?
The median household income in Springfield, MA is $51,339, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $37,267.
What is the poverty rate in Springfield?
The poverty rate in Springfield, MA is 25.3%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 3.6% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Springfield residents have a college degree?
19.7% of adults (25+) in Springfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 79.8% 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 Springfield?
The median home value in Springfield, MA is $222,700. Median rent is $1,114 per month, with 50% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Springfield?
Springfield's population is 40.8% White, 20.0% Black, 47.4% Hispanic or Latino, and 2.8% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Springfield rank among Massachusetts cities?
Springfield is the 3rd largest city in Massachusetts by population, the 25th highest for median household income, the 25th lowest for poverty rate, the 22nd highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 25 ranked Massachusetts cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Springfield?
The unemployment rate in Springfield, MA is 8.2%, with a labor force participation rate of 52.9%. Per capita income is $37,267.
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