Waltham, MA Census Data
The 17th largest city in Massachusetts by population · 25 cities ranked
Waltham is the 17th largest city in Massachusetts by population and ranks 6th of 25 for median household income. With 64,723 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 19 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
64,723
49.3% male · 50.7% female
Median Age
35.1
3.6 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$116,560
$38,022 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
56.4%
21.4% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 92.6%
Poverty Rate
8.6%
3.8% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 2.6%
Broadband Access
96.4%
6.7% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$705,700
Median rent: $2,232 · 49% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
3.5%
Labor force participation: 67.0%
Per Capita Income
$56,593
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
2.4%
Disability rate: 10.4%
How Waltham Compares to Other Massachusetts Cities
Rankings among all 25 Massachusetts cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 17th of 25 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 6th of 25 | Top 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 6th of 25 | Top 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 6th of 25 | Top 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 7th of 25 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Waltham, MA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Waltham, MA?
The population of Waltham, MA is 64,723 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 35.1 years.
What is the median household income in Waltham?
The median household income in Waltham, MA is $116,560, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $56,593.
What is the poverty rate in Waltham?
The poverty rate in Waltham, MA is 8.6%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 2.6% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Waltham residents have a college degree?
56.4% of adults (25+) in Waltham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 92.6% 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 Waltham?
The median home value in Waltham, MA is $705,700. Median rent is $2,232 per month, with 49% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Waltham?
Waltham's population is 62.2% White, 7.5% Black, 18.2% Hispanic or Latino, and 12.9% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Waltham rank among Massachusetts cities?
Waltham is the 17th largest city in Massachusetts by population, the 6th highest for median household income, the 6th lowest for poverty rate, the 6th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 25 ranked Massachusetts cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Waltham?
The unemployment rate in Waltham, MA is 3.5%, with a labor force participation rate of 67.0%. Per capita income is $56,593.
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