Lawrence, Massachusetts Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lawrence, Massachusetts is 88,297 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 12th-largest city in Massachusetts. The median household income is $57,903, the median home value is $393,500, and the median age is 32.6.
The population has grown 16.7% since 2010 (76,551 → 89,332).
88,297
Population
12741
People / sq mi
$57,903
Median Income
$393,500
Median Home Value
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Lawrence covers 6.9 sq mi of land at 12741 people per square mile.
About Lawrence, MA
What distinguishes Lawrence is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 12,741 people per square mile. With 88,297 residents, Lawrence is a city in Massachusetts. It ranks #12 among cities in Massachusetts by population.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $57,903, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 15.1%, above the national 12.4%. Median home value is $393,500, with typical rent around $1,569.
Lawrence is among the least college-educated US cities, at 16.4% — below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 5.7% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Lawrence: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Lawrence city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Lawrence city had a population of 76,551 in 2010 and 89,332 in 2024, a 16.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 89,332 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.15%.
89,332
Population (2024)
76,551
Population (2010)
89,332
Peak (2024)
1.15%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 76,551 |
| 2011 | 77,260 |
| 2012 | 77,910 |
| 2013 | 78,382 |
| 2014 | 79,182 |
| 2015 | 79,699 |
| 2016 | 79,818 |
| 2017 | 80,003 |
| 2018 | 80,112 |
| 2019 | 80,028 |
| 2020 | 88,878 |
| 2021 | 88,420 |
| 2022 | 88,297 |
| 2023 | 88,749 |
| 2024 | 89,332 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 22.5% |
| Black or African American | 4.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$57,903
Median Household Income
$27,827
Per Capita Income
15.1%
Poverty Rate
6.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$393,500
Median Home Value
$1,569
Median Rent
30.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
72.8%
High School+
16.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.6%
Drive Alone
67.2%
Public Transit
5.7%
Work From Home
23.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
7.4%
Foreign Born
21.5%
Non-English at Home
1.9%
Veterans
14.1%
With Disability
94.5%
Health Insurance
91.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.4% |
| Manufacturing | 18.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.3% |
| Retail Trade | 9.0% |
| Construction | 5.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.5% |
| Information | 3.8% |
| Public Administration | 3.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lawrence, Massachusetts has a population of 88,297 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 12th-largest city in Massachusetts.
The median household income in Lawrence, Massachusetts is $57,903, with 15.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lawrence, Massachusetts is $393,500, with median monthly rent at $1,569 and a homeownership rate of 30.3%.
The median age in Lawrence, Massachusetts is 32.6 years. The population is 49.3% male and 50.7% female.
The population has grown 16.7% since 2010 (76,551 → 89,332).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.