Lowell, Massachusetts Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lowell, Massachusetts is 114,799 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 5th-largest city in Massachusetts. The median household income is $76,205, the median home value is $395,100, and the median age is 35.5.
The population has grown 12.8% since 2010 (106,782 → 120,418).
114,799
Population
8435
People / sq mi
$76,205
Median Income
$395,100
Median Home Value
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Lowell covers 13.6 sq mi of land at 8435 people per square mile.
About Lowell, MA
Lowell stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 8,435 people per square mile. With 114,799 residents, Lowell is a city in Massachusetts. It is the #5-largest of all cities in Massachusetts nationally.
The typical household here earns about $76,205, near the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 11.1%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $395,100, with typical rent around $1,603.
29.9% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 10.0% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Lowell: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Lowell city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Lowell city had a population of 106,782 in 2010 and 120,418 in 2024, a 12.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 120,418 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.87%.
120,418
Population (2024)
106,782
Population (2010)
120,418
Peak (2024)
0.87%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 106,782 |
| 2011 | 107,774 |
| 2012 | 108,803 |
| 2013 | 109,757 |
| 2014 | 110,537 |
| 2015 | 111,142 |
| 2016 | 111,226 |
| 2017 | 111,738 |
| 2018 | 111,362 |
| 2019 | 110,997 |
| 2020 | 115,834 |
| 2021 | 117,970 |
| 2022 | 118,510 |
| 2023 | 119,153 |
| 2024 | 120,418 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 50.9% |
| Black or African American | 10.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$76,205
Median Household Income
$36,138
Per Capita Income
11.1%
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$395,100
Median Home Value
$1,603
Median Rent
44.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
83.3%
High School+
29.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.0%
Drive Alone
73.0%
Public Transit
10.0%
Work From Home
27.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
12.2%
Foreign Born
57.9%
Non-English at Home
3.0%
Veterans
14.8%
With Disability
96.0%
Health Insurance
92.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.0% |
| Manufacturing | 15.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.9% |
| Construction | 6.2% |
| Retail Trade | 4.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.7% |
| Information | 4.4% |
| Public Administration | 3.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lowell, Massachusetts has a population of 114,799 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 5th-largest city in Massachusetts.
The median household income in Lowell, Massachusetts is $76,205, with 11.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lowell, Massachusetts is $395,100, with median monthly rent at $1,603 and a homeownership rate of 44.0%.
The median age in Lowell, Massachusetts is 35.5 years. The population is 49.5% male and 50.5% female.
The population has grown 12.8% since 2010 (106,782 → 120,418).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.