Malden, Massachusetts Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Malden, Massachusetts is 65,509 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 16th-largest city in Massachusetts. The median household income is $95,298, the median home value is $607,500, and the median age is 35.8.
The population has grown 11.7% since 2010 (59,691 → 66,693).
65,509
Population
12985
People / sq mi
$95,298
Median Income
$607,500
Median Home Value
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Malden covers 5.0 sq mi of land at 12985 people per square mile.
About Malden, MA
Malden stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 12,985 people per square mile. Malden is a city in Massachusetts with a population of 65,509. It ranks #16 among cities in Massachusetts by population.
The typical household here earns about $95,298, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 9.0%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $607,500, with typical rent around $2,066.
About 44.9% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is on the higher side at 17.6%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 36 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Malden: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Malden city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Malden city had a population of 59,691 in 2010 and 66,693 in 2024, a 11.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 66,693 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.82%.
66,693
Population (2024)
59,691
Population (2010)
66,693
Peak (2024)
0.82%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 59,691 |
| 2011 | 60,131 |
| 2012 | 60,591 |
| 2013 | 60,938 |
| 2014 | 61,217 |
| 2015 | 61,383 |
| 2016 | 61,276 |
| 2017 | 61,079 |
| 2018 | 60,735 |
| 2019 | 60,470 |
| 2020 | 66,086 |
| 2021 | 65,349 |
| 2022 | 65,472 |
| 2023 | 65,840 |
| 2024 | 66,693 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 44.4% |
| Black or African American | 13.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$95,298
Median Household Income
$47,303
Per Capita Income
9.0%
Poverty Rate
4.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$607,500
Median Home Value
$2,066
Median Rent
42.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.5%
High School+
44.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
19.3%
Drive Alone
45.5%
Public Transit
17.6%
Work From Home
35.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
14.1%
Foreign Born
50.9%
Non-English at Home
2.8%
Veterans
10.6%
With Disability
94.4%
Health Insurance
96.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 17.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.9% |
| Manufacturing | 8.4% |
| Information | 7.4% |
| Construction | 6.0% |
| Retail Trade | 4.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.3% |
| Public Administration | 3.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Malden, Massachusetts has a population of 65,509 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 16th-largest city in Massachusetts.
The median household income in Malden, Massachusetts is $95,298, with 9.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Malden, Massachusetts is $607,500, with median monthly rent at $2,066 and a homeownership rate of 42.1%.
The median age in Malden, Massachusetts is 35.8 years. The population is 51.5% male and 48.5% female.
The population has grown 11.7% since 2010 (59,691 → 66,693).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.