Medford, Massachusetts Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Medford, Massachusetts is 59,062 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 21st-largest city in Massachusetts. The median household income is $118,089, the median home value is $715,500, and the median age is 36.1.
The population has grown 6.2% since 2010 (56,400 → 59,898).
59,062
Population
7291
People / sq mi
$118,089
Median Income
$715,500
Median Home Value
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Medford covers 8.1 sq mi of land at 7291 people per square mile.
About Medford, MA
Medford stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 7,291 people per square mile. Medford is a city in Massachusetts with a population of 59,062. It ranks #21 among cities in Massachusetts by population.
Median household income is $118,089, above the US median of $78,538. Only 3.0% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $715,500, with typical rent around $2,477.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 57.6% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. About 22.2% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Medford: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Medford city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Medford city had a population of 56,400 in 2010 and 59,898 in 2024, a 6.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 59,898 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.44%.
59,898
Population (2024)
56,400
Population (2010)
59,898
Peak (2024)
0.44%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 56,400 |
| 2011 | 56,824 |
| 2012 | 57,255 |
| 2013 | 57,399 |
| 2014 | 57,551 |
| 2015 | 57,792 |
| 2016 | 57,820 |
| 2017 | 57,772 |
| 2018 | 57,554 |
| 2019 | 57,341 |
| 2020 | 59,520 |
| 2021 | 58,874 |
| 2022 | 59,062 |
| 2023 | 59,395 |
| 2024 | 59,898 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 69.4% |
| Black or African American | 6.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$118,089
Median Household Income
$61,508
Per Capita Income
3.0%
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$715,500
Median Home Value
$2,477
Median Rent
53.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.7%
High School+
57.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
14.1%
Drive Alone
50.1%
Public Transit
22.2%
Work From Home
30.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
22.8%
Foreign Born
70.0%
Non-English at Home
3.0%
Veterans
9.2%
With Disability
96.6%
Health Insurance
96.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 28.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 21.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.9% |
| Information | 7.4% |
| Manufacturing | 7.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.8% |
| Construction | 4.6% |
| Public Administration | 3.6% |
| Retail Trade | 2.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Medford, Massachusetts has a population of 59,062 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 21st-largest city in Massachusetts.
The median household income in Medford, Massachusetts is $118,089, with 3.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Medford, Massachusetts is $715,500, with median monthly rent at $2,477 and a homeownership rate of 53.1%.
The median age in Medford, Massachusetts is 36.1 years. The population is 48.1% male and 51.9% female.
The population has grown 6.2% since 2010 (56,400 → 59,898).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.