North Adams, Massachusetts Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of North Adams, Massachusetts is 12,660 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 82nd-largest city in Massachusetts. The median household income is $48,521, the median home value is $185,300, and the median age is 44.4.
The population has declined 9.2% since 2010 (13,764 → 12,492).
12,660
Population
622
People / sq mi
$48,521
Median Income
$185,300
Median Home Value
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North Adams covers 20.3 sq mi of land at 622 people per square mile.
About North Adams, MA
North Adams stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 622 people per square mile. North Adams is a city in Massachusetts with a population of 12,660.
Household earnings sit near the bottom of the range at $48,521, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 12.8%, close to the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $185,300, with typical rent around $777.
27.0% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.7%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
North Adams city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of North Adams city had a population of 13,764 in 2010 and 12,492 in 2024, a -9.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,764 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.69%.
12,492
Population (2024)
13,764
Population (2010)
13,764
Peak (2010)
-0.69%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13,764 |
| 2011 | 13,632 |
| 2012 | 13,623 |
| 2013 | 13,469 |
| 2014 | 13,391 |
| 2015 | 13,185 |
| 2016 | 13,082 |
| 2017 | 12,969 |
| 2018 | 12,842 |
| 2019 | 12,730 |
| 2020 | 12,754 |
| 2021 | 12,671 |
| 2022 | 12,573 |
| 2023 | 12,517 |
| 2024 | 12,492 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 89.0% |
| Black or African American | 1.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$48,521
Median Household Income
$35,537
Per Capita Income
12.8%
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$185,300
Median Home Value
$777
Median Rent
53.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.4%
High School+
27.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
72.1%
Public Transit
9.7%
Work From Home
17.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.2%
Foreign Born
93.9%
Non-English at Home
8.2%
Veterans
21.4%
With Disability
98.0%
Health Insurance
92.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 35.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.6% |
| Manufacturing | 8.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.6% |
| Construction | 7.2% |
| Public Administration | 5.6% |
| Retail Trade | 4.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.5% |
| Information | 2.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
North Adams, Massachusetts has a population of 12,660 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 82nd-largest city in Massachusetts.
The median household income in North Adams, Massachusetts is $48,521, with 12.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in North Adams, Massachusetts is $185,300, with median monthly rent at $777 and a homeownership rate of 53.2%.
The median age in North Adams, Massachusetts is 44.4 years. The population is 52.6% male and 47.4% female.
The population has declined 9.2% since 2010 (13,764 → 12,492).
North Adams city, MA Climate
North Adams city, MA has an average annual temperature of 6.8°C (44°F) and receives about 1185 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
6.8°C
Avg Temp
1185
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -7° / 19° | 84 mm |
| February | -6° / 21° | 80 mm |
| March | -1° / 31° | 92 mm |
| April | 6° / 42° | 101 mm |
| May | 13° / 55° | 111 mm |
| June | 17° / 63° | 109 mm |
| July | 20° / 67° | 104 mm |
| August | 19° / 66° | 107 mm |
| September | 14° / 58° | 95 mm |
| October | 8° / 47° | 94 mm |
| November | 3° / 37° | 109 mm |
| December | -4° / 25° | 99 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit North Adams city, MA
The most comfortable months to visit North Adams city, MA are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 26°C high). The coldest is January (near -13°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.