Palmer Town, Massachusetts Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Palmer Town, Massachusetts is 12,372 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 83rd-largest city in Massachusetts. The median household income is $78,789, the median home value is $255,000, and the median age is 50.5.
The population has grown 2.0% since 2010 (12,141 → 12,388).
12,372
Population
392
People / sq mi
$78,789
Median Income
$255,000
Median Home Value
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Palmer Town covers 31.6 sq mi of land at 392 people per square mile.
About Palmer Town, MA
Palmer Town stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 392 people per square mile. Palmer Town is a city in Massachusetts with a population of 12,372.
The typical household here earns about $78,789, near the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 4.9%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $255,000, with typical rent around $1,041.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 24.0%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 8.1%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
Palmer Town city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Palmer Town city had a population of 12,141 in 2010 and 12,388 in 2024, a 2.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,419 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.15%.
12,388
Population (2024)
12,141
Population (2010)
12,419
Peak (2020)
0.15%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,141 |
| 2011 | 12,179 |
| 2012 | 12,193 |
| 2013 | 12,209 |
| 2014 | 12,224 |
| 2015 | 12,211 |
| 2016 | 12,232 |
| 2017 | 12,237 |
| 2018 | 12,286 |
| 2019 | 12,232 |
| 2020 | 12,419 |
| 2021 | 12,373 |
| 2022 | 12,339 |
| 2023 | 12,342 |
| 2024 | 12,388 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 86.9% |
| Black or African American | 3.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$78,789
Median Household Income
$44,562
Per Capita Income
4.9%
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$255,000
Median Home Value
$1,041
Median Rent
70.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.4%
High School+
24.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.3%
Drive Alone
83.0%
Public Transit
8.1%
Work From Home
31.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
16.6%
Foreign Born
95.1%
Non-English at Home
7.3%
Veterans
18.4%
With Disability
98.4%
Health Insurance
92.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.7% |
| Manufacturing | 12.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.8% |
| Retail Trade | 7.4% |
| Information | 5.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 4.5% |
| Construction | 4.4% |
| Public Administration | 3.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Palmer Town, Massachusetts has a population of 12,372 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 83rd-largest city in Massachusetts.
The median household income in Palmer Town, Massachusetts is $78,789, with 4.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Palmer Town, Massachusetts is $255,000, with median monthly rent at $1,041 and a homeownership rate of 70.0%.
The median age in Palmer Town, Massachusetts is 50.5 years. The population is 49.3% male and 50.7% female.
The population has grown 2.0% since 2010 (12,141 → 12,388).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.