Pittsfield, Massachusetts Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Pittsfield, Massachusetts is 43,559 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 32nd-largest city in Massachusetts. The median household income is $68,386, the median home value is $233,700, and the median age is 43.2.
The population has declined 3.6% since 2010 (44,716 → 43,121).
43,559
Population
1076
People / sq mi
$68,386
Median Income
$233,700
Median Home Value
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Pittsfield covers 40.5 sq mi of land at 1076 people per square mile.
About Pittsfield, MA
Pittsfield stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 1,076 people per square mile. With 43,559 residents, Pittsfield is a city in Massachusetts. It ranks #32 among cities in Massachusetts by population.
Median household income is $68,386, below the US median of $78,538. About 9.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $233,700, with typical rent around $1,094.
Roughly 34.2% of adults have a bachelor’s, near the national 35.0%. About 8.5% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 18 minutes each way.
Pittsfield city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Pittsfield city had a population of 44,716 in 2010 and 43,121 in 2024, a -3.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 44,716 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.25%.
43,121
Population (2024)
44,716
Population (2010)
44,716
Peak (2010)
-0.25%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 44,716 |
| 2011 | 44,411 |
| 2012 | 44,411 |
| 2013 | 44,127 |
| 2014 | 43,824 |
| 2015 | 43,366 |
| 2016 | 43,036 |
| 2017 | 42,765 |
| 2018 | 42,541 |
| 2019 | 42,142 |
| 2020 | 43,836 |
| 2021 | 43,697 |
| 2022 | 43,455 |
| 2023 | 43,193 |
| 2024 | 43,121 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 80.0% |
| Black or African American | 5.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$68,386
Median Household Income
$44,159
Per Capita Income
9.7%
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$233,700
Median Home Value
$1,094
Median Rent
61.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.5%
High School+
34.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.8%
Drive Alone
75.7%
Public Transit
8.5%
Work From Home
18.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
23.4%
Foreign Born
89.8%
Non-English at Home
5.3%
Veterans
18.3%
With Disability
97.0%
Health Insurance
93.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 31.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.3% |
| Manufacturing | 7.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.1% |
| Information | 5.1% |
| Public Administration | 4.8% |
| Construction | 4.6% |
| Retail Trade | 3.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pittsfield, Massachusetts has a population of 43,559 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 32nd-largest city in Massachusetts.
The median household income in Pittsfield, Massachusetts is $68,386, with 9.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Pittsfield, Massachusetts is $233,700, with median monthly rent at $1,094 and a homeownership rate of 61.7%.
The median age in Pittsfield, Massachusetts is 43.2 years. The population is 49.9% male and 50.1% female.
The population has declined 3.6% since 2010 (44,716 → 43,121).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.