Wakefield, Massachusetts Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Wakefield, Massachusetts is 27,284 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 60th-largest city in Massachusetts. The median household income is $130,320, the median home value is $670,100, and the median age is 42.9.
27,284
Population
3690
People / sq mi
$130,320
Median Income
$670,100
Median Home Value
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Wakefield covers 7.4 sq mi of land at 3690 people per square mile.
About Wakefield, MA
Housing cost is the defining feature of Wakefield: the median home is valued at $670,100. Wakefield is a city in Massachusetts with a population of 27,284.
The typical household earns $130,320 a year, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US cities at 3.3%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $670,100, with typical rent around $1,872.
About 57.0% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. About 22.2% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Wakefield — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 88.0% |
| Black or African American | 0.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$130,320
Median Household Income
$67,001
Per Capita Income
3.3%
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$670,100
Median Home Value
$1,872
Median Rent
70.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.8%
High School+
57.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
6.9%
Drive Alone
62.9%
Public Transit
22.2%
Work From Home
31.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
14.3%
Foreign Born
87.1%
Non-English at Home
3.9%
Veterans
10.9%
With Disability
97.6%
Health Insurance
95.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 18.4% |
| Manufacturing | 8.9% |
| Construction | 8.8% |
| Information | 8.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.0% |
| Retail Trade | 3.7% |
| Public Administration | 3.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wakefield, Massachusetts has a population of 27,284 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 60th-largest city in Massachusetts.
The median household income in Wakefield, Massachusetts is $130,320, with 3.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Wakefield, Massachusetts is $670,100, with median monthly rent at $1,872 and a homeownership rate of 70.4%.
The median age in Wakefield, Massachusetts is 42.9 years. The population is 50.6% male and 49.4% female.
Wakefield Cdp, MA Climate
Wakefield Cdp, MA has an average annual temperature of 9.6°C (49°F) and receives about 1120 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.6°C
Avg Temp
1120
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -3° / 26° | 103 mm |
| February | -2° / 28° | 85 mm |
| March | 2° / 36° | 99 mm |
| April | 8° / 46° | 96 mm |
| May | 14° / 57° | 87 mm |
| June | 19° / 66° | 86 mm |
| July | 22° / 72° | 81 mm |
| August | 22° / 71° | 86 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 93 mm |
| October | 11° / 52° | 100 mm |
| November | 6° / 42° | 105 mm |
| December | 0° / 32° | 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 Wakefield Cdp, MA
The most comfortable months to visit Wakefield Cdp, MA are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -8°C low). November is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.