Winthrop Town, Massachusetts Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Winthrop Town, Massachusetts is 18,807 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 70th-largest city in Massachusetts. The median household income is $106,357, the median home value is $606,900, and the median age is 43.6.
The population has grown 6.8% since 2010 (17,538 → 18,739).
18,807
Population
9432
People / sq mi
$106,357
Median Income
$606,900
Median Home Value
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Winthrop Town covers 2.0 sq mi of land at 9432 people per square mile.
About Winthrop Town, MA
What distinguishes Winthrop Town is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 9,432 people per square mile. Winthrop Town is a city in Massachusetts with a population of 18,807.
Median household income is $106,357, above the US median of $78,538. About 5.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $606,900, with typical rent around $1,909.
42.9% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. About 15.0% of the workforce is home-based, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 33 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Winthrop Town: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Winthrop Town city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Winthrop Town city had a population of 17,538 in 2010 and 18,739 in 2024, a 6.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 19,257 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.48%.
18,739
Population (2024)
17,538
Population (2010)
19,257
Peak (2020)
0.48%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17,538 |
| 2011 | 17,801 |
| 2012 | 17,996 |
| 2013 | 18,148 |
| 2014 | 18,288 |
| 2015 | 18,405 |
| 2016 | 18,525 |
| 2017 | 18,660 |
| 2018 | 18,580 |
| 2019 | 18,544 |
| 2020 | 19,257 |
| 2021 | 18,628 |
| 2022 | 18,642 |
| 2023 | 18,583 |
| 2024 | 18,739 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 80.0% |
| Black or African American | 3.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$106,357
Median Household Income
$59,226
Per Capita Income
5.5%
Poverty Rate
4.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$606,900
Median Home Value
$1,909
Median Rent
55.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.0%
High School+
42.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
14.8%
Drive Alone
57.0%
Public Transit
15.0%
Work From Home
32.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
15.1%
Foreign Born
69.8%
Non-English at Home
3.8%
Veterans
12.6%
With Disability
97.0%
Health Insurance
95.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 15.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.3% |
| Retail Trade | 9.1% |
| Information | 8.7% |
| Manufacturing | 6.9% |
| Public Administration | 5.6% |
| Construction | 5.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 4.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Winthrop Town, Massachusetts has a population of 18,807 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 70th-largest city in Massachusetts.
The median household income in Winthrop Town, Massachusetts is $106,357, with 5.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Winthrop Town, Massachusetts is $606,900, with median monthly rent at $1,909 and a homeownership rate of 55.6%.
The median age in Winthrop Town, Massachusetts is 43.6 years. The population is 45.1% male and 54.9% female.
The population has grown 6.8% since 2010 (17,538 → 18,739).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.