Census ACS 2023 · 14 counties
Richest Counties in Massachusetts
Income varies significantly across Massachusetts's 14 counties. Middlesex County leads with a median household income of $126,779. County-level income data reveals economic disparities within the state that statewide averages can mask — affluent suburban counties often have incomes 2-3x higher than rural counties in the same state. These differences affect school funding, public services, and quality of life.
Source: Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
| # | County | Median Income | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Worcester County | $93,561 | 861,664 |
| 2 | Suffolk County | $92,859 | 782,172 |
| 3 | Plymouth County | $109,698 | 531,889 |
| 4 | Norfolk County | $126,497 | 724,540 |
| 5 | Nantucket County | $119,750 | 14,299 |
| 6 | Middlesex County | $126,779 | 1,622,896 |
| 7 | Hampshire County | $86,391 | 156,595 |
| 8 | Hampden County | $70,535 | 462,853 |
| 9 | Franklin County | $72,584 | 70,922 |
| 10 | Essex County | $99,431 | 807,258 |
| 11 | Dukes County | $102,348 | 20,751 |
| 12 | Bristol County | $84,198 | 578,436 |
| 13 | Berkshire County | $72,565 | 128,047 |
| 14 | Barnstable County | $94,452 | 230,073 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Middlesex County is the #1 ranked county in Massachusetts by median household income, with a value of $126,779 according to Census ACS 2023 data.
Massachusetts has 14 counties tracked in Census ACS 2023 data.
All data comes from the American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-Year estimates by the US Census Bureau.
Data from the American Community Survey 2023 5-Year estimates. Covers all counties in Massachusetts.