Massachusetts, located in the New England region of the northeastern United States, is divided into 14 counties and contains more than 350 incorporated cities and towns. Boston is the state capital and largest city, serving as an economic and cultural hub, while other major cities include Worcester, Springfield, Lowell, and Cambridge. The state has a population of approximately 7 million people, making it the 15th most populous in the U.S. Despite its relatively small area of about 10,565 square miles, Massachusetts is densely populated, especially in the Greater Boston area. The state’s geography includes coastal lowlands along the Atlantic Ocean, rolling hills, and mountain ranges in the western part of the state, such as the Berkshires. Massachusetts is known for its diverse economy, including sectors like education, healthcare, biotechnology, finance, and tourism. The state’s major airport is Logan International Airport (BOS) in Boston, which serves as a key hub for both domestic and international flights. Other regional airports include Worcester Regional Airport (ORH) and smaller airports like Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK) and Martha’s Vineyard Airport (MVY), providing air service to the islands and more remote areas. Massachusetts is home to some of the world’s most prestigious higher education institutions, including Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, both of which are global leaders in research and innovation. The state also hosts Boston University, Tufts University, and the University of Massachusetts system, with its flagship campus in Amherst. Massachusetts boasts a highly developed healthcare system, anchored by renowned hospitals such as Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, both affiliated with Harvard Medical School and recognized for their advanced care and research. Boston Children’s Hospital is one of the top pediatric hospitals in the country, and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is known for its cutting-edge cancer treatment and research. Other significant healthcare institutions include UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester and Baystate Medical Center in Springfield. The state’s healthcare network provides a full range of medical services, ensuring that residents in both urban and rural areas have access to world-class care.
Massachusetts has 14 counties, though several have lost their governmental functions. The most populous counties are Middlesex County (Cambridge), Worcester County, Suffolk County (Boston), Essex County, Norfolk County, Plymouth County, Bristol County, Hampden County,...
Massachusetts has around 351 incorporated municipalities, many of which are towns. The state capital and largest city is Boston, which is one of the oldest cities in the U.S. and a major cultural, educational,...
Population: 55,976. Estimated population in July 2024: 56,251 (+0.5% change) Males: 26,904 (48.1%), Females: 29,072 (51.9%) Bristol County Demographics Median resident age: 35.7 years Median household income: $42,932 Median house value: $145,800 Population by...
Population: 6,799. Estimated population in July 2024: 7,491 (+10.2% change) Males: 3,417 (50.3%), Females: 3,382 (49.7%) Worcester County Demographics Median resident age: 38.0 years Median household income: $48,482 Median house value: $110,800 Population by...
Population: 28,851. Estimated population in July 2024: 29,043 (+0.7% change) Males: 14,141 (49.0%), Females: 14,710 (51.0%) Middlesex County Demographics Median resident age: 37.6 years Median household income: $68,800 Median house value: $200,700 Population by...
Population: 2,939 Males: 1,378 (46.9%), Females: 1,561 (53.1%) Hampden County Demographics Median resident age: 37.4 years Median household income: $37,528 Median house value: $113,900 Population by Race Races in Three Rivers: White Non-Hispanic (96.9%)...
Population: 6,141. Estimated population in July 2024: 6,183 (+0.7% change) Males: 2,979 (48.5%), Females: 3,162 (51.5%) Essex County Demographics Median resident age: 41.0 years Median household income: $96,430 Median house value: $333,500 Population by...
Population: 9,198. Estimated population in July 2024: 9,285 (+0.9% change) Males: 4,561 (49.6%), Females: 4,637 (50.4%) Middlesex County Demographics Median resident age: 35.4 years Median household income: $61,745 Median house value: $159,700 Population by...
Population: 2,087. Estimated population in July 2024: 2,164 (+3.7% change) Males: 968 (46.4%), Females: 1,119 (53.6%) Barnstable County Demographics Median resident age: 45.7 years Median household income: $42,981 Median house value: $286,500 Population by...
Population: 4,441 Males: 2,106 (47.4%), Females: 2,335 (52.6%) Franklin County Demographics Median resident age: 38.8 years Median household income: $24,243 Median house value: $109,400 Population by Race Races in Turners Falls: White Non-Hispanic (92.9%)...
Population: 11,081. Estimated population in July 2024: 11,338 (+2.3% change) Males: 5,470 (49.4%), Females: 5,611 (50.6%) Demographics Median resident age: 34.7 years Median household income: $69,818 Median house value: $210,400 Population by Race Races...
Population: 350. Estimated population in July 2024: 352 (+0.6% change) Males: 176 (50.3%), Females: 174 (49.7%) Berkshire County Demographics Median resident age: 47.5 years Median household income: $60,250 Median house value: $188,500 Population by...
Population: 5,642. Estimated population in July 2024: 6,397 (+13.4% change) Males: 2,757 (48.9%), Females: 2,885 (51.1%) Worcester County Demographics Median resident age: 37.0 years Median household income: $78,595 Median house value: $239,000 Population by...
Population: 11,156. Estimated population in July 2024: 12,409 (+11.2% change) Males: 5,479 (49.1%), Females: 5,677 (50.9%) Worcester County Demographics Median resident age: 35.3 years Median household income: $61,855 Median house value: $165,900 Population by...
Population: 2,048 Males: 983 (48.0%), Females: 1,065 (52.0%) Dukes County Demographics Median resident age: 40.6 years Median household income: $37,318 Median house value: $250,000 Population by Race Races in Vineyard Haven: White Non-Hispanic (88.4%)...
Population: 24,804. Estimated population in July 2024: 24,575 (-0.9% change) Males: 11,762 (47.4%), Females: 13,042 (52.6%) Middlesex County Demographics Median resident age: 38.9 years Median household income: $66,117 Median house value: $242,400 Population by...
Population: 1,737. Estimated population in July 2024: 1,821 (+4.8% change) Males: 865 (49.8%), Females: 872 (50.2%) Hampden County Demographics Median resident age: 38.0 years Median household income: $48,906 Median house value: $108,900 Population by...
Population: 22,824. Estimated population in July 2024: 23,112 (+1.3% change) Males: 11,412 (50.0%), Females: 11,412 (50.0%) Norfolk County Demographics Median resident age: 38.8 years Median household income: $74,757 Median house value: $245,700 Population by...
Population: 59,226. Estimated population in July 2024: 59,556 (+0.6% change) Males: 29,194 (49.3%), Females: 30,032 (50.7%) Middlesex County Demographics Median resident age: 34.2 years Median household income: $54,010 Median house value: $250,800 Population by...
Population: 9,707. Estimated population in July 2024: 10,005 (+3.1% change) Males: 4,727 (48.7%), Females: 4,980 (51.3%) Hampshire County Demographics Median resident age: 37.7 years Median household income: $36,875 Median house value: $114,200 Population by...
Population: 20,335. Estimated population in July 2024: 21,296 (+4.7% change) Males: 9,716 (47.8%), Females: 10,619 (52.2%) Plymouth County Demographics Median resident age: 39.3 years Median household income: $40,422 Median house value: $121,900 Population by...
Population: 4,776. Estimated population in July 2024: 5,045 (+5.6% change) Males: 2,342 (49.0%), Females: 2,434 (51.0%) Worcester County Demographics Median resident age: 36.9 years Median household income: $34,583 Median house value: $113,800 Population by...
Population: 750. Estimated population in July 2024: 763 (+1.7% change) Males: 380 (50.7%), Females: 370 (49.3%) Franklin County Demographics Median resident age: 40.6 years Median household income: $42,083 Median house value: $107,600 Population by...
Population: 32,986. Estimated population in July 2024: 32,303 (-2.1% change) Males: 15,265 (46.3%), Females: 17,721 (53.7%) Middlesex County Demographics Median resident age: 36.7 years Median household income: $59,764 Median house value: $270,600 Population by...
Population: 13,100. Estimated population in July 2024: 13,002 (-0.7% change) Males: 6,312 (48.2%), Females: 6,788 (51.8%) Middlesex County Demographics Median resident age: 41.4 years Median household income: $101,036 Median house value: $391,100 Population by...
Population: 16,415. Estimated population in July 2024: 16,851 (+2.7% change) Males: 7,901 (48.1%), Females: 8,514 (51.9%) Worcester County Demographics Median resident age: 38.0 years Median household income: $38,169 Median house value: $127,500 Population by...
Population: 26,613. Estimated population in July 2024: 26,978 (+1.4% change) Males: 11,651 (43.8%), Females: 14,962 (56.2%) Norfolk County Demographics Median resident age: 37.6 years Median household income: $113,686 Median house value: $548,100 Population by...
Population: 2,749. Estimated population in July 2024: 2,822 (+2.7% change) Males: 1,296 (47.1%), Females: 1,453 (52.9%) Barnstable County Demographics Median resident age: 47.0 years Median household income: $43,558 Median house value: $242,700 Population by...
Population: 986. Estimated population in July 2024: 1,036 (+5.1% change) Males: 509 (51.6%), Females: 477 (48.4%) Franklin County Demographics Median resident age: 38.1 years Median household income: $43,846 Median house value: $100,800 Population by...
Population: 4,440. Estimated population in July 2024: 4,650 (+4.7% change) Males: 2,006 (45.2%), Females: 2,434 (54.8%) Demographics Median resident age: 33.6 years Median household income: $90,524 Median house value: $362,500 Population by Race Races...