Worcester, MA
Maps & Population Facts

Population
184,743
Population Density
4,945
Labor Participaton
61.2%
Bachelor's or Higher
30.0%
Median Household Income
$45,869
Median Individual Income
$30,801
Median Individual Income(Full-time Workers Only)
$45,149

Housing Estimates

Median House Value
$210,600
Median Gross Rent
$1,015
Median Mortgage Payment
$1,674
Housing Units
78,036
People who reside in Worcester live in:
Detached - Single Family Homes
32%
Apt, Condo, Other
68%
Analysis

Income

Households in Worcester earn signifcantly less money than the national median income, averaging 24% less per household.

Housing

Worcester has a median house price of $210,600. The cost of homeownership is comparable with other areas. The cost of renting in Worcester is % more than the national average.

Percent
Renter Occupied Households 38%
New Construction (Built after 2000) 6%

Demographics

The median age in Worcester is 34. Worcester has a population that is significantly younger than in comparison to the US median age.

Worcester ranks average for having an educated population. The percent of residents who have a college degree is comparable with other areas.

Housing Data

Housing Comparison
Worcester Massachusetts USA
Median Property Value 210,600 385,400 217,600
Median Mortgage Payment 1,674 2,108 1,513
Median Gross Rent 1,015 1,208 1,012
Property Vacancy 9.3% 10.0% 12.6%
% Renters 58% 38% 36%
Residents per Sq. Mi. 4,945 885 93
Personal Comparison
Worcester Massachusetts USA
Median Household Income 45,869 77,385 60,336
Median Individual Income 30,801 41,700 33,646
Median Income (Full-Time) 45,149 60,923 46,881
Median Age 34.2 39.5 38.1
Labor Participation 61.2% 67.8% 62.8%
Attained College Degree 30.0% 43.4% 32.0%

Population Density Analysis

Worcester, MA
4,945
Residents per Sq. Mile
The population density of Worcester is comparable to that of a Small City.
Major City
10,000 Residents +
Mid-Sized City
5,000 Residents +
Small City
2,500 Residents +
Suburban
500 Residents +
Rural
100 Residents +
Remote
1 Residents +

Demographics