State
County
Land Area (mi²)
31.9 sq mi
Density (mi²)
4,774.60/sq mi
2020 Growth Rate
-0.47% (-723)
Growth Since 2010
-0.59% (-900)
Rank in State
Rank in Country
Springfield, Massachusetts Population 2021
152,160
Springfield is a city located in Hampden County Massachusetts. With a 2020 population of 152,160, it is the 3rd largest city in Massachusetts (after Boston and ) and the 173rd largest city in the United States . Springfield is currently declining at a rate of -0.47% annually and its population has decreased by -0.59% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 153,060 in 2010. Spanning over 33 miles, Springfield has a population density of 4,775 people per square mile.
The average household income in Springfield is $55,658 with a poverty rate of 26.94%. The median rental costs in recent years comes to $877 per month, and the median house value is $156,200. The median age in Springfield is 33.4 years, 30.8 years for males, and 35.6 years for females.
Springfield Demographics
According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Springfieldwas:
- White: 63.33%
- Black or African American: 20.94%
- Other race: 8.08%
- Two or more races: 4.51%
- Asian: 2.70%
- Native American: 0.44%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.01%
The current population of Springfield, Massachusetts is 152,160 based on our projections of the latest US Census estimates. The US Census estimates the 2018 population at 152,160.The last official US Census in 2010 recorded the population at 153,060.
2020 and 2021 population is estimated by projecting the 2019 numbers.
| Year | Population | Growth | Growth Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 691,870 | -2,756 | -0.40% |
| 2020 | 694,626 | -2,756 | -0.40% |
| 2019 | 697,382 | -2,756 | -0.40% |
| 2018 | 700,138 | 751 | 0.11% |
| 2017 | 699,387 | -417 | -0.06% |
| 2016 | 699,804 | -884 | -0.13% |
| 2015 | 700,688 | -983 | -0.14% |
| 2014 | 701,671 | 1,707 | 0.24% |
| 2013 | 699,964 | 903 | 0.13% |
| 2012 | 699,061 | 1,044 | 0.15% |
| 2011 | 698,017 | 3,082 | 0.44% |
| 2010 | 694,935 | 0.00% |
| Race | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White | 97,614 | 63.33% |
| Black or African American | 32,278 | 20.94% |
| Some Other Race | 12,450 | 8.08% |
| Two or More Races | 6,951 | 4.51% |
| Asian | 4,157 | 2.70% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 678 | 0.44% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 11 | 0.01% |
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Springfield Population Pyramid $2021
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| Type | Count | Average Size | Owned |
|---|---|---|---|
| All | 56,358 | 2.64 | 46.6 |
| Non Family | 21,212 | 1.23 | 41.2 |
| Married | 16,479 | 3.41 | 70 |
| Female | 14,906 | 3.55 | 27.1 |
| Male | 3,761 | 3.53 | 52.8 |
3.34
Average Family Size
2.64
Average Household Size
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| Education Attained | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Less Than 9th Grade | 8,819 | 9.19% |
| 9th to 12th Grade | 11,726 | 12.23% |
| High School Graduate | 31,153 | 32.48% |
| Some College | 18,584 | 19.38% |
| Associates Degree | 7,846 | 8.18% |
| Bachelors Degree | 11,103 | 11.58% |
| Graduate Degree | 6,683 | 6.97% |
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Springfield Educational Attainment by Race
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| Race | Total | High School | Bachelors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hispanic | 37,063 | 23,607 | 2,992 |
| White | 35,934 | 32,131 | 9,734 |
| Black | 19,796 | 17,215 | 4,092 |
| Other Race | 7,484 | 4,812 | 577 |
| Asian | 2,864 | 1,956 | 736 |
| 2+ Races | 2,558 | 2,158 | 529 |
| Native American | 435 | 183 | 16 |
The highest rate of high school graduation is among white people with a rate of 89.42%.
The highest rate of bachelors degrees is among white people with a rate of 27.09%.
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$32,499
Average Earnings
$37,627
Average Male
$30,820
Average Female
Springfield Language by Age
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Springfield Language
60.91% of Springfield residents speak only English, while 39.09% speak other languages. The non-English language spoken by the largest group is Spanish, which is spoken by 32.97% of the population.
Springfield Poverty by Race
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| Name | Total | In Poverty | Poverty Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hispanic | 68,754 | 26,732 | 38.88% |
| Black | 31,763 | 7,544 | 23.75% |
| White | 44,199 | 5,638 | 12.76% |
| Other | 12,409 | 5,245 | 42.27% |
| Multiple | 6,878 | 2,041 | 29.67% |
| Asian | 3,948 | 948 | 24.01% |
| Native | 678 | 212 | 31.27% |
26.94%
Overall Poverty Rate
23.99%
Male Poverty Rate
29.63%
Female Poverty Rate
Poverty in Springfield
The race most likely to be in poverty in Springfield is Other, with 42.27% below the poverty level.
The race least likely to be in poverty in Springfield is White, with 12.76% below the poverty level.
The poverty rate among those that worked full-time for the past 12 months was 3.32%. Among those working part-time, it was 22.50%, and for those that did not work, the poverty rate was 40.24%.
Springfield Marital Status
Marriage Rates
30.9%
Overall Marriage Rate
33.1%
Male Marriage Rate
28.9%
Female Marriage Rate
Springfield Married by Age and Sex
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Springfield Marriage
The age group where males are most likely to be married is Over 65, while the female age group most likely to be married is 55-64.
Springfield Marital Status by Race
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| Name | Veterans | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| White | 4,156 | 5.47% |
| Hispanic | 902 | 1.94% |
| Black | 849 | 3.60% |
| Other Race | 116 | 1.27% |
| 2+ Races | 115 | 3.28% |
| Asian | 36 | 1.13% |
| Native American | 30 | 6.04% |
Springfield Veterans by Education
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9.47%
Veteran Poverty Rate
33.85%
Veteran Disability Rate
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57.7%
Labor Force Participation
53%
Employment Rate
8.2%
Unemployment Rate
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Origin of Non-Citizens
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Non citizens include legal permanent residents (green card holders), international students, temporary workers, humanitarian migrants, and illegal immigrants.
Origin of Naturalized Citizens
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55.46%
Born in Springfield
90.02%
Native Born
9.98%
Foreign Born
4.88%
Non Citizen
5.10%
Naturalized
Place of Birth
90.02% of Springfield residents were born in the United States, with 55.46% having been born in Massachusetts. 4.88% of residents are not US citizens. Of those not born in the United States, the largest percentage are from Latin America.
Note: 2020 and 2021 data is projected
| Year | Population | Growth | Annual Growth Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 152,160 | -723 | -0.47% |
| 2020 | 152,883 | -723 | -0.47% |
| 2019 | 153,606 | -723 | -0.47% |
| 2018 | 154,329 | 122 | 0.08% |
| 2017 | 154,207 | 179 | 0.12% |
| 2016 | 154,028 | -554 | -0.36% |
| 2015 | 154,582 | 206 | 0.13% |
| 2014 | 154,376 | 320 | 0.21% |
| 2013 | 154,056 | 123 | 0.08% |
| 2012 | 153,933 | 160 | 0.10% |
| 2011 | 153,773 | 204 | 0.13% |
| 2010 | 153,569 | 1,487 | 0.10% |
| 2000 | 152,082 | -4,901 | -0.32% |
| 1990 | 156,983 | 4,664 | 0.30% |
| 1980 | 152,319 | -11,586 | -0.73% |
| 1970 | 163,905 | -10,558 | -0.62% |
| 1960 | 174,463 | 12,064 | 0.72% |
| 1950 | 162,399 | 12,845 | 0.83% |
| 1940 | 149,554 | -346 | -0.02% |
| 1930 | 149,900 | 20,286 | 1.46% |
| 1920 | 129,614 | 40,688 | 3.84% |
| 1910 | 88,926 | 26,867 | 3.66% |
| 1900 | 62,059 | 17,880 | 3.46% |
| 1890 | 44,179 | 10,839 | 2.85% |
| 1880 | 33,340 | 6,637 | 2.24% |
| 1870 | 26,703 | 11,504 | 5.80% |
| 1860 | 15,199 | 3,433 | 2.59% |
| 1850 | 11,766 | 781 | 0.69% |
| 1840 | 10,985 | 4,201 | 4.94% |
| 1830 | 6,784 | 2,884 | 5.69% |
| 1820 | 3,900 | 1,100 | 3.37% |
| 1810 | 2,800 | 500 | 1.99% |
| 1800 | 2,300 | 700 | 3.70% |
| 1790 | 1,600 | 0.00% |