Berkshire County's 2026 population is estimated at 128,452, reflecting a -0.11% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Berkshire County is the 11th largest county in Massachusetts. The 2010 population was 131,318 and has grown -2.18% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 47.3 years
Female: 49 years
Male: 46 years
There are 108,768 adults, (32,417 of whom are seniors) in Berkshire County.
Female: 66,049 (51%)
Male: 63,381 (49%)
The racial composition of Berkshire County includes 85.87% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 111,145 | 85.87% |
| Two or more races | 8,980 | 6.94% |
| Black or African American | 3,426 | 2.65% |
| Other race | 2,810 | 2.17% |
| Asian | 2,461 | 1.9% |
| Native American | 565 | 0.44% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 43 | 0.03% |
Berkshire County 's average per capita income is $52,422. Household income levels show a median of $76,013. The poverty rate stands at 11.43%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $122,416 | - |
| Families | $100,589 | $138,315 |
| Households | $76,013 | $108,456 |
| Non Families | $43,418 | $65,435 |
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