Worcester County's 2026 population is estimated at 898,118, reflecting a 0.95% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Worcester County is the 2nd largest county in Massachusetts. The 2010 population was 800,404 and has grown 12.21% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.2 years
Female: 41.3 years
Male: 39.3 years
There are 688,867 adults, (147,690 of whom are seniors) in Worcester County.
Female: 436,771 (50.3%)
Male: 431,017 (49.7%)
The racial composition of Worcester County includes 72.71% White, 5.33% Asian, 5.21% Black or African American, 4.74% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 630,934 | 72.71% |
| Two or more races | 101,798 | 11.73% |
| Asian | 46,238 | 5.33% |
| Black or African American | 45,228 | 5.21% |
| Other race | 41,159 | 4.74% |
| Native American | 2,170 | 0.25% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 261 | 0.03% |
Worcester County 's average per capita income is $61,783. Household income levels show a median of $95,939. The poverty rate stands at 10.33%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $141,881 | $169,922 |
| Families | $119,408 | $147,693 |
| Households | $95,939 | $124,653 |
| Non Families | $53,647 | $73,777 |
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