Demographics in Athol, MA

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Athol?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

8,711

Male

4,317

49.6%

Female

4,394

50.4%

Median Age

36.7

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

88.8%

Black

3.6%

Hispanic

8.1%

Asian

0.4%

Two or More

4.3%

Other

2.9%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

14.8%

High School or Higher

41.3%

Foreign Born

3.5%

Veterans

5.6%

Married

31.2%

Avg Household Size

2.6

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Athol, MA has a population of 8,711 with a median age of 36.7. The racial makeup is 88.8% White, 8.1% Hispanic, 3.6% Black. About 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 3.5%.