Demographics in Chelsea, MA

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

Where is Chelsea?

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Population

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

Total Population

39,460

Male

19,891

50.4%

Female

19,569

49.6%

Median Age

34.5

Race & Ethnicity

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

White

26.9%

Black

7.0%

Hispanic

65.0%

Asian

2.9%

Two or More

50.9%

Other

11.7%

Education & Household

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

Bachelor's or Higher

14.9%

High School or Higher

35.8%

Foreign Born

45.3%

Veterans

1.5%

Married

31.6%

Avg Household Size

2.9

Marital Status by Age

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

Chelsea, MA has a population of 39,460 with a median age of 34.5. The racial makeup is 26.9% White, 65.0% Hispanic, 7.0% Black, 2.9% Asian. About 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 45.3%.