Malden, MA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Middlesex County · Massachusetts
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Malden based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
65,509
2023 ACS
Median Income
$95,298
2023
Median Home Value
$607,500
2023
Median Rent
$2,066
2023
Median Age
35.8
Unemployment
5.6%
Cost of Living Index
177.1
100 = national avg
Malden is a city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, with a population of 65,509 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Malden is one of the communities in Massachusetts.
The median household income in Malden is $95,298, and the median home value is $607,500. The cost of living index is 177.1 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $2,066 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.6%, and the median age is 35.8 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
65,509
Male
33,755
51.5%
Female
31,754
48.5%
Median Age
35.8
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
33.0%
High School or Higher
50.3%
Foreign Born
40.8%
Veterans
2.3%
Married
42.9%
Avg Household Size
2.5
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.686
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
44.4%
Foreign Born
40.8%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
8.1%
5,326 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
91.9%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
61,676
English Only
50.9%
#1 Non-English Language
Chinese
9,009 speakers
Limited English
26.0%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
74.0%
Limited English Proficiency
26.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,493
2.3% of population
Disability Rate
21.4%
320 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$51,518
Unemployment Rate
2.0%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,304
87.3%
Female Veterans
189
12.7%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$51,518
Non-Veteran Income
$50,507
Difference
$1,011
2.0% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
320
Without Disability
1,173
Disability Rate
21.4%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
36,650
#1 Ancestry
Irish
12.3% (8,080)
#2 Ancestry
Italian
9.8% (6,445)
#3 Ancestry
West Indian
5.4% (3,511)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
26,319
Family Households
16,072
61.1%
Married Couples
11,961
45.4%
Non-Family Households
10,247
38.9%
Single Mother Households
2,685
10.2%
Single Father Households
1,426
5.4%
Living Alone
6,776
25.7%
Children Under 18
Total Children
10,473
In Married Couple
8,305
79.3%
With Single Mother
1,683
16.1%
With Single Father
485
4.6%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$111,074
Married Couple Income
$122,052
Single Mother Income
$67,914
Single Father Income
$59,474
Avg Family Size
2.5
Avg Non-Family Size
2.2
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,364
Grandparents Responsible
383
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$95,298
+30% vs national
Per Capita Income
$47,303
+27% vs national
Poverty Rate
13.3%
-2% vs national
Gini Index
0.4412
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.6%
+8% vs national
SNAP Recipients
15.9%
of households
How Malden Compares
Malden vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Malden is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Malden, MA has a median household income of $95,298, making it the 5,595th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Malden has a higher median household income than 80% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Malden, MA has a per capita income of $47,303, making it the 5,332nd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Malden has a higher per capita income than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Malden, MA has a poverty rate of 13.3%, making it the 12,881st highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Malden has a higher poverty rate than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Malden, MA has a unemployment rate of 5.6%, making it the 10,024th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Malden has a higher unemployment rate than 68% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Malden. The median household income here is $95,298.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.6%
+15% vs MA avg
Labor Force
39,404
Employed
37,146
Mean Commute
29 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
33.0%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
50.3%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.8
Work from Home
17.6%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$154.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
177.1
100 = national avg
+77.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$77,939
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$184,220
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$2,476
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,941
per month
The median household income in Malden, MA is $95,298, which is 30.1% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $47,303. The poverty rate of 13.3% is higher than the MA state average of 8.7%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4412, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.6%, compared to the state average of 4.9%. The labor force is 39,404. 33.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 29 minutes, with 17.6% working from home. About 45.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 177.1, which is 77.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 256.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $77,939 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$895,000
Median List Price
$639,394
Price Per Sq Ft
$380
Days on Market
31
Active Inventory
36
Months of Supply
1.9
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$661,554
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,607
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
31.6%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
31.3%
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.5%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
19
New Listings
16
Pending Sales
16
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$380
Median List $/SF
$454
Malden vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Malden is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Malden, MA has a median home value of $607,500, making it the 2,093rd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Malden has a higher median home value than 93% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Malden, MA has a median rent of $2,066, making it the 1,477th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Malden has a higher median rent than 93% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Malden, MA has a price per square foot of $380, making it the 2,172nd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Malden has a higher price per square foot than 90% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Malden, MA has a rent burden of 26.0%, making it the 2,808th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Malden has a higher rent burden than 87% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$607,500
Median Rent
$2,066
Total Housing Units
28,043
Vacancy Rate
6.2%
Owner Occupied
42.1%
Renter Occupied
57.9%
Median Property Tax
$4,948
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,120
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$4,948
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.81%
of home value
Median Home Value
$607,500
Estimated Mean Tax
$5,060
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($4,948) by the median home value ($607,500). In Malden, MA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.81%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Malden, MA is $895,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 31 days on the market. 31.6% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 1.9 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $380. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,607/month. About 42.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1943. There are 28,043 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $4,948. The effective tax rate is 0.81%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
2.92
per 1,000 residents
+12% vs national
Property Crime Rate
11.79
per 1,000 residents
-31% vs national
Total Crimes
972
2024
Violent Clearance
46%
cases solved
Property Clearance
4%
cases solved
YoY Change
+9.9%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Malden Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Malden vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Malden is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Malden police solve 53% of aggravated assault cases but only 3% of larceny/theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 10 | 0.15 | 10.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 26 | 0.39 | 19.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 157 | 2.38 | 52.9% |
| Burglary | Property | 80 | 1.21 | 12.5% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 587 | 8.89 | 2.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 112 | 1.70 | 8.9% |
Malden, MA reported 193 violent crimes and 779 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 2.92 per 1,000 residents is 12.4% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 46% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 587 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 14.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 193 | 779 | 2.92 | 11.79 |
| 2023 | 171 | 907 | 2.66 | 14.11 |
| 2022 | 150 | 803 | 2.33 | 12.48 |
| 2021 | 155 | 715 | 2.56 | 11.83 |
| 2020 | 162 | 752 | 2.69 | 12.49 |
| 2019 | 162 | 719 | 2.67 | 11.84 |
| 2018 | 181 | 589 | 2.94 | 9.58 |
| 2017 | 207 | 780 | 3.39 | 12.77 |
| 2016 | 169 | 717 | 2.77 | 11.73 |
| 2015 | 237 | 929 | 3.87 | 15.18 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
96.9
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
98.0
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
15.8
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
89.8
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
35
Public Assistance
$631.0M
Individual Assistance
$39.0M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
9 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Lee → | Hurricane | Sep 2023 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Winter Storm | Apr 2022 | $29K | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $559.2M | $19.1M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Jul 2018 | $10.8M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm, Snowstorm, and Floo… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2015 | $14.7M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm, Snowstorm, and Floo… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2013 | $9.6M | — |
| Explosions → | Terrorist | Apr 2013 | $958K | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Dec 2012 | $175K | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Severe Storm and Snowstorm → | Severe Storm | Jan 2012 | $4.4M | — |
| Severe Storm → | Severe Storm | Nov 2011 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | $1.6M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Mar 2011 | $6.4M | — |
| Hurricane Earl → | Hurricane | Sep 2010 | $20K | — |
| Water Main Break → | Other | May 2010 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Mar 2010 | $5.9M | $9.6M |
| Severe Winter Storm and Flooding → | Severe Ice Storm | Jan 2009 | $4.2M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Storm | Dec 2008 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | May 2006 | — | $8.8M |
Showing 20 of 41 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
3,749
Total Claims Paid
$36,485,823
Avg Claim Payout
$9,732
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
75
Federal Funding
$21,508,870
Properties Protected
4
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.28
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 28 | $8,735,589 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 8 | $124,872 |
| 500.3: Flood Control - Dam | 4 | $947,017 |
| 601.1: Generators | 4 | $60,010 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular; 602.1: Other Equipment Purchase and Installation | 3 | $305,925 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Malden has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are ice storm, lightning, earthquake. The area has had 35 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (9 declarations). 3,749 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $630,967,091 in public assistance recovery funding. $38,973,702 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 75 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
25.4%
10.7pp below the national average
Depression Rate
23.3%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.9%
2.0pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
5.8%
4.8pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
33.5%
Arthritis
21.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
12.5%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
16.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.3%
Loneliness
38.1%
Lack of Support
26.8%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
27.5%
Mobility
11.1%
Cognitive
15.0%
Hearing
5.0%
Vision
4.6%
Self-Care
3.2%
Independent Living
7.9%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Malden has an obesity rate of 25.4%, which is 10.7pp below the national average. The depression rate is 23.3%, near the national average. About 5.8% of adults lack health insurance. 78.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.8 mi
Melrosewakefield Healthcare
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melrosewakefield Healthcare | 1.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | 4.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary - | 4.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| The Shriners' Hospital For Children - Boston | 4.6 mi | Childrens | — | — |
| Winchester Hospital | 4.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
66,263
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| MALDEN WATER DIVISION (MWRA) | 66,263 | 0 |
There are 1 water system serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
29 min
+26% vs national
Drive Alone
45.5%
-42% vs national
Public Transit
19.3%
+2041% vs national
Work From Home
17.6%
+89% vs national
Carpool
12.7%
Walk / Bike
2.8%
combined
How Malden's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
2
2023
5-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Malden, MA is 29 minutes, which is 25.6% above the national average of 23 minutes. 45.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 17.6% work from home, which is above the MA state average of 15.7%. Public transit is used by 19.3% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 12.7% of workers carpool. 2.2% walk to work. 0.6% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 2 traffic fatalities from 2 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
93.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
80.5%
of households
No Internet
5.2%
of households
Total Households
26,319
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.5%
of households
Smartphone
90.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
84.2%
of households
Tablet
63.7%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
29.4¢
per kWh
+60% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
20.9¢
per kWh
+41% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
18.2¢
per kWh
+64% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$167
residential
+15% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
72% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Massachusetts averages 29.4¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $167. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Malden vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
66,263
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MALDEN WATER DIVISION (MWRA) | Community | Purchased surface water | 66,263 | 0 |
93.4% of households in Malden have broadband internet access. 80.5% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 10.9% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 5.2% of households have no internet access. 6.8% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 66,263 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Malden is located in Middlesex County, MA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Malden.
Election Overview
Source: Middlesex County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
554,471
68.5%
GOP Votes
235,118
29.0%
Total Votes
809,513
Margin
D+39.4%
Shift from 2020
R+5.7pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 554,471 | 235,118 | 809,513 | 68.5% | 29.0% | D+39.4 |
| 2020 | 617,196 | 226,956 | 863,577 | 71.5% | 26.3% | D+45.2 |
| 2016 | 508,919 | 216,163 | 767,337 | 66.3% | 28.2% | D+38.2 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Middlesex County recorded 809,513 total votes. Democrats won the county with 68.5% of the vote compared to 29.0% for Republicans, a margin of D+39.4%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+5.7pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Middlesex County has shifted 1.3 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
232
Total Assets
$434.4M
Total Income
$879.8M
Per 10K Residents
35.4
nonprofits
-34.1% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
30
Median Assets
$202K
Oldest Active
1928
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $333.4M of $434.4M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Malden
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFMalden, MA has 232 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $434.4M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 31 organizations. 30 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 35.4 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1928.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
406
Total Approved
$50.6M
Jobs Supported
2,351
Per 10K Residents
62.0
SBA loans
-10.6% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
52
Top Lender
Eastern Bank
132 loans
Top Industry
Health Care & Social Assistance
Data Span
1992–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
386
Total Amount
$42.5M
Avg Loan
$110,178
Median Loan
$50,000
SBA Guaranteed
$28.6M(67%)
Jobs Supported
2,139
Loans
20
Total Amount
$8.1M
Avg Loan
$402,700
Median Loan
$293,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
52
13% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$9.1M
18% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$175,210
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Helidirect Llc | 3 | $1.8M |
| Embrace Pathways to Wellness Llc | 1 | $1.6M |
| Hoff's Bakery | 1 | $1.6M |
| Comfydental P.c. | 1 | $1.3M |
| Rte 99 Gas & Service | 2 | $1.3M |
| Sweet Spot Bakery Llc | 1 | $1.1M |
| New Freedom Holdings Llc & Cal | 1 | $900K |
| Gentle Giant Moving Co., Inc. | 1 | $843K |
| Commonwealth Scaffold Llc | 4 | $800K |
| Tap Ii | 1 | $785K |
Malden, MA has received 406 SBA loans totaling $50.6M in approved funding between 1992 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 386 loans (95% of the total), supporting 2,139 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 20 loans totaling $8.1M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Health Care & Social Assistance. The most active SBA lender in Malden is Eastern Bank with 132 loans. That works out to 62.0 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
71
Total Population
1,716,916
Avg Median Income
-$28,054,593
Avg Home Value
-$46,156,878
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01801 | 41,205 | $107,754 | $641,800 | $2,190 | 12.7 |
| 01803 | 26,068 | $142,421 | $679,400 | $2,615 | 11.3 |
| 01867 | 25,474 | $163,407 | $741,100 | $1,722 | 10.0 |
| 01880 | 27,258 | $130,419 | $670,100 | $1,872 | 7.4 |
| 01890 | 22,862 | $218,176 | $1,181,700 | $2,271 | 6.0 |
| 01901 | 1,934 | $27,561 | $343,200 | $1,193 | 0.3 |
| 01902 | 51,680 | $66,755 | $456,000 | $1,571 | 2.4 |
| 01904 | 20,103 | $100,597 | $515,100 | $1,742 | 4.3 |
| 01905 | 27,188 | $84,341 | $443,200 | $1,749 | 3.0 |
| 01906 | 28,599 | $100,819 | $589,500 | $1,982 | 11.6 |
| 01907 | 15,279 | $127,714 | $690,800 | $2,206 | 3.0 |
| 01908 | 3,328 | $111,004 | $686,000 | $1,790 | 1.1 |
| 01940 | 13,183 | $171,044 | $891,100 | $2,333 | 10.1 |
| 01960 | 53,961 | $95,173 | $566,700 | $1,902 | 16.0 |
| 02108 | 4,178 | $212,664 | $1,570,400 | $2,692 | 0.3 |
| 02109 | 3,714 | $177,500 | $1,007,200 | $3,501 | 0.2 |
| 02110 | 2,178 | $132,239 | $1,104,700 | $3,142 | 0.2 |
| 02111 | 8,067 | $70,865 | $953,400 | $1,994 | 0.2 |
| 02113 | 6,522 | $110,321 | $693,900 | $2,498 | 0.1 |
| 02114 | 13,853 | $135,057 | $927,900 | $2,933 | 0.4 |
| 02115 | 28,621 | $53,398 | $1,015,400 | $2,033 | 0.7 |
| 02116 | 22,040 | $127,309 | $1,583,500 | $2,341 | 0.7 |
| 02118 | 28,522 | $90,142 | $1,029,100 | $1,748 | 1.1 |
| 02119 | 26,851 | $43,255 | $668,900 | $1,252 | 1.6 |
| 02120 | 15,248 | $61,472 | $941,200 | $1,630 | 0.6 |
| 02121 | 28,298 | $38,565 | $548,100 | $1,316 | 1.9 |
| 02122 | 23,471 | $82,945 | $656,400 | $2,052 | 1.7 |
| 02124 | 55,897 | $79,168 | $607,200 | $1,783 | 3.0 |
| 02125 | 33,069 | $71,810 | $645,400 | $1,897 | 2.2 |
| 02127 | 36,646 | $156,373 | $858,600 | $2,435 | 2.1 |
| 02128 | 44,124 | $92,079 | $680,000 | $2,009 | 5.0 |
| 02129 | 19,994 | $157,192 | $926,000 | $2,258 | 1.4 |
| 02130 | 41,109 | $130,533 | $763,700 | $2,434 | 3.5 |
| 02133 | 80 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 02134 | 17,637 | $75,317 | $586,700 | $2,269 | 1.2 |
| 02135 | 43,683 | $88,208 | $684,000 | $2,179 | 2.6 |
| 02138 | 38,077 | $122,040 | $1,088,700 | $2,799 | 2.7 |
| 02139 | 39,609 | $124,648 | $1,066,200 | $2,613 | 1.6 |
| 02140 | 21,361 | $136,382 | $1,070,200 | $2,581 | 1.2 |
| 02141 | 14,677 | $120,542 | $892,600 | $2,752 | 0.6 |
| 02142 | 4,349 | $168,788 | $1,726,900 | $3,501 | 0.3 |
| 02143 | 25,161 | $126,102 | $930,200 | $2,424 | 1.5 |
| 02144 | 25,009 | $140,591 | $987,000 | $2,654 | 1.1 |
| 02145 | 27,929 | $119,167 | $784,900 | $2,377 | 1.4 |
| 02148 | 65,509 | $95,298 | $607,500 | $2,066 | 5.0 |
| 02149 | 49,236 | $79,658 | $605,200 | $1,988 | 3.4 |
| 02150 | 39,444 | $72,122 | $476,500 | $1,861 | 2.2 |
| 02151 | 59,949 | $80,948 | $566,200 | $1,964 | 5.7 |
| 02152 | 18,807 | $106,357 | $606,900 | $1,909 | 1.7 |
| 02155 | 61,276 | $118,403 | $715,500 | $2,483 | 8.2 |
| 02163 | 1,852 | $74,028 | N/A | $3,501 | 0.2 |
| 02171 | 20,513 | $104,992 | $630,200 | $2,281 | 2.5 |
| 02176 | 29,488 | $126,854 | $796,100 | $1,933 | 4.7 |
| 02180 | 22,986 | $112,635 | $629,000 | $1,878 | 6.0 |
| 02199 | 1,253 | $118,367 | N/A | $3,404 | 0.1 |
| 02203 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 02205 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 02210 | 6,554 | $178,833 | $1,212,000 | $3,501 | 0.9 |
| 02215 | 24,054 | $65,827 | $683,800 | $2,385 | 0.9 |
| 02420 | 16,287 | $233,068 | $1,148,100 | $2,771 | 7.0 |
| 02421 | 17,798 | $212,843 | $1,147,700 | $2,847 | 9.6 |
| 02445 | 22,568 | $145,878 | $1,218,000 | $2,779 | 2.6 |
| 02446 | 31,109 | $127,519 | $1,172,800 | $2,757 | 1.3 |
| 02452 | 16,173 | $112,902 | $779,900 | $2,325 | 3.8 |
| 02458 | 13,308 | $151,782 | $1,116,600 | $2,313 | 2.0 |
| 02460 | 10,033 | $154,329 | $1,124,300 | $2,606 | 1.4 |
| 02467 | 22,325 | $173,854 | $1,249,100 | $3,067 | 4.9 |
| 02472 | 35,317 | $123,383 | $737,600 | $2,356 | 4.0 |
| 02474 | 28,283 | $139,199 | $887,000 | $2,157 | 3.1 |
| 02476 | 17,732 | $145,150 | $882,100 | $1,823 | 2.1 |
| 02478 | 26,966 | $177,790 | $1,108,800 | $2,382 | 4.6 |
Malden, MA has 71 ZIP codes with a combined population of 1,716,916. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$28,054,593. The average median home value is -$46,156,878. The average median monthly rent is -$28,166,809.
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