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Hampden County, Massachusetts
Hampden County, Massachusetts. Hampden County had 464,338 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 0.3% since 2020, while Massachusetts grew 1.7%. It holds 29 places (7 cities, villages and boroughs, 15 towns and townships and 7 census-designated) and 104 census tracts. GEOID 25013.
Hampden County is the county of the Springfield, MA metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
464,338
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 465,825 · ACS 2020-2024: 462,815
Median household income
$71,306
±$1,758 (90% margin)
Massachusetts: $103,960
Median home value
$298,800
±$3,575 (90% margin)
Massachusetts: $562,100
Median gross rent
$1,136
±$23 (90% margin)
Massachusetts: $1,762
How many people live in Hampden County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 465,825 residents in Hampden County. The Census Bureau estimates 464,338 for July 1, 2025, down 0.3% since 2020, while Massachusetts grew 1.7%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 462,815 over 617 square miles of land.
| Measure | Hampden County | Massachusetts | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 462,815 | 7,044,056 | −5,056 |
| Households | 184,471±919 | 2,785,042 | +5,048 |
| Average household size | 2.44±0.01 | 2.44 | −0.09 |
| Housing units | 197,591±170 | 3,030,406 | +4,005 |
Hampden County's population since 2000
From 456,228 in 2000 to 464,338 in 2025: up 1.8%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Hampden County?
Hampden County holds 29 places: 7 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 15 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 7 census-designated places. The largest is Springfield with 154,702 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Springfield | 155,929 | $52,656 |
|---|---|---|
| Chicopee | 55,560 | $62,615 |
| Westfield | 40,834 | $87,753 |
| Holyoke | 38,238 | $53,605 |
| West Springfield Town | 28,835 | $69,371 |
| Agawam Town | 28,692 | $85,421 |
| Ludlow | 21,002 | $84,838 |
| East Longmeadow | 16,430 | $106,676 |
| Longmeadow | 15,853 | $149,601 |
| Wilbraham | 14,613 | $122,051 |
| Palmer Town | 12,448 | $78,480 |
| Southwick | 9,232 | $120,462 |
| Monson | 8,150 | $96,688 |
| Hampden | 4,966 | $104,536 |
| Wilbraham CDP | 4,003 | $92,188 |
| Brimfield | 3,694 | $111,250 |
| Holland | 2,603 | $91,979 |
| Monson Center | 1,952 | $64,563 |
| Wales | 1,832 | $89,006 |
| Russell | 1,643 | $108,750 |
| Holland CDP | 1,551 | $86,615 |
| Granville | 1,538 | $84,375 |
| Chester | 1,228 | $89,390 |
| Blandford | 1,215 | $91,902 |
| Montgomery | 819 | $123,000 |
| Russell CDPGEOID 2558615 | 690 | $106,806 |
| Chester CDP | 552 | $77,143 |
| Tolland | 471 | $106,250 |
| Blandford CDPGEOID 2506050 | 363 | $92,174 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Hampden County?
The median resident of Hampden County is 40.0 years old; 20.9% are under 18 and 18.3% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 59.3%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 27.0%. 9.4% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Hampden County | Massachusetts | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40.0±0.3 | 40.0 | +1.0 |
| Under 18 years | 20.9%±0.1 pts | 19.4% | – |
| 65 years and over | 18.3%±0.1 pts | 17.9% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 27.0% | 13.3% | +1.8 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 59.3%±0.2 pts | 66.6% | −3.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 7.6%±0.2 pts | 6.4% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 2.5%±0.1 pts | 7.3% | +0.2 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.1%±0.3 pts | 5.1% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.1 pts | 1.2% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 9.4%±0.5 pts | 18.0% | +0.9 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 25.6%±0.6 pts | 25.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 5.5%±0.3 pts | 4.3% | – |
| With a disability | 16.9%±0.6 pts | 12.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 3.0%±0.3 pts | 2.6% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 87.2%±0.6 pts | 91.4% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 29.3%±0.8 pts | 47.3% | +2.2 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 12.1%±0.5 pts | 21.8% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.4%±0.2 pts | 2.2% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Hampden County earn?
Half of Hampden County's 184,471 households earn less than $71,306 a year (±$1,758), against $103,960 in Massachusetts. In 2015-2019 the median was $68,216 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $3,090 after inflation. 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Hampden County | Massachusetts | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $71,306±$1,758 | $103,960 | +$3,090 |
| Mean household income | $94,811±$1,607 | $144,950 | – |
| Per capita income | $38,219±$597 | $57,897 | +$872 |
| People below the poverty line | 16.3%±0.8 pts | 10.0% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 22.9%±1.6 pts | 11.7% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 25.5%±0.9 pts | 14.7% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 89.0%±0.7 pts | 92.8% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Hampden County?
Owners occupy 62.2% of Hampden County's occupied homes and renters 37.8%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $298,800 by its owner (±$3,575). The median renter pays $1,136 a month including utilities, and 44.3% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Hampden County | Massachusetts | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $298,800±$3,575 | $562,100 | +$43,062 |
| Median gross rent | $1,136±$23 | $1,762 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 44.3%±1.5 pts | 41.8% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,966±$24 | $2,726 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 62.2%±0.8 pts | 62.5% | +1.1 pts |
| Housing units | 197,591±170 | 3,030,406 | +4,005 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.0%±0.3 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 3.7%±0.7 pts | 3.5% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 56.3%±0.8 pts | 51.1% | – |
| Mobile homes | 1.3%±0.2 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.4%±0.1 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 27.9%±0.9 pts | 30.5% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Hampden County building?
Builders took permits for 318 new housing units across Hampden County in 2025 (286 single-family), 0.7 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Hampden County get to work?
76.0% of Hampden County's workers drive alone and 10.5% work from home. The average trip to work takes 22.7 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 6.0%.
| Measure | Hampden County | Massachusetts | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 60.1%±0.7 pts | 67.0% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 6.0%±0.5 pts | 5.2% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 76.0%±0.9 pts | 61.2% | – |
| Carpooled | 7.9%±0.6 pts | 7.0% | – |
| Public transportation | 1.6%±0.3 pts | 6.5% | – |
| Walked | 2.3%±0.4 pts | 4.1% | – |
| Worked from home | 10.5%±0.6 pts | 18.6% | +6.6 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 22.7 min±0.4 | 29.1 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Hampden County's census tracts?
Hampden County is divided into 104 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $16,276 (Tract 8011.01) to $191,406 (Tract 8133.03).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Hampden County compare with Massachusetts's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 8th of 14 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 11th of 14 |
| Residents per square mile | 7th of 14 |
| Median household income | 14th of 14 |
| Median home value | 14th of 14 |
| Median gross rent | 13th of 14 |
| Poverty rate | 1st of 14 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 14th of 14 |
| Median age | 11th of 14 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
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