Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.86 |
| Below Poverty | 20.2% ▲ 102% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.4% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.8% ▲ 80% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,644 (8.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,845 (38.5%) |
| Some College | 2,155 (10.6%) |
| Associates | 1,947 (9.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,192 (5.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,618 (27.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,122 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $476,500 ▲ 71% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,861/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 14,162 |
| Vacant Units | 640 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Chelsea is a city in Massachusetts, located in Suffolk County. The city spans 1 ZIP code and is home to approximately 39,444 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 34.5 years.
Economically, Chelsea is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $72,122 is near the national average. Approximately 20.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 8.8%, significantly above the national average.
The real estate market in Chelsea is a premium housing market. Median home values stand at $476,500, which is significantly above the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,861 per month. At 29.2% owner-occupied, renters make up the majority — common in urban or college-town settings.
The population of Chelsea is moderately educated. 33.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is majority Hispanic (65%).
Chelsea, MA offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Massachusetts.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02150 | 39,444 | $72,122 | $476,500 | $1,861 | 8.8% | 33.4% | 29.2% |