Somerville city, Massachusetts
Somerville city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Somerville city is a geographic entity located in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 84,211. The land area covers 4.12 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 84,211 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 31.9 yrs | ±0.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 35,715 | ±869 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 37,756 | ±837 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 35,715 | ±869 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,041 | ±341 |
| Median Home Value | $911,300 | ±$25,952 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,517 | ±$64 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $132,572 | ±$6,106 |
| Per Capita Income | $73,940 | ±$2,399 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.8% | ±1.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 7,682 | ±920 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3% | ±0.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 56,597 | ±1,048 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.7% | ±0.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 82,149 (2024)
ID: 166453
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
93 HIGHLAND AVE, SOMERVILLE MA 02143-1794
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Somerville | PK-08 | Somerville, MA | |
| Regular School Somerville | PK-08 | Somerville, MA | |
| Regular School Somerville | KG-05 | Somerville, MA | |
| Regular School Somerville | PK-KG | Somerville, MA | |
| Regular School Somerville | PK-08 | Somerville, MA | |
| Alternative School Somerville | 09-12 | Somerville, MA | |
| Regular School Somerville | PK-08 | Somerville, MA | |
| Alternative School Somerville | 07-08 | Somerville, MA | |
| Regular School Somerville | 09-12 | Somerville, MA | |
| Regular School Somerville | PK-08 | Somerville, MA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Lesley University
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College | 1.1 mi away | 29 Everett St, Cambridge, MA, 02138-2790 |
6178689600
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SOMERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.5 mi away | 79 HIGHLAND AVENUE, SOMERVILLE, MA, 02143 |
(617) 623-5000
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Harvard University
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College | 1.4 mi away | Massachusetts Hall, Cambridge, MA, 02138 |
6174951000
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EAST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 115 BROADWAY, SOMERVILLE, MA, 02145 |
(617) 623-5000
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Longy School of Music of Bard College
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College | 1.4 mi away | 27 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138 |
6178760956
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WEST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 40 COLLEGE AVENUE, SOMERVILLE, MA, 02144 |
(617) 623-5000
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Tufts University
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College | 1.5 mi away | Medford, MA, 02155-5555 |
6176285000
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CAMBRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 449 BROADWAY, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02138 |
(617) 349-4040
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Cambridge College
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College | 1.6 mi away | 500 Rutherford Avenue, Boston, MA, 02129 |
6178681000
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SALVATORE VALENTE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 826 CAMBRIDGE STREET, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02142 |
(617) 349-4015
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at BOSTON LOGAN INTL AP, MA US, located 5.1 miles from Somerville city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.8° | 23.1° | 29.9° | 3.39" | 14.3" |
| February | 39.0° | 24.6° | 31.8° | 3.21" | 14.4" |
| March | 45.5° | 31.1° | 38.3° | 4.17" | 9.0" |
| April | 56.4° | 40.8° | 48.6° | 3.63" | 1.6" |
| May | 66.5° | 50.3° | 58.4° | 3.25" | 0.0" |
| June | 76.2° | 59.7° | 68.0° | 3.89" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.1° | 66.0° | 74.1° | 3.27" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.4° | 65.1° | 72.7° | 3.23" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.1° | 58.2° | 65.6° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.1° | 47.5° | 54.8° | 4.03" | 0.2" |
| November | 51.6° | 37.9° | 44.7° | 3.66" | 0.7" |
| December | 42.2° | 29.2° | 35.7° | 4.30" | 9.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerville city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Cambridge city | City | 1.3 mi | — |
| Medford city | City | 2.4 mi | — |
| Everett city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Malden city | City | 3.4 mi | — |
| Chelsea city | City | 3.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2501762535. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.