Gloucester, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Essex County County
Gloucester, MA
At a Glance
How Gloucester Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gloucester's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gloucester a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gloucester residents earn a median household income of $87,898 , which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,072. The unemployment rate stands at 6.4% (78% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 28,628 business establishments, including 1,878 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gloucester is $587,800 , 109% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $776,814. Median rent is $1,395/month, with 34.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1943.
Safety & Crime
Gloucester reports 271 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 29% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 552/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
38.8% of adults in Gloucester hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above the national average). 93.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gloucester has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.