Amesbury Town, MA
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Amesbury Town Overview
17,279
TOTAL POPULATION
8,345
MALE POPULATION
8,934
FEMALE POPULATION
93.41
MALES / 100 FEMALES
107.06
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.7
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$53,398
PER CAPITA INCOME
$119,009
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$91,010
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
10,312
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
71.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Amesbury Town
The most populous races in Amesbury Town are White / Caucasian (15,369 | 88.9%), Two or more Races (983 | 5.7%), and Black / African American (538 | 3.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 171 | 1.0% |
| Black / African American | 538 | 3.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 466 | 2.7% |
| Native / Alaskan | 15 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 15,369 | 88.9% |
| Two or more Races | 983 | 5.7% |
| Some other Race | 203 | 1.2% |
| Total | 17,279 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Amesbury Town
The most populous ancestries reported in Amesbury Town are Irish (4,793 | 27.7%), English (2,692 | 15.6%), Italian (1,880 | 10.9%), French (1,456 | 8.4%), and French Canadian (1,239 | 7.2%), together accounting for 69.8% of all Amesbury Town residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 247 | 1.4% |
| American | 351 | 2.0% |
| Arab | 221 | 1.3% |
| Argentinean | 7 | 0.0% |
| Armenian | 61 | 0.4% |
| Austrian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 26 | 0.2% |
| Bhutanese | 145 | 0.8% |
| Blackfeet | 43 | 0.3% |
| British | 63 | 0.4% |
| Bulgarian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 40 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 206 | 1.2% |
| Cape Verdean | 10 | 0.1% |
| Celtic | 4 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 118 | 0.7% |
| Cherokee | 25 | 0.1% |
| Chippewa | 22 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 15 | 0.1% |
| Costa Rican | 46 | 0.3% |
| Croatian | 17 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 45 | 0.3% |
| Czech | 23 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 75 | 0.4% |
| Dominican | 12 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 108 | 0.6% |
| Eastern European | 47 | 0.3% |
| English | 2,692 | 15.6% |
| European | 433 | 2.5% |
| Finnish | 47 | 0.3% |
| French | 1,456 | 8.4% |
| French Canadian | 1,239 | 7.2% |
| German | 879 | 5.1% |
| Greek | 352 | 2.0% |
| Guatemalan | 32 | 0.2% |
| Haitian | 177 | 1.0% |
| Honduran | 40 | 0.2% |
| Hungarian | 58 | 0.3% |
| Icelander | 17 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 78 | 0.4% |
| Iraqi | 12 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 4,793 | 27.7% |
| Italian | 1,880 | 10.9% |
| Jamaican | 14 | 0.1% |
| Japanese | 19 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 64 | 0.4% |
| Lebanese | 143 | 0.8% |
| Lithuanian | 72 | 0.4% |
| Mexican | 77 | 0.4% |
| Moroccan | 66 | 0.4% |
| Native Hawaiian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 9 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 215 | 1.2% |
| Peruvian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 1,054 | 6.1% |
| Portuguese | 381 | 2.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 146 | 0.8% |
| Russian | 176 | 1.0% |
| Samoan | 16 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 166 | 1.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 83 | 0.5% |
| Scottish | 355 | 2.1% |
| Slavic | 7 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 19 | 0.1% |
| South American | 33 | 0.2% |
| Spaniard | 8 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 19 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 9 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 273 | 1.6% |
| Swedish | 425 | 2.5% |
| Swiss | 27 | 0.2% |
| Thai | 37 | 0.2% |
| Turkish | 141 | 0.8% |
| Ukrainian | 104 | 0.6% |
| Welsh | 105 | 0.6% |
| West Indian | 11 | 0.1% | View All 76 Rows |
Immigrants in Amesbury Town
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Amesbury Town came from Europe (306 | 1.8%), Asia (299 | 1.7%), Canada (243 | 1.4%), Africa (224 | 1.3%), and South Eastern Asia (214 | 1.2%), together accounting for 7.4% of all Amesbury Town residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 224 | 1.3% |
| Asia | 299 | 1.7% |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 17 | 0.1% |
| Bulgaria | 13 | 0.1% |
| Cambodia | 12 | 0.1% |
| Cameroon | 33 | 0.2% |
| Canada | 243 | 1.4% |
| Caribbean | 86 | 0.5% |
| Central America | 77 | 0.4% |
| Colombia | 15 | 0.1% |
| Costa Rica | 17 | 0.1% |
| Dominica | 5 | 0.0% |
| Dominican Republic | 12 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Africa | 156 | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 40 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 108 | 0.6% |
| England | 16 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 306 | 1.8% |
| Germany | 36 | 0.2% |
| Greece | 4 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 8 | 0.1% |
| Haiti | 58 | 0.3% |
| Honduras | 40 | 0.2% |
| India | 40 | 0.2% |
| Ireland | 67 | 0.4% |
| Italy | 24 | 0.1% |
| Kenya | 15 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 40 | 0.2% |
| Latin America | 185 | 1.1% |
| Malaysia | 12 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 12 | 0.1% |
| Middle Africa | 33 | 0.2% |
| Morocco | 35 | 0.2% |
| Northern Africa | 35 | 0.2% |
| Northern Europe | 134 | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 13 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 181 | 1.1% |
| Romania | 14 | 0.1% |
| Scotland | 15 | 0.1% |
| Serbia | 7 | 0.0% |
| South America | 22 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 45 | 0.3% |
| South Eastern Asia | 214 | 1.2% |
| Southern Europe | 28 | 0.2% |
| Sri Lanka | 5 | 0.0% |
| Sweden | 8 | 0.1% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 11 | 0.1% |
| Venezuela | 7 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 9 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 36 | 0.2% | View All 50 Rows |
Sex and Age in Amesbury Town
Sex and Age in Amesbury Town
The most populous age groups in Amesbury Town are 60 to 64 Years (748 | 9.0%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (956 | 10.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 438 (5.2%) | 357 (4.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 339 (4.1%) | 275 (3.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 618 (7.4%) | 564 (6.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 605 (7.2%) | 473 (5.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 436 (5.2%) | 296 (3.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 505 (6.0%) | 545 (6.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 460 (5.5%) | 662 (7.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 510 (6.1%) | 515 (5.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 532 (6.4%) | 580 (6.5%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 656 (7.9%) | 775 (8.7%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 640 (7.7%) | 621 (7.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 601 (7.2%) | 956 (10.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 748 (9.0%) | 630 (7.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 551 (6.6%) | 591 (6.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 373 (4.5%) | 362 (4.1%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 183 (2.2%) | 303 (3.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 69 (0.8%) | 218 (2.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 81 (1.0%) | 211 (2.4%) |
| Total | 8,345 (100.0%) | 8,934 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Amesbury Town
Median Family Size in Amesbury Town
The median family size in Amesbury Town is 2.82 persons per family, with married-couple families (3,232 | 70.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.93 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (480 | 10.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.51 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,232 (70.1%) | 2.93 |
| Single Male/Father | 480 (10.4%) | 2.51 |
| Single Female/Mother | 900 (19.5%) | 2.59 |
| Total Families | 4,612 (100.0%) | 2.82 |
Median Household Size in Amesbury Town
The median household size in Amesbury Town is 2.23 persons per household, with married-couple households (3,232 | 42.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.95 persons per household. non-family households (2,976 | 39.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.22 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,232 (42.6%) | 2.95 |
| Single Male/Father | 480 (6.3%) | 2.64 |
| Single Female/Mother | 900 (11.9%) | 2.83 |
| Non-family | 2,976 (39.2%) | 1.22 |
| Total Households | 7,588 (100.0%) | 2.23 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Amesbury Town
Out of a total of 7,588 households in Amesbury Town, 4,612 (60.8%) are family households, while 2,976 (39.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,168, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,335.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,335 (30.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,168 (28.6%) | 612 (8.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,309 (17.2%) | 29 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 769 (10.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 225 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 105 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 36 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,612 (60.8%) | 2,976 (39.2%) |
Female Fertility in Amesbury Town
Fertility by Age in Amesbury Town
Average fertility rate in Amesbury Town is 41.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 72.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 65.8% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 108 (65.8%) | 72.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 56 (34.2%) | 28.0 |
| Total | 164 (100.0%) | 41.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Amesbury Town
71.3% of women with births (164) in Amesbury Town are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 43.5% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 61 (56.5%) | 47 (43.5%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 56 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 117 (71.3%) | 47 (28.7%) |
Fertility by Education in Amesbury Town
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 11 (6.7%) | 14.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 42 (25.6%) | 43.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 76 (46.3%) | 67.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 35 (21.3%) | 67.0 |
| Total | 164 (100.0%) | 41.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Amesbury Town
28.7% of women with births in Amesbury Town are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 6 (14.3%) | 36 (85.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 76 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 35 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 117 (71.3%) | 47 (28.7%) |
Income in Amesbury Town
Income Overview in Amesbury Town
Per Capita Income in Amesbury Town is $53,398, while median incomes of families and households are $119,009 and $91,010 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 17,279 | $53,398 |
| Median Family Income | 4,612 | $119,009 |
| Mean Family Income | 4,612 | $150,158 |
| Median Household Income | 7,588 | $91,010 |
| Mean Household Income | 7,588 | $120,601 |
| Income Deficit | 4,612 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 17,279 | 27.52% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 17,279 | 72.48¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 17,279 | 0.46 |
Earnings by Sex in Amesbury Town
Average Earnings in Amesbury Town are $54,384, $63,119 for men and $45,747 for women, a difference of 27.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 5,442 (51.1%) | $63,119 |
| Female | 5,214 (48.9%) | $45,747 |
| Total | 10,656 (100.0%) | $54,384 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Amesbury Town
The most common earnings brackets in Amesbury Town are $100,000+ for men (1,710 | 31.4%) and $100,000+ for women (799 | 15.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 289 (5.3%) | 267 (5.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 175 (3.2%) | 126 (2.4%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 96 (1.8%) | 279 (5.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 103 (1.9%) | 101 (1.9%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 147 (2.7%) | 134 (2.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 29 (0.5%) | 88 (1.7%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 79 (1.5%) | 179 (3.4%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 82 (1.5%) | 68 (1.3%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 21 (0.4%) | 223 (4.3%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 154 (2.8%) | 144 (2.8%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 165 (3.0%) | 127 (2.4%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 73 (1.3%) | 257 (4.9%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 303 (5.6%) | 259 (5.0%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 267 (4.9%) | 297 (5.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 106 (1.9%) | 272 (5.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 265 (4.9%) | 223 (4.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 525 (9.7%) | 571 (11.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 321 (5.9%) | 257 (4.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 532 (9.8%) | 543 (10.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,710 (31.4%) | 799 (15.3%) |
| Total | 5,442 (100.0%) | 5,214 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Amesbury Town
Average earnings in Amesbury Town are $72,241 for men and $51,239 for women, a difference of 29.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $107,300, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $53,304. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $88,201, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $33,831.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $53,304 | $36,979 |
| High School Diploma | $55,199 | $33,831 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $63,636 | $47,113 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $100,855 | $59,803 |
| Graduate Degree | $107,300 | $88,201 |
| Total | $72,241 | $51,239 |
Family Income in Amesbury Town
Family Income Brackets in Amesbury Town
According to the Amesbury Town family income data, there are 1,061 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.0% of all families. Conversely, the $25,000 to $34,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 74 families (1.6%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 83 | 1.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 97 | 2.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 194 | 4.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 74 | 1.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 429 | 9.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 549 | 11.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 498 | 10.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,001 | 21.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 636 | 13.8% |
| $200,000+ | 1,061 | 23.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Amesbury Town
7+ person families (36 | 0.8%) account for the highest median family income in Amesbury Town with $217,500 per family, while 2-person families (2,232 | 48.4%) have the highest median income of $48,229 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,232 (48.4%) | $96,458 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,399 (30.3%) | $134,779 |
| 4-Person Families | 689 (14.9%) | $160,417 |
| 5-Person Families | 203 (4.4%) | $157,969 |
| 6-Person Families | 53 (1.1%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 36 (0.8%) | $217,500 |
| Total | 4,612 (100.0%) | $119,009 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Amesbury Town
The median family income in Amesbury Town is $119,009, with families comprising 3+ earners (671) having the highest median family income of $185,938, while families with no earners (383) have the lowest median family income of $57,232, accounting for 14.5% and 8.3% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 383 (8.3%) | $57,232 |
| 1 Earner | 1,571 (34.1%) | $65,898 |
| 2 Earners | 1,987 (43.1%) | $138,958 |
| 3+ Earners | 671 (14.5%) | $185,938 |
| Total | 4,612 (100.0%) | $119,009 |
Household Income in Amesbury Town
Household Income Brackets in Amesbury Town
With 1,533 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Amesbury Town, accounting for 20.2% of all households. In contrast, only 212 households (2.8%) fall into the $25,000 to $34,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 250 | 3.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 372 | 4.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 531 | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 212 | 2.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 630 | 8.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,184 | 15.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 903 | 11.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,533 | 20.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 789 | 10.4% |
| $200,000+ | 1,176 | 15.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Amesbury Town
The median household income in Amesbury Town is $91,010, with the highest median household income of $117,104 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,199 households (42.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 95 households (1.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 95 (1.3%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,427 (32.0%) | $91,708 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 3,199 (42.2%) | $117,104 |
| 65+ Years | 1,867 (24.6%) | $57,316 |
| Total | 7,588 (100.0%) | $91,010 |
Poverty in Amesbury Town
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Amesbury Town
With 8.0% poverty level for males and 8.3% for females among the residents of Amesbury Town, 6 to 11 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 141 males (24.6%) and 95 females (22.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 24 (5.5%) | 24 (6.7%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 141 (24.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 31 (9.2%) | 31 (9.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (7.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (15.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 135 (17.2%) | 95 (22.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 18 (1.9%) | 41 (3.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 101 (9.7%) | 109 (10.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 84 (6.5%) | 87 (6.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 104 (7.8%) | 93 (5.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 25 (2.8%) | 93 (10.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 104 (16.7%) |
| Total | 663 (8.0%) | 724 (8.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Amesbury Town
According to the poverty statistics in Amesbury Town, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 414 (94.5%) | 333 (93.3%) |
| 5 Years | 44 (100.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 433 (75.4%) | 385 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 304 (90.7%) | 313 (91.0%) |
| 15 Years | 97 (100.0%) | 61 (92.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 158 (100.0%) | 228 (84.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 650 (82.8%) | 328 (77.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 947 (98.1%) | 1,166 (96.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 941 (90.3%) | 986 (90.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,212 (93.5%) | 1,309 (93.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,235 (92.2%) | 1,482 (94.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 882 (97.2%) | 833 (90.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 307 (100.0%) | 518 (83.3%) |
| Total | 7,624 (92.0%) | 7,957 (91.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Amesbury Town
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Amesbury Town show that 0.2% or 5 of the total 3,232 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 0.4%, comprising of 5 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,977 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,118 (99.6%) | 5 (0.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 132 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,227 (99.9%) | 5 (0.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Amesbury Town
According to the poverty data in Amesbury Town, 28.3% or 136 single-father households and 6.9% or 62 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 127 households (48.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 30 households (42.2%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 9 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 127 (48.8%) | 32 (5.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (42.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 136 (28.3%) | 62 (6.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Amesbury Town
The poverty data for Amesbury Town shows that 5 of the married-couple family households (0.2%) and 198 of the single-parent households (14.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (0.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 30 household (42.2%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (2.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 5 (0.4%) | 159 (18.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (42.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5 (0.2%) | 198 (14.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Amesbury Town
Employment by Class of Employer in Amesbury Town
Among the 9,530 employed individuals in Amesbury Town, private company employees (6,824 | 71.6%), not-for-profit organizations (918 | 9.6%), and local government employees (540 | 5.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 6,824 | 71.6% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 285 | 3.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 478 | 5.0% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 918 | 9.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 540 | 5.7% |
| State Government Employees | 273 | 2.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 194 | 2.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 18 | 0.2% |
| Total | 9,530 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Amesbury Town
According to the labor force statistics for Amesbury Town, out of the total population over 16 years of age (14,524), 71.0% or 10,312 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 443 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 94.5% or 992 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 26.6% or 17 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 580 (63.5%) | 8 (1.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 641 (87.6%) | 37 (5.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 992 (94.5%) | 99 (10.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,043 (93.0%) | 31 (3.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,772 (82.9%) | 108 (6.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,390 (88.8%) | 48 (2.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,168 (75.0%) | 48 (4.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 998 (72.4%) | 10 (1.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 663 (35.3%) | 38 (5.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 64 (6.0%) | 17 (26.6%) |
| Total | 10,312 (71.0%) | 443 (4.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Amesbury Town
According to labor force statistics for Amesbury Town, 84.2% of individuals (8,366) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (9,936) are in the labor force, with 4.1% or 343 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 91.1% or 3,982 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.4% or 141 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 228 (62.0%) | 21 (5.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,673 (78.0%) | 180 (8.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,478 (81.2%) | 98 (3.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 3,982 (91.1%) | 122 (2.8%) |
| Total | 8,366 (84.2%) | 407 (4.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Amesbury Town
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Amesbury Town are Management (1,434 | 14.5%), Community & Social Service (963 | 9.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (924 | 9.4%), Business & Financial (663 | 6.7%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (635 | 6.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Amesbury Town, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (79.1%), Architecture & Engineering (76.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (71.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (79.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (77.3%), and Education, Arts & Media (76.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 859 (59.9%) | 575 (40.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 279 (42.1%) | 384 (57.9%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 664 (71.9%) | 260 (28.1%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 246 (79.1%) | 65 (20.9%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 387 (76.2%) | 121 (23.8%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 31 (29.5%) | 74 (70.5%) |
| Community & Social Service | 262 (27.2%) | 701 (72.8%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 38 (23.9%) | 121 (76.1%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 28 (57.1%) | 21 (42.9%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 124 (24.5%) | 383 (75.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 72 (29.0%) | 176 (71.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 144 (22.7%) | 491 (77.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 90 (20.9%) | 341 (79.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,208 (47.8%) | 2,411 (52.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,974 (50.4%) | 4,893 (49.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Amesbury Town are Food Preparation & Serving (459 | 4.6%), Personal Care & Service (348 | 3.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (253 | 2.6%), Healthcare Support (214 | 2.2%), and Security & Protection (112 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Amesbury Town, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (84.2%), and Security & Protection (71.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (92.2%), Healthcare Support (73.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (45.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 56 (26.2%) | 158 (73.8%) |
| Security & Protection | 80 (71.4%) | 32 (28.6%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 38 (54.3%) | 32 (45.7%) |
| Law Enforcement | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 267 (58.2%) | 192 (41.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 213 (84.2%) | 40 (15.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 27 (7.8%) | 321 (92.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 643 (46.4%) | 743 (53.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,974 (50.4%) | 4,893 (49.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Amesbury Town are Office & Administration (1,149 | 11.6%), and Sales & Related (982 | 10.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 389 (39.6%) | 593 (60.4%) |
| Office & Administration | 318 (27.7%) | 831 (72.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 707 (33.2%) | 1,424 (66.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,974 (50.4%) | 4,893 (49.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Amesbury Town are Construction & Extraction (345 | 3.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (225 | 2.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (132 | 1.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 110 (83.3%) | 22 (16.7%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 345 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 219 (97.3%) | 6 (2.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 674 (96.0%) | 28 (4.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,974 (50.4%) | 4,893 (49.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Amesbury Town are Production (500 | 5.1%), Material Moving (304 | 3.1%), and Transportation (225 | 2.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 341 (68.2%) | 159 (31.8%) |
| Transportation | 201 (89.3%) | 24 (10.7%) |
| Material Moving | 200 (65.8%) | 104 (34.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 742 (72.1%) | 287 (27.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,974 (50.4%) | 4,893 (49.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Amesbury Town
Employment Industries in Amesbury Town
The major employment industries in Amesbury Town include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,491 | 15.1%), Manufacturing (1,477 | 15.0%), Retail Trade (984 | 10.0%), Educational Services (937 | 9.5%), and Professional & Scientific (934 | 9.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Amesbury Town
The Amesbury Town industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Construction (85.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (78.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (76.7%), and Information (72.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 121 (79.6%) | 31 (20.4%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 416 (85.8%) | 69 (14.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,055 (71.4%) | 422 (28.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 217 (64.4%) | 120 (35.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 324 (32.9%) | 660 (67.1%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 177 (50.7%) | 172 (49.3%) |
| Utilities | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 39 (27.1%) | 105 (72.9%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 322 (56.0%) | 253 (44.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 22 (21.4%) | 81 (78.6%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 557 (59.6%) | 377 (40.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 288 (77.0%) | 86 (23.0%) |
| Educational Services | 334 (35.6%) | 603 (64.3%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 347 (23.3%) | 1,144 (76.7%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 60 (34.9%) | 112 (65.1%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 352 (54.0%) | 300 (46.0%) |
| Public Administration | 133 (63.0%) | 78 (37.0%) |
| Total | 4,974 (50.4%) | 4,893 (49.6%) |
Education in Amesbury Town
School Enrollment in Amesbury Town
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,520 students in Amesbury Town are middle school (915 | 26.0%), high school (816 | 23.2%), and college / undergraduate (735 | 20.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 231 | 6.6% |
| Kindergarten | 112 | 3.2% |
| Elementary School | 537 | 15.3% |
| Middle School | 915 | 26.0% |
| High School | 816 | 23.2% |
| College / Undergraduate | 735 | 20.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 174 | 4.9% |
| Total | 3,520 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Amesbury Town
Out of a total of 3,520 students who are enrolled in schools in Amesbury Town, 806 (22.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,714 (77.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 122 (66.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,052 (91.8% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 61 (33.3%) | 122 (66.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 502 (86.4%) | 79 (13.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,052 (91.8%) | 94 (8.2%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 391 (66.5%) | 197 (33.5%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 316 (87.8%) | 44 (12.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 149 (54.6%) | 124 (45.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 161 (71.2%) | 65 (28.8%) |
| 35 Years and over | 83 (50.9%) | 80 (49.1%) |
| Total | 2,714 (77.1%) | 806 (22.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Amesbury Town
Business (923 | 15.8%), social sciences (547 | 9.4%), science & technology (541 | 9.3%), education (517 | 8.9%), and literature & languages (451 | 7.7%) are the most common fields of study among 5,829 individuals in Amesbury Town who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 300 | 5.1% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 260 | 4.5% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 219 | 3.8% |
| Psychology | 431 | 7.4% |
| Social Sciences | 547 | 9.4% |
| Engineering | 430 | 7.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 24 | 0.4% |
| Science & Technology | 541 | 9.3% |
| Business | 923 | 15.8% |
| Education | 517 | 8.9% |
| Literature & Languages | 451 | 7.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 352 | 6.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 284 | 4.9% |
| Communications | 221 | 3.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 329 | 5.6% |
| Total | 5,829 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Amesbury Town
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Amesbury Town
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Amesbury Town are males with 2 vehicles (2,124, accounting for 44.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,715, making up 45.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 101 (2.1%) | 174 (3.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 905 (18.7%) | 1,459 (31.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,124 (44.0%) | 1,715 (36.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,192 (24.7%) | 913 (19.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 365 (7.5%) | 328 (7.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 145 (3.0%) | 108 (2.3%) |
| Total | 4,832 (100.0%) | 4,697 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Amesbury Town
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Amesbury Town are 10 to 14 minutes (1,193 commuters, 14.3%), 15 to 19 minutes (1,164 commuters, 14.0%), and 30 to 34 minutes (990 commuters, 11.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 355 | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 567 | 6.8% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,193 | 14.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,164 | 14.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 756 | 9.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 526 | 6.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 990 | 11.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 365 | 4.4% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 374 | 4.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 936 | 11.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 654 | 7.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 433 | 5.2% |
Commute Time by Sex in Amesbury Town
The most common commute times in Amesbury Town are 15 to 19 minutes (665 commuters, 15.4%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (736 commuters, 18.4%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 223 (5.2%) | 132 (3.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 196 (4.5%) | 371 (9.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 457 (10.6%) | 736 (18.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 665 (15.4%) | 499 (12.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 473 (11.0%) | 283 (7.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 246 (5.7%) | 280 (7.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 591 (13.7%) | 399 (10.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 121 (2.8%) | 244 (6.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 237 (5.5%) | 137 (3.4%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 498 (11.5%) | 438 (11.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 394 (9.1%) | 260 (6.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 215 (5.0%) | 218 (5.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Amesbury Town
The most frequent times of departure to work in Amesbury Town are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (776, 18.0%) for males and 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM (719, 18.0%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 143 (3.3%) | 71 (1.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 155 (3.6%) | 24 (0.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 328 (7.6%) | 45 (1.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 488 (11.3%) | 191 (4.8%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 457 (10.6%) | 409 (10.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 776 (18.0%) | 455 (11.4%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 374 (8.7%) | 535 (13.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 376 (8.7%) | 448 (11.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 227 (5.3%) | 719 (18.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 182 (4.2%) | 225 (5.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 114 (2.6%) | 196 (4.9%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 80 (1.8%) | 57 (1.4%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 445 (10.3%) | 440 (11.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 171 (4.0%) | 182 (4.5%) |
| Total | 4,316 (100.0%) | 3,997 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Amesbury Town
Occupancy by Ownership in Amesbury Town
Of the total 7,588 dwellings in Amesbury Town, owner-occupied units account for 5,117 (67.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,471 (32.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 5,117 | 67.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,471 | 32.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 7,588 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Amesbury Town
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,335 | 30.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,780 | 36.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,338 | 17.6% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,135 | 15.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 7,588 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Amesbury Town
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,164 (49.8%) | 1,171 (50.1%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,919 (69.0%) | 861 (31.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,102 (82.4%) | 236 (17.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 932 (82.1%) | 203 (17.9%) |
| Total Housing Units | 5,117 (67.4%) | 2,471 (32.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Amesbury Town
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 71 (28.7%) | 176 (71.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 751 (48.3%) | 803 (51.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,587 (61.7%) | 984 (38.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,708 (84.2%) | 508 (15.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Amesbury Town
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,060 | 14.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,462 | 19.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,484 | 19.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,715 | 22.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,275 | 16.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 463 | 6.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 129 | 1.7% |
| Total | 7,588 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Amesbury Town
Median Income by Occupancy in Amesbury Town
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 5,117 (67.4%) | $121,355 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,471 (32.6%) | $45,894 |
| Average | 7,588 (100.0%) | $91,010 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Amesbury Town
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 136 (5.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 20 (0.4%) | 95 (3.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 48 (0.9%) | 324 (13.1%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 55 (1.1%) | 119 (4.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 118 (2.3%) | 242 (9.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 109 (2.1%) | 105 (4.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 308 (6.0%) | 323 (13.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 708 (13.8%) | 477 (19.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 576 (11.3%) | 328 (13.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,277 (25.0%) | 254 (10.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,898 (37.1%) | 68 (2.8%) |
| Total | 5,117 (100.0%) | 2,471 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Amesbury Town
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 16 (0.3%) | 60 (2.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 62 (1.2%) | 151 (6.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 332 (6.5%) | 136 (5.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 155 (3.0%) | 87 (3.5%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 844 (16.5%) | 834 (33.8%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 762 (14.9%) | 714 (28.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 925 (18.1%) | 333 (13.5%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 831 (16.2%) | 111 (4.5%) |
| $3,000 or more | 1,190 (23.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,117 (100.0%) | 2,471 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Amesbury Town
Housing Structures in Amesbury Town
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,670 | 48.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 782 | 10.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 600 | 7.9% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 600 | 7.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 351 | 4.6% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 1,585 | 20.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 7,588 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Amesbury Town
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,517 (95.8%) | 153 (4.2%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 665 (85.0%) | 117 (15.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 240 (40.0%) | 360 (60.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 267 (44.5%) | 333 (55.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 52 (14.8%) | 299 (85.2%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 376 (23.7%) | 1,209 (76.3%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,117 (67.4%) | 2,471 (32.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Amesbury Town
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 25 (0.5%) | 100 (4.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 201 (3.9%) | 891 (36.1%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,663 (32.5%) | 1,303 (52.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,036 (39.8%) | 105 (4.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,192 (23.3%) | 72 (2.9%) |
| Total | 5,117 (100.0%) | 2,471 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Amesbury Town
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 3,500 (68.4%) | 1,264 (51.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 117 (2.3%) | 89 (3.6%) |
| Electricity | 476 (9.3%) | 911 (36.9%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 942 (18.4%) | 196 (7.9%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 45 (0.9%) | 11 (0.4%) |
| No Fuel Used | 37 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,117 (100.0%) | 2,471 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Amesbury Town
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 180 (3.5%) | 354 (14.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,365 (26.7%) | 1,516 (61.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,353 (46.0%) | 451 (18.2%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,219 (23.8%) | 150 (6.1%) |
| Total | 5,117 (100.0%) | 2,471 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Amesbury Town
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Amesbury Town
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,353 | 3,764 |
| Median Property Value | $438,600 | $434,500 |
| Median Household Income | $81,063 | $1,516 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $1,156 | $1,134 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $6,809 | $29 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Amesbury Town
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 30 (2.2%) | 76 (2.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 35 (2.6%) | 23 (0.6%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 237 (17.5%) | 739 (19.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 590 (43.6%) | 1,837 (48.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 350 (25.9%) | 882 (23.4%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 91 (6.7%) | 175 (4.6%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 20 (1.5%) | 32 (0.9%) |
| Total | 1,353 (100.0%) | 3,764 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Amesbury Town
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 20 (1.5%) | 20 (0.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 134 (9.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 65 (4.8%) | 87 (2.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 191 (14.1%) | 44 (1.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 245 (18.1%) | 117 (3.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 158 (11.7%) | 463 (12.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 158 (11.7%) | 418 (11.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 382 (28.2%) | 1,119 (29.7%) |
| Total | 1,353 (100.0%) | 3,764 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Amesbury Town
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 269 (19.9%) | 128,763 (3,420.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 169 (12.5%) | 710 (18.9%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 94 (7.0%) | 1,164 (30.9%) |
| 4.0x or more | 821 (60.7%) | 744 (19.8%) |
| Total | 1,353 (100.0%) | 3,764 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Amesbury Town
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 35 (2.6%) | 37 (1.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,288 (95.2%) | 8 (0.2%) |
| Total | 1,353 (100.0%) | 3,764 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Amesbury Town
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Amesbury Town
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 854 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,509 (98.1%) | 48 (1.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,196 (97.7%) | 28 (2.3%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,815 (94.4%) | 108 (5.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,001 (93.6%) | 136 (6.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,670 (99.2%) | 22 (0.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,872 (98.6%) | 42 (1.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,833 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 929 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 16,679 (97.8%) | 384 (2.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Amesbury Town
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 854 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,509 (98.1%) | 48 (1.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,196 (97.7%) | 28 (2.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Amesbury Town
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,685 (97.6%) | 41 (2.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,424 (98.8%) | 18 (1.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,051 (93.3%) | 148 (6.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,867 (95.7%) | 83 (4.3%) |
| $100,000 and over | 9,546 (99.0%) | 94 (1.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Amesbury Town
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 323 (37.8%) | 571 (66.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 882 (34.5%) | 1,754 (68.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 137 (11.2%) | 1,093 (89.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 304 (15.8%) | 1,521 (79.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 589 (27.6%) | 1,455 (68.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 396 (14.7%) | 2,431 (90.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 442 (15.2%) | 2,535 (87.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,693 (92.4%) | 1,319 (72.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 909 (97.9%) | 710 (76.4%) |
| Total | 5,675 (33.3%) | 13,389 (78.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Amesbury Town
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 6 (1.4%) | 9 (2.5%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 83 (6.9%) | 66 (5.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 164 (9.4%) | 129 (7.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 284 (7.7%) | 598 (14.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 163 (18.0%) | 192 (20.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 150 (48.9%) | 373 (60.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Amesbury Town
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (2.5%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 15 (1.2%) | 9 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 11 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 116 (3.2%) | 178 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 119 (13.1%) | 28 (3.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 67 (21.8%) | 85 (13.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 6 (1.4%) | 9 (2.5%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 10 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 55 (1.5%) | 108 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 41 (4.5%) | 13 (1.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 18 (5.9%) | 118 (19.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 68 (5.6%) | 57 (4.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 143 (8.2%) | 83 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 125 (3.4%) | 397 (9.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 42 (4.6%) | 58 (6.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 46 (15.0%) | 114 (18.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 115 (3.1%) | 206 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 57 (6.3%) | 95 (10.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 54 (17.6%) | 241 (38.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 42 (1.1%) | 109 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 29 (3.2%) | 18 (1.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (9.8%) | 64 (10.3%) |
Technology Access in Amesbury Town
Computing Device Access in Amesbury Town
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 6,487 | 85.5% |
| Smartphone | 6,962 | 91.7% |
| Tablet | 5,172 | 68.2% |
| No Computing Device | 279 | 3.7% |
| Total | 7,588 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Amesbury Town
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 6,309 | 83.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 509 | 6.7% |
| Satellite Internet | 256 | 3.4% |
| No Internet | 623 | 8.2% |
| Total | 7,588 | 100.0% |
Amesbury Town Summary
Amesbury Town, MA is a small town located in Essex County, Massachusetts. It is situated on the Merrimack River, about 25 miles north of Boston. The town has a population of about 17,000 people and is part of the Greater Boston metropolitan area.
History
The area that is now Amesbury Town was first settled in 1654 by a group of English settlers from Salisbury, England. The town was originally known as Salisbury, but was renamed Amesbury in 1668 in honor of the Amesbury family, who had been prominent in the area since the 1630s.
The town was an important center of the shipbuilding industry in the 18th and 19th centuries. During the American Revolution, Amesbury was a major supplier of ships and supplies to the Continental Army.
In the 19th century, Amesbury became a center of the shoe manufacturing industry. The town was home to several large shoe factories, which employed hundreds of workers. The shoe industry declined in the late 20th century, but the town remains an important center of the shoe industry in the region.
Geography
Amesbury Town is located in northeastern Massachusetts, about 25 miles north of Boston. It is situated on the Merrimack River, which forms the town’s western border. The town is bordered by Salisbury to the north, Newburyport to the east, and Merrimac to the south.
The town is mostly flat, with some hills in the northern part of town. The highest point in town is the summit of Mount Prospect, which is about 200 feet above sea level.
Economy
The economy of Amesbury Town is largely based on manufacturing and services. The town is home to several large manufacturing companies, including the Amesbury Industrial Park, which is home to several large companies, including a plastics manufacturer and a medical device manufacturer.
The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services. The town is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Amesbury Carriage Museum and the Amesbury Sports Park.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Amesbury Town was 16,283. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 1.7% African American, 0.4% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.3% of the population.
The median household income in Amesbury Town was $60,945, and the median family income was $71,945. About 8.3% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over.
The town is served by the Amesbury Public Schools, which includes four elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The town is also home to several private schools, including the Amesbury Academy and the Amesbury Montessori School.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Amesbury Town?
Total Population of Amesbury Town is 17,279.
What is the Total Male Population of Amesbury Town?
Total Male Population of Amesbury Town is 8,345.
What is the Total Female Population of Amesbury Town?
Total Female Population of Amesbury Town is 8,934.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Amesbury Town?
There are 93.41 Males per 100 Females in Amesbury Town.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Amesbury Town?
There are 107.06 Females per 100 Males in Amesbury Town.
What is the Median Population Age in Amesbury Town?
Median Population Age in Amesbury Town is 44.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Amesbury Town
Average Family Size in Amesbury Town is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Amesbury Town
Average Household Size in Amesbury Town is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Amesbury Town?
Per Capita income in Amesbury Town is $53,398.
What is the Median Family Income in Amesbury Town?
Median Family Income in Amesbury Town is $119,009.
What is the Median Household income in Amesbury Town?
Median Household Income in Amesbury Town is $91,010.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Amesbury Town?
Income or Wage Gap in Amesbury Town is 27.5%.
Women in Amesbury Town earn 72.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Amesbury Town?
Inequality or Gini Index in Amesbury Town is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Amesbury Town?
There are 10,312 People in the Labor Forcein in Amesbury Town.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Amesbury Town?
71.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Amesbury Town.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Amesbury Town?
Unemployment Rate in Amesbury Town is 4.3%.