Wakefield, MA
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Wakefield Overview
27,054
TOTAL POPULATION
13,509
MALE POPULATION
13,545
FEMALE POPULATION
99.73
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.27
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$64,988
PER CAPITA INCOME
$158,162
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$125,592
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
28.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
71.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,056
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
15,366
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Wakefield Zip Codes
Race in Wakefield
The most populous races in Wakefield are White / Caucasian (24,474 | 90.5%), Asian (1,099 | 4.1%), and Two or more Races (925 | 3.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 1,099 | 4.1% |
| Black / African American | 281 | 1.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 721 | 2.7% |
| Native / Alaskan | 14 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 24,474 | 90.5% |
| Two or more Races | 925 | 3.4% |
| Some other Race | 261 | 1.0% |
| Total | 27,054 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Wakefield
The most populous ancestries reported in Wakefield are Irish (8,155 | 30.1%), Italian (6,930 | 25.6%), English (3,285 | 12.1%), German (1,456 | 5.4%), and Polish (1,199 | 4.4%), together accounting for 77.7% of all Wakefield residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 20 | 0.1% |
| Albanian | 45 | 0.2% |
| American | 792 | 2.9% |
| Arab | 301 | 1.1% |
| Argentinean | 68 | 0.3% |
| Armenian | 113 | 0.4% |
| Austrian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 44 | 0.2% |
| Bhutanese | 103 | 0.4% |
| Brazilian | 135 | 0.5% |
| British | 111 | 0.4% |
| Bulgarian | 32 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 59 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 411 | 1.5% |
| Cape Verdean | 6 | 0.0% |
| Carpatho Rusyn | 24 | 0.1% |
| Celtic | 9 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 120 | 0.4% |
| Cherokee | 7 | 0.0% |
| Chilean | 25 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 58 | 0.2% |
| Croatian | 43 | 0.2% |
| Cuban | 88 | 0.3% |
| Czech | 23 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 10 | 0.0% |
| Dominican | 125 | 0.5% |
| Dutch | 97 | 0.4% |
| Eastern European | 68 | 0.3% |
| Ecuadorian | 5 | 0.0% |
| English | 3,285 | 12.1% |
| Estonian | 20 | 0.1% |
| European | 157 | 0.6% |
| Filipino | 17 | 0.1% |
| Finnish | 62 | 0.2% |
| French | 929 | 3.4% |
| French Canadian | 1,112 | 4.1% |
| German | 1,456 | 5.4% |
| Greek | 483 | 1.8% |
| Guatemalan | 53 | 0.2% |
| Haitian | 27 | 0.1% |
| Hopi | 22 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 36 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 539 | 2.0% |
| Iranian | 46 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 8,155 | 30.1% |
| Iroquois | 17 | 0.1% |
| Italian | 6,930 | 25.6% |
| Jamaican | 95 | 0.4% |
| Japanese | 48 | 0.2% |
| Jordanian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 202 | 0.7% |
| Laotian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 77 | 0.3% |
| Lithuanian | 240 | 0.9% |
| Mexican | 40 | 0.2% |
| Moroccan | 30 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 180 | 0.7% |
| Pennsylvania German | 36 | 0.1% |
| Peruvian | 26 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 1,199 | 4.4% |
| Portuguese | 650 | 2.4% |
| Puerto Rican | 81 | 0.3% |
| Romanian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 271 | 1.0% |
| Salvadoran | 67 | 0.3% |
| Scandinavian | 39 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 239 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 556 | 2.1% |
| Slovak | 61 | 0.2% |
| Slovene | 10 | 0.0% |
| South African | 14 | 0.1% |
| South American | 191 | 0.7% |
| South American Indian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 10 | 0.0% |
| Spanish | 33 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 133 | 0.5% |
| Subsaharan African | 40 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 534 | 2.0% |
| Swiss | 24 | 0.1% |
| Syrian | 26 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 406 | 1.5% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 173 | 0.6% |
| Venezuelan | 9 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 75 | 0.3% | View All 85 Rows |
Immigrants in Wakefield
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wakefield came from Asia (987 | 3.6%), Europe (690 | 2.5%), Latin America (497 | 1.8%), South Central Asia (448 | 1.7%), and South America (355 | 1.3%), together accounting for 11.0% of all Wakefield residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 222 | 0.8% |
| Albania | 9 | 0.0% |
| Argentina | 68 | 0.3% |
| Asia | 987 | 3.6% |
| Belgium | 27 | 0.1% |
| Brazil | 208 | 0.8% |
| Cambodia | 12 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 65 | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 110 | 0.4% |
| Central America | 32 | 0.1% |
| Chile | 25 | 0.1% |
| China | 198 | 0.7% |
| Colombia | 9 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 10 | 0.0% |
| Dominican Republic | 69 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 230 | 0.9% |
| Eastern Europe | 260 | 1.0% |
| Ecuador | 5 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 690 | 2.5% |
| Germany | 52 | 0.2% |
| Greece | 47 | 0.2% |
| Guatemala | 13 | 0.1% |
| Haiti | 15 | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | 45 | 0.2% |
| India | 348 | 1.3% |
| Indonesia | 6 | 0.0% |
| Iran | 33 | 0.1% |
| Ireland | 75 | 0.3% |
| Italy | 150 | 0.5% |
| Jamaica | 16 | 0.1% |
| Japan | 10 | 0.0% |
| Jordan | 7 | 0.0% |
| Kazakhstan | 8 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 22 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 497 | 1.8% |
| Latvia | 85 | 0.3% |
| Lebanon | 38 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 19 | 0.1% |
| Morocco | 127 | 0.5% |
| Nepal | 59 | 0.2% |
| Northern Africa | 208 | 0.8% |
| Northern Europe | 110 | 0.4% |
| Peru | 10 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 68 | 0.3% |
| Poland | 89 | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 44 | 0.2% |
| Russia | 37 | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | 13 | 0.1% |
| South Africa | 14 | 0.1% |
| South America | 355 | 1.3% |
| South Central Asia | 448 | 1.7% |
| South Eastern Asia | 220 | 0.8% |
| Southern Europe | 241 | 0.9% |
| Syria | 9 | 0.0% |
| Taiwan | 8 | 0.0% |
| Thailand | 14 | 0.1% |
| Ukraine | 40 | 0.2% |
| Venezuela | 30 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 120 | 0.4% |
| Western Asia | 89 | 0.3% |
| Western Europe | 79 | 0.3% | View All 61 Rows |
Sex and Age in Wakefield
Sex and Age in Wakefield
The most populous age groups in Wakefield are 35 to 39 Years (1,129 | 8.4%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (1,184 | 8.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 988 (7.3%) | 765 (5.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 680 (5.0%) | 786 (5.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 780 (5.8%) | 503 (3.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 858 (6.4%) | 514 (3.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 720 (5.3%) | 493 (3.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 757 (5.6%) | 767 (5.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 729 (5.4%) | 1,010 (7.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,129 (8.4%) | 979 (7.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 849 (6.3%) | 855 (6.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 838 (6.2%) | 827 (6.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 924 (6.8%) | 905 (6.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 815 (6.0%) | 1,184 (8.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,068 (7.9%) | 1,173 (8.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 837 (6.2%) | 788 (5.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 627 (4.6%) | 542 (4.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 422 (3.1%) | 589 (4.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 250 (1.8%) | 387 (2.9%) |
| 85 Years and over | 238 (1.8%) | 478 (3.5%) |
| Total | 13,509 (100.0%) | 13,545 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Wakefield
Median Family Size in Wakefield
The median family size in Wakefield is 3.09 persons per family, with married-couple families (5,718 | 81.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.17 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (418 | 6.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.58 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,718 (81.6%) | 3.17 |
| Single Male/Father | 418 (6.0%) | 2.58 |
| Single Female/Mother | 868 (12.4%) | 2.79 |
| Total Families | 7,004 (100.0%) | 3.09 |
Median Household Size in Wakefield
The median household size in Wakefield is 2.44 persons per household, with married-couple households (5,718 | 52.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.19 persons per household. non-family households (3,884 | 35.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,718 (52.5%) | 3.19 |
| Single Male/Father | 418 (3.8%) | 2.79 |
| Single Female/Mother | 868 (8.0%) | 2.94 |
| Non-family | 3,884 (35.7%) | 1.20 |
| Total Households | 10,888 (100.0%) | 2.44 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wakefield
Out of a total of 10,888 households in Wakefield, 7,004 (64.3%) are family households, while 3,884 (35.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,938, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,224.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 3,224 (29.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,938 (27.0%) | 560 (5.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,791 (16.5%) | 100 (0.9%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,503 (13.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 580 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 154 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 38 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,004 (64.3%) | 3,884 (35.7%) |
Female Fertility in Wakefield
Fertility by Age in Wakefield
Average fertility rate in Wakefield is 57.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 64.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 53.6% 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 | 146 (46.4%) | 64.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 169 (53.6%) | 61.0 |
| Total | 315 (100.0%) | 57.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wakefield
79.7% of women with births (315) in Wakefield are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 22.5% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 17.8% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 120 (82.2%) | 26 (17.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 131 (77.5%) | 38 (22.5%) |
| Total | 251 (79.7%) | 64 (20.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Wakefield
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 38 (12.1%) | 64.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 131 (41.6%) | 60.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 146 (46.4%) | 82.0 |
| Total | 315 (100.0%) | 57.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wakefield
20.3% of women with births in Wakefield are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 87.8% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 68.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 12 (31.6%) | 26 (68.4%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 115 (87.8%) | 16 (12.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 124 (84.9%) | 22 (15.1%) |
| Total | 251 (79.7%) | 64 (20.3%) |
Income in Wakefield
Income Overview in Wakefield
Per Capita Income in Wakefield is $64,988, while median incomes of families and households are $158,162 and $125,592 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 27,054 | $64,988 |
| Median Family Income | 7,004 | $158,162 |
| Mean Family Income | 7,004 | $193,326 |
| Median Household Income | 10,888 | $125,592 |
| Mean Household Income | 10,888 | $159,796 |
| Income Deficit | 7,004 | $11,056 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 27,054 | 28.61% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 27,054 | 71.39¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 27,054 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Wakefield
Average Earnings in Wakefield are $74,901, $85,417 for men and $60,982 for women, a difference of 28.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 7,836 (49.5%) | $85,417 |
| Female | 7,989 (50.5%) | $60,982 |
| Total | 15,825 (100.0%) | $74,901 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wakefield
The most common earnings brackets in Wakefield are $100,000+ for men (3,250 | 41.5%) and $100,000+ for women (1,881 | 23.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 209 (2.7%) | 258 (3.2%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 177 (2.3%) | 373 (4.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 139 (1.8%) | 254 (3.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 224 (2.9%) | 128 (1.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 71 (0.9%) | 111 (1.4%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 9 (0.1%) | 82 (1.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 134 (1.7%) | 96 (1.2%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 13 (0.2%) | 25 (0.3%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 123 (1.6%) | 293 (3.7%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 108 (1.4%) | 174 (2.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 133 (1.7%) | 306 (3.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 84 (1.1%) | 349 (4.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 211 (2.7%) | 391 (4.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 185 (2.4%) | 206 (2.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 123 (1.6%) | 303 (3.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 142 (1.8%) | 257 (3.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 564 (7.2%) | 524 (6.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 616 (7.9%) | 528 (6.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,321 (16.9%) | 1,450 (18.1%) |
| $100,000+ | 3,250 (41.5%) | 1,881 (23.5%) |
| Total | 7,836 (100.0%) | 7,989 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wakefield
Average earnings in Wakefield are $91,388 for men and $68,477 for women, a difference of 25.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $112,404, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $70,640. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $88,944, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $27,375.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $70,640 | $38,415 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $73,125 | $46,171 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $104,375 | $79,911 |
| Graduate Degree | $112,404 | $88,944 |
| Total | $91,388 | $68,477 |
Family Income in Wakefield
Family Income Brackets in Wakefield
According to the Wakefield family income data, there are 2,402 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 34.3% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 105 | 1.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 63 | 0.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 315 | 4.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 217 | 3.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 630 | 9.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 490 | 7.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,464 | 20.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,324 | 18.9% |
| $200,000+ | 2,402 | 34.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wakefield
5-person families (543 | 7.7%) account for the highest median family income in Wakefield with $204,659 per family, while 2-person families (3,012 | 43.0%) have the highest median income of $62,312 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,012 (43.0%) | $124,625 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,858 (26.5%) | $160,741 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,399 (20.0%) | $182,604 |
| 5-Person Families | 543 (7.7%) | $204,659 |
| 6-Person Families | 175 (2.5%) | $198,750 |
| 7+ Person Families | 17 (0.2%) | $0 |
| Total | 7,004 (100.0%) | $158,162 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Wakefield
The median family income in Wakefield is $158,162, with families comprising 3+ earners (988) having the highest median family income of $239,091, while families with no earners (873) have the lowest median family income of $70,750, accounting for 14.1% and 12.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 873 (12.5%) | $70,750 |
| 1 Earner | 1,491 (21.3%) | $99,738 |
| 2 Earners | 3,652 (52.1%) | $183,571 |
| 3+ Earners | 988 (14.1%) | $239,091 |
| Total | 7,004 (100.0%) | $158,162 |
Household Income in Wakefield
Household Income Brackets in Wakefield
With 2,798 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Wakefield, accounting for 25.7% of all households. In contrast, only 87 households (0.8%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 479 | 4.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 87 | 0.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 327 | 3.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 555 | 5.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 512 | 4.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,165 | 10.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,023 | 9.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,145 | 19.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,807 | 16.6% |
| $200,000+ | 2,798 | 25.7% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Wakefield
The median household income in Wakefield is $125,592, with the highest median household income of $162,253 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,332 households (30.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $82,686, with 3,207 households (29.4%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 63 (0.6%) | $93,598 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 3,332 (30.6%) | $162,253 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 4,286 (39.4%) | $140,833 |
| 65+ Years | 3,207 (29.4%) | $82,686 |
| Total | 10,888 (100.0%) | $125,592 |
Poverty in Wakefield
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wakefield
With 4.5% poverty level for males and 4.0% for females among the residents of Wakefield, 12 to 14 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 46 males (9.5%) and 20 females (20.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 20 (2.0%) | 19 (2.5%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 15 (1.8%) | 25 (3.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 46 (9.5%) | 40 (13.5%) |
| 15 Years | 9 (7.4%) | 20 (20.8%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 14 (2.5%) | 20 (10.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 31 (3.5%) | 51 (7.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 68 (4.6%) | 26 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 92 (4.6%) | 65 (3.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 53 (3.0%) | 42 (2.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 113 (6.0%) | 139 (5.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 120 (8.4%) | 47 (3.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 27 (3.2%) | 31 (2.4%) |
| Total | 608 (4.5%) | 525 (4.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wakefield
According to the poverty statistics in Wakefield, 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 | 968 (98.0%) | 746 (97.5%) |
| 5 Years | 126 (100.0%) | 188 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 834 (98.2%) | 735 (96.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 439 (90.5%) | 257 (86.5%) |
| 15 Years | 113 (92.6%) | 76 (79.2%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 551 (97.5%) | 164 (89.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 860 (96.5%) | 668 (92.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,418 (95.4%) | 1,739 (98.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,886 (95.4%) | 1,769 (96.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,709 (97.0%) | 1,676 (97.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,757 (94.0%) | 2,203 (94.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,314 (91.6%) | 1,247 (96.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 807 (96.8%) | 1,288 (97.7%) |
| Total | 12,782 (95.5%) | 12,756 (96.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wakefield
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Wakefield show that 0.8% or 45 of the total 5,718 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 5.1%, comprising of 18 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 3,098 (99.1%) | 27 (0.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 2,240 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 335 (94.9%) | 18 (5.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,673 (99.2%) | 45 (0.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wakefield
According to the poverty data in Wakefield, 16.0% or 67 single-father households and 8.8% or 76 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 50 households (24.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 76 households (17.4%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 17 (8.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 50 (24.3%) | 76 (17.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 67 (16.0%) | 76 (8.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wakefield
The poverty data for Wakefield shows that 45 of the married-couple family households (0.8%) and 143 of the single-parent households (11.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 households (5.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 126 household (19.6%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 27 (0.9%) | 17 (2.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 126 (19.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 18 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 45 (0.8%) | 143 (11.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Wakefield
Employment by Class of Employer in Wakefield
Among the 14,561 employed individuals in Wakefield, private company employees (9,583 | 65.8%), not-for-profit organizations (1,822 | 12.5%), and local government employees (1,286 | 8.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 9,583 | 65.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 576 | 4.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 604 | 4.2% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,822 | 12.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,286 | 8.8% |
| State Government Employees | 354 | 2.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 336 | 2.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 14,561 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Wakefield
According to the labor force statistics for Wakefield, out of the total population over 16 years of age (22,334), 68.8% or 15,366 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.0% or 615 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 94.8% or 3,614 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.1% or 51 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 337 (29.2%) | 51 (15.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 947 (78.1%) | 75 (7.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,391 (91.3%) | 36 (2.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,502 (86.4%) | 27 (1.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,614 (94.8%) | 80 (2.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,987 (85.5%) | 179 (6.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,779 (89.0%) | 135 (7.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,445 (64.5%) | 14 (1.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,073 (38.4%) | 23 (2.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 288 (12.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 15,366 (68.8%) | 615 (4.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wakefield
According to labor force statistics for Wakefield, 85.9% of individuals (12,721) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (14,809) are in the labor force, with 3.7% or 471 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 90.8% or 8,561 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.2% or 115 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 198 (59.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,858 (74.9%) | 154 (6.2%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,111 (82.2%) | 136 (5.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 8,561 (90.8%) | 273 (2.9%) |
| Total | 12,721 (85.9%) | 548 (3.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Wakefield
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wakefield are Management (2,533 | 17.2%), Community & Social Service (2,248 | 15.2%), Computers, Engineering & Science (1,802 | 12.2%), Business & Financial (1,432 | 9.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (1,217 | 8.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wakefield, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (85.3%), Computers, Engineering & Science (64.4%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (60.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (96.2%), and Education, Arts & Media (82.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,395 (55.1%) | 1,138 (44.9%) |
| Business & Financial | 672 (46.9%) | 760 (53.1%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 1,161 (64.4%) | 641 (35.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 544 (54.8%) | 449 (45.2%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 442 (85.3%) | 76 (14.7%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 175 (60.1%) | 116 (39.9%) |
| Community & Social Service | 745 (33.1%) | 1,503 (66.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 38 (17.3%) | 181 (82.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 142 (44.2%) | 179 (55.8%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 277 (22.8%) | 940 (77.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 288 (58.7%) | 203 (41.3%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 38 (3.8%) | 959 (96.2%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 742 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 4,011 (44.5%) | 5,001 (55.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,363 (49.9%) | 7,384 (50.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Wakefield are Food Preparation & Serving (542 | 3.7%), Security & Protection (248 | 1.7%), Personal Care & Service (234 | 1.6%), Firefighting & Prevention (179 | 1.2%), and Healthcare Support (118 | 0.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Wakefield, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Security & Protection (82.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (94.1%), Personal Care & Service (82.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (56.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 7 (5.9%) | 111 (94.1%) |
| Security & Protection | 204 (82.3%) | 44 (17.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 135 (75.4%) | 44 (24.6%) |
| Law Enforcement | 69 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 237 (43.7%) | 305 (56.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 42 (17.9%) | 192 (82.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 537 (45.2%) | 652 (54.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,363 (49.9%) | 7,384 (50.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wakefield are Sales & Related (1,405 | 9.5%), and Office & Administration (1,363 | 9.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 814 (57.9%) | 591 (42.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 396 (29.0%) | 967 (71.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,210 (43.7%) | 1,558 (56.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,363 (49.9%) | 7,384 (50.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wakefield are Construction & Extraction (623 | 4.2%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (267 | 1.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 623 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 254 (95.1%) | 13 (4.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 877 (98.5%) | 13 (1.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,363 (49.9%) | 7,384 (50.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wakefield are Production (382 | 2.6%), Transportation (336 | 2.3%), and Material Moving (170 | 1.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 311 (81.4%) | 71 (18.6%) |
| Transportation | 298 (88.7%) | 38 (11.3%) |
| Material Moving | 119 (70.0%) | 51 (30.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 728 (82.0%) | 160 (18.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,363 (49.9%) | 7,384 (50.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Wakefield
Employment Industries in Wakefield
The major employment industries in Wakefield include Professional & Scientific (2,471 | 16.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (2,170 | 14.7%), Educational Services (1,739 | 11.8%), Retail Trade (1,308 | 8.9%), and Finance & Insurance (1,180 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wakefield
The Wakefield industries that see more men than women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (95.9%), and Utilities (88.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (83.6%), Educational Services (71.6%), and Accommodation & Food Services (60.7%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 1,004 (85.2%) | 174 (14.8%) |
| Manufacturing | 813 (70.1%) | 347 (29.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 325 (85.1%) | 57 (14.9%) |
| Retail Trade | 740 (56.6%) | 568 (43.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 398 (95.9%) | 17 (4.1%) |
| Utilities | 138 (88.5%) | 18 (11.5%) |
| Information | 185 (50.7%) | 180 (49.3%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 699 (59.2%) | 481 (40.8%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 102 (52.3%) | 93 (47.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 1,250 (50.6%) | 1,221 (49.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 171 (51.5%) | 161 (48.5%) |
| Educational Services | 494 (28.4%) | 1,245 (71.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 357 (16.5%) | 1,813 (83.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 84 (49.1%) | 87 (50.9%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 201 (39.3%) | 311 (60.7%) |
| Public Administration | 263 (57.1%) | 198 (42.9%) |
| Total | 7,363 (49.9%) | 7,384 (50.1%) |
Education in Wakefield
School Enrollment in Wakefield
The most common levels of schooling among the 5,455 students in Wakefield are elementary school (1,207 | 22.1%), high school (1,161 | 21.3%), and middle school (1,057 | 19.4%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 491 | 9.0% |
| Kindergarten | 376 | 6.9% |
| Elementary School | 1,207 | 22.1% |
| Middle School | 1,057 | 19.4% |
| High School | 1,161 | 21.3% |
| College / Undergraduate | 831 | 15.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 332 | 6.1% |
| Total | 5,455 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wakefield
Out of a total of 5,455 students who are enrolled in schools in Wakefield, 1,424 (26.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,031 (73.9%) 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 381 (78.9% 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 1,149 (90.3% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 102 (21.1%) | 381 (78.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,104 (76.6%) | 338 (23.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,149 (90.3%) | 123 (9.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 830 (87.8%) | 115 (12.2%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 256 (85.3%) | 44 (14.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 252 (52.8%) | 225 (47.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 162 (58.9%) | 113 (41.1%) |
| 35 Years and over | 174 (66.7%) | 87 (33.3%) |
| Total | 4,031 (73.9%) | 1,424 (26.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wakefield
Business (2,398 | 19.6%), engineering (1,275 | 10.4%), social sciences (1,169 | 9.5%), science & technology (1,060 | 8.6%), and education (915 | 7.5%) are the most common fields of study among 12,264 individuals in Wakefield who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 489 | 4.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 648 | 5.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 356 | 2.9% |
| Psychology | 414 | 3.4% |
| Social Sciences | 1,169 | 9.5% |
| Engineering | 1,275 | 10.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 131 | 1.1% |
| Science & Technology | 1,060 | 8.6% |
| Business | 2,398 | 19.6% |
| Education | 915 | 7.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 709 | 5.8% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 661 | 5.4% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 754 | 6.1% |
| Communications | 550 | 4.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 735 | 6.0% |
| Total | 12,264 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Wakefield
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wakefield
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wakefield are males with 2 vehicles (3,560, accounting for 48.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (3,307, making up 49.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 54 (0.7%) | 21 (0.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,367 (18.7%) | 1,728 (23.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,560 (48.8%) | 3,307 (45.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,509 (20.7%) | 1,337 (18.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 697 (9.6%) | 764 (10.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 110 (1.5%) | 74 (1.0%) |
| Total | 7,297 (100.0%) | 7,231 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Wakefield
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wakefield are 60 to 89 minutes (1,582 commuters, 13.6%), 45 to 59 minutes (1,533 commuters, 13.2%), and 30 to 34 minutes (1,528 commuters, 13.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 286 | 2.5% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 890 | 7.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,116 | 9.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,422 | 12.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,272 | 11.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 845 | 7.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,528 | 13.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 410 | 3.5% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 373 | 3.2% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,533 | 13.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,582 | 13.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 341 | 2.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Wakefield
The most common commute times in Wakefield are 30 to 34 minutes (872 commuters, 15.1%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (849 commuters, 14.6%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 39 (0.7%) | 247 (4.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 402 (7.0%) | 488 (8.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 433 (7.5%) | 683 (11.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 573 (9.9%) | 849 (14.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 825 (14.3%) | 447 (7.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 504 (8.7%) | 341 (5.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 872 (15.1%) | 656 (11.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 190 (3.3%) | 220 (3.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 82 (1.4%) | 291 (5.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 775 (13.4%) | 758 (13.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 798 (13.8%) | 784 (13.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 282 (4.9%) | 59 (1.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wakefield
The most frequent times of departure to work in Wakefield are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (970, 16.8%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (1,061, 18.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 194 (3.4%) | 9 (0.2%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 167 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 374 (6.5%) | 183 (3.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 678 (11.7%) | 621 (10.7%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 652 (11.3%) | 755 (13.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 894 (15.5%) | 1,019 (17.5%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 682 (11.8%) | 777 (13.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 970 (16.8%) | 1,061 (18.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 392 (6.8%) | 475 (8.2%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 239 (4.1%) | 351 (6.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 166 (2.9%) | 164 (2.8%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 48 (0.8%) | 115 (2.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 158 (2.7%) | 146 (2.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 161 (2.8%) | 147 (2.5%) |
| Total | 5,775 (100.0%) | 5,823 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Wakefield
Occupancy by Ownership in Wakefield
Of the total 10,888 dwellings in Wakefield, owner-occupied units account for 7,774 (71.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,114 (28.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 7,774 | 71.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 3,114 | 28.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 10,888 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Wakefield
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 3,224 | 29.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,498 | 32.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,891 | 17.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,275 | 20.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 10,888 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wakefield
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,722 (53.4%) | 1,502 (46.6%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,653 (75.8%) | 845 (24.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,390 (73.5%) | 501 (26.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,009 (88.3%) | 266 (11.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 7,774 (71.4%) | 3,114 (28.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wakefield
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 258 (53.5%) | 224 (46.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,035 (60.7%) | 671 (39.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,384 (63.1%) | 808 (36.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 5,097 (78.3%) | 1,411 (21.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wakefield
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,296 | 11.9% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,099 | 19.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,935 | 17.8% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,351 | 21.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,724 | 15.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,056 | 9.7% |
| 85 Years and Over | 427 | 3.9% |
| Total | 10,888 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Wakefield
Median Income by Occupancy in Wakefield
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 7,774 (71.4%) | $157,260 |
| Renter-Occupied | 3,114 (28.6%) | $71,984 |
| Average | 10,888 (100.0%) | $125,592 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wakefield
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 132 (1.7%) | 190 (6.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 53 (0.7%) | 108 (3.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 36 (0.5%) | 52 (1.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 46 (0.6%) | 177 (5.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 28 (0.4%) | 76 (2.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 255 (3.3%) | 302 (9.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 331 (4.3%) | 184 (5.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 655 (8.4%) | 505 (16.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 551 (7.1%) | 468 (15.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,486 (19.1%) | 657 (21.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 4,201 (54.0%) | 395 (12.7%) |
| Total | 7,774 (100.0%) | 3,114 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wakefield
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 72 (0.9%) | 133 (4.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 67 (0.9%) | 153 (4.9%) |
| $500 to $799 | 175 (2.2%) | 147 (4.7%) |
| $800 to $999 | 472 (6.1%) | 104 (3.3%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,371 (17.6%) | 542 (17.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 677 (8.7%) | 809 (26.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 843 (10.8%) | 594 (19.1%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 1,156 (14.9%) | 259 (8.3%) |
| $3,000 or more | 2,941 (37.8%) | 199 (6.4%) |
| Total | 7,774 (100.0%) | 3,114 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Wakefield
Housing Structures in Wakefield
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,153 | 56.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 665 | 6.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 1,374 | 12.6% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 826 | 7.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 370 | 3.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 1,500 | 13.8% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 10,888 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wakefield
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,842 (95.0%) | 311 (5.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 472 (71.0%) | 193 (29.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 610 (44.4%) | 764 (55.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 154 (18.6%) | 672 (81.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 215 (58.1%) | 155 (41.9%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 481 (32.1%) | 1,019 (67.9%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,774 (71.4%) | 3,114 (28.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wakefield
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 75 (2.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 336 (4.3%) | 1,080 (34.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,345 (17.3%) | 1,378 (44.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,993 (38.5%) | 459 (14.7%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 3,100 (39.9%) | 122 (3.9%) |
| Total | 7,774 (100.0%) | 3,114 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wakefield
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 3,938 (50.7%) | 1,262 (40.5%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 208 (2.7%) | 35 (1.1%) |
| Electricity | 356 (4.6%) | 1,129 (36.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 3,229 (41.5%) | 624 (20.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 27 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 16 (0.2%) | 64 (2.1%) |
| Total | 7,774 (100.0%) | 3,114 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Wakefield
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 145 (1.9%) | 309 (9.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,285 (29.4%) | 1,754 (56.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,652 (47.0%) | 870 (27.9%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,692 (21.8%) | 181 (5.8%) |
| Total | 7,774 (100.0%) | 3,114 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Wakefield
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wakefield
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,102 | 5,672 |
| Median Property Value | $636,900 | $649,800 |
| Median Household Income | $113,386 | $3,505 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $1,118 | $2,941 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $7,156 | $56 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wakefield
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 104 (1.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 91 (1.6%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 139 (6.6%) | 220 (3.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 367 (17.5%) | 781 (13.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 995 (47.3%) | 2,737 (48.2%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 473 (22.5%) | 1,314 (23.2%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 128 (6.1%) | 425 (7.5%) |
| Total | 2,102 (100.0%) | 5,672 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wakefield
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 112 (5.3%) | 87 (1.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 55 (2.6%) | 73 (1.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 159 (7.6%) | 55 (1.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 270 (12.8%) | 96 (1.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 129 (6.1%) | 61 (1.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 223 (10.6%) | 526 (9.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 458 (21.8%) | 328 (5.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 696 (33.1%) | 1,028 (18.1%) |
| Total | 2,102 (100.0%) | 5,672 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wakefield
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 125 (5.9%) | 175,250 (3,089.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 266 (12.7%) | 761 (13.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 217 (10.3%) | 1,314 (23.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,430 (68.0%) | 1,265 (22.3%) |
| Total | 2,102 (100.0%) | 5,672 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wakefield
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 32 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 55 (2.6%) | 60 (1.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,973 (93.9%) | 167 (2.9%) |
| Total | 2,102 (100.0%) | 5,672 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Wakefield
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wakefield
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,993 (96.4%) | 74 (3.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,501 (98.0%) | 70 (2.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,710 (99.8%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,939 (98.8%) | 37 (1.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,710 (97.3%) | 102 (2.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,326 (95.6%) | 154 (4.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 4,081 (96.9%) | 131 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,720 (99.7%) | 8 (0.3%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,153 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 26,133 (97.8%) | 580 (2.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wakefield
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,993 (96.4%) | 74 (3.6%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,501 (98.0%) | 70 (2.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,710 (99.8%) | 4 (0.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wakefield
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,064 (95.3%) | 52 (4.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,749 (94.5%) | 102 (5.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,352 (94.4%) | 140 (5.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,899 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 18,948 (98.5%) | 285 (1.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wakefield
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 194 (9.4%) | 1,848 (89.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 607 (17.0%) | 3,178 (89.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 297 (17.3%) | 1,511 (88.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 340 (11.4%) | 2,664 (89.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 338 (8.9%) | 3,451 (90.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 393 (11.3%) | 3,050 (87.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 677 (16.1%) | 3,627 (86.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,509 (92.0%) | 1,693 (62.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,139 (99.4%) | 1,632 (75.8%) |
| Total | 7,494 (28.1%) | 22,654 (84.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wakefield
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 177 (8.2%) | 100 (6.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 167 (7.0%) | 109 (4.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 405 (7.2%) | 397 (6.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 339 (23.6%) | 323 (25.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 425 (51.0%) | 497 (37.7%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wakefield
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (0.7%) | 12 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 44 (0.8%) | 168 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 74 (5.2%) | 41 (3.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 349 (41.8%) | 160 (12.1%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 28 (0.5%) | 50 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 43 (3.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 87 (10.4%) | 13 (1.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 177 (8.2%) | 90 (5.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 151 (6.4%) | 97 (3.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 189 (3.4%) | 155 (2.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 81 (5.7%) | 34 (2.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 76 (9.1%) | 42 (3.2%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 173 (3.1%) | 136 (2.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 280 (19.5%) | 204 (15.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 189 (22.7%) | 350 (26.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 75 (3.5%) | 30 (1.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 46 (0.8%) | 38 (0.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 67 (4.7%) | 48 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 211 (25.3%) | 130 (9.9%) |
Technology Access in Wakefield
Computing Device Access in Wakefield
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 9,537 | 87.6% |
| Smartphone | 9,702 | 89.1% |
| Tablet | 7,533 | 69.2% |
| No Computing Device | 597 | 5.5% |
| Total | 10,888 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Wakefield
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 9,235 | 84.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 808 | 7.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 205 | 1.9% |
| No Internet | 766 | 7.0% |
| Total | 10,888 | 100.0% |
Wakefield Summary
Wakefield is a town located in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. It is located approximately 10 miles north of Boston and is part of the Greater Boston metropolitan area. As of the 2010 census, the town had a population of 24,932.
History
The area that is now Wakefield was first settled in 1638 by Europeans. The area was originally part of Lynn, Massachusetts, and was known as Lynn Village. In 1812, the area was incorporated as South Reading, and in 1868, it was renamed Wakefield. The town was named after the Wakefield family, who were prominent landowners in the area.
Geography
Wakefield is located at 42°28′N 71°07′W (42.46, -71.12). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 8.3 square miles (21.5 km2), of which 8.2 square miles (21.3 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2) (1.17%) is water.
Economy
Wakefield is home to a variety of businesses, including manufacturing, retail, and service industries. The town is also home to several large employers, including the Wakefield Co-operative Bank, the Wakefield Public Schools, and the Wakefield Municipal Gas and Light Department.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 24,932 people, 9,845 households, and 6,717 families residing in the town. The population density was 3,037.2 people per square mile (1,174.2/km2). There were 10,093 housing units at an average density of 1,223.3 per square mile (471.7/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 92.2% White, 2.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 2.7% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
There were 9,845 households, out of which 32.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 11.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.2% were non-families. 24.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 3.05.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 23.3% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 30.2% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.7 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $68,837, and the median income for a family was $81,824. Males had a median income of $51,945 versus $41,890 for females. The per capita income for the town was $31,945. About 3.2% of families and 4.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.2% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Wakefield?
Total Population of Wakefield is 27,054.
What is the Total Male Population of Wakefield?
Total Male Population of Wakefield is 13,509.
What is the Total Female Population of Wakefield?
Total Female Population of Wakefield is 13,545.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wakefield?
There are 99.73 Males per 100 Females in Wakefield.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wakefield?
There are 100.27 Females per 100 Males in Wakefield.
What is the Median Population Age in Wakefield?
Median Population Age in Wakefield is 43.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wakefield
Average Family Size in Wakefield is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wakefield
Average Household Size in Wakefield is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wakefield?
Per Capita income in Wakefield is $64,988.
What is the Median Family Income in Wakefield?
Median Family Income in Wakefield is $158,162.
What is the Median Household income in Wakefield?
Median Household Income in Wakefield is $125,592.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wakefield?
Income or Wage Gap in Wakefield is 28.6%.
Women in Wakefield earn 71.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Wakefield?
Family Income Deficit in Wakefield is $11,056.
Families that are below poverty line in Wakefield earn $11,056 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wakefield?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wakefield is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wakefield?
There are 15,366 People in the Labor Forcein in Wakefield.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wakefield?
68.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Wakefield.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wakefield?
Unemployment Rate in Wakefield is 4.0%.