Melrose, MA
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Melrose Overview
29,477
TOTAL POPULATION
14,355
MALE POPULATION
15,122
FEMALE POPULATION
94.93
MALES / 100 FEMALES
105.34
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$60,957
PER CAPITA INCOME
$167,917
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$126,305
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
17.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
82.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
16,904
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Melrose Zip Codes
Race in Melrose
The most populous races in Melrose are White / Caucasian (23,647 | 80.2%), Asian (2,791 | 9.5%), and Two or more Races (1,817 | 6.2%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 2,791 | 9.5% |
| Black / African American | 793 | 2.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,505 | 5.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 14 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 23,647 | 80.2% |
| Two or more Races | 1,817 | 6.2% |
| Some other Race | 415 | 1.4% |
| Total | 29,477 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Melrose
The most populous ancestries reported in Melrose are Irish (7,807 | 26.5%), Italian (4,626 | 15.7%), English (3,136 | 10.6%), German (2,182 | 7.4%), and Indian (Asian) (1,346 | 4.6%), together accounting for 64.8% of all Melrose residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 51 | 0.2% |
| Albanian | 64 | 0.2% |
| American | 1,076 | 3.6% |
| Arab | 850 | 2.9% |
| Argentinean | 29 | 0.1% |
| Armenian | 61 | 0.2% |
| Austrian | 46 | 0.2% |
| Bhutanese | 209 | 0.7% |
| Brazilian | 362 | 1.2% |
| British | 177 | 0.6% |
| Burmese | 74 | 0.3% |
| Canadian | 321 | 1.1% |
| Cape Verdean | 19 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 417 | 1.4% |
| Cherokee | 2 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 234 | 0.8% |
| Cuban | 20 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 30 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 106 | 0.4% |
| Dominican | 116 | 0.4% |
| Dutch | 213 | 0.7% |
| Eastern European | 100 | 0.3% |
| English | 3,136 | 10.6% |
| Estonian | 17 | 0.1% |
| European | 375 | 1.3% |
| Filipino | 40 | 0.1% |
| Finnish | 6 | 0.0% |
| French | 624 | 2.1% |
| French Canadian | 731 | 2.5% |
| German | 2,182 | 7.4% |
| Ghanaian | 62 | 0.2% |
| Greek | 393 | 1.3% |
| Guatemalan | 244 | 0.8% |
| Haitian | 172 | 0.6% |
| Honduran | 14 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 167 | 0.6% |
| Indian (Asian) | 1,346 | 4.6% |
| Inupiat | 62 | 0.2% |
| Iranian | 34 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 7,807 | 26.5% |
| Italian | 4,626 | 15.7% |
| Japanese | 72 | 0.2% |
| Jordanian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Kenyan | 41 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 77 | 0.3% |
| Latvian | 22 | 0.1% |
| Lebanese | 14 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 162 | 0.5% |
| Malaysian | 59 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 209 | 0.7% |
| Mexican American Indian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Moroccan | 663 | 2.2% |
| Nicaraguan | 11 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 18 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 103 | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 59 | 0.2% |
| Panamanian | 15 | 0.1% |
| Pennsylvania German | 14 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 1,178 | 4.0% |
| Portuguese | 223 | 0.8% |
| Puerto Rican | 233 | 0.8% |
| Romanian | 98 | 0.3% |
| Russian | 318 | 1.1% |
| Salvadoran | 133 | 0.4% |
| Scandinavian | 64 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 248 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 638 | 2.2% |
| Sioux | 7 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 39 | 0.1% |
| South African | 39 | 0.1% |
| South American | 263 | 0.9% |
| Spaniard | 85 | 0.3% |
| Spanish | 43 | 0.2% |
| Sri Lankan | 949 | 3.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 212 | 0.7% |
| Swedish | 419 | 1.4% |
| Syrian | 13 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 267 | 0.9% |
| Ukrainian | 123 | 0.4% |
| Welsh | 126 | 0.4% |
| Yugoslavian | 27 | 0.1% | View All 82 Rows |
Immigrants in Melrose
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Melrose came from Asia (1,853 | 6.3%), Eastern Asia (1,225 | 4.2%), China (1,135 | 3.8%), Latin America (991 | 3.4%), and Europe (912 | 3.1%), together accounting for 20.7% of all Melrose residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 655 | 2.2% |
| Albania | 20 | 0.1% |
| Argentina | 29 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 1,853 | 6.3% |
| Bangladesh | 37 | 0.1% |
| Barbados | 15 | 0.1% |
| Belarus | 104 | 0.4% |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 9 | 0.0% |
| Brazil | 339 | 1.1% |
| Cabo Verde | 19 | 0.1% |
| Cambodia | 58 | 0.2% |
| Canada | 92 | 0.3% |
| Caribbean | 269 | 0.9% |
| Central America | 212 | 0.7% |
| China | 1,135 | 3.8% |
| Colombia | 142 | 0.5% |
| Czechoslovakia | 20 | 0.1% |
| Dominican Republic | 82 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Africa | 18 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1,225 | 4.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 403 | 1.4% |
| Egypt | 15 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 96 | 0.3% |
| England | 32 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 912 | 3.1% |
| Germany | 70 | 0.2% |
| Ghana | 57 | 0.2% |
| Greece | 42 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 116 | 0.4% |
| Haiti | 159 | 0.5% |
| Hong Kong | 54 | 0.2% |
| India | 67 | 0.2% |
| Iran | 34 | 0.1% |
| Ireland | 90 | 0.3% |
| Italy | 83 | 0.3% |
| Japan | 59 | 0.2% |
| Jordan | 23 | 0.1% |
| Kenya | 18 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 31 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 991 | 3.4% |
| Morocco | 491 | 1.7% |
| Nepal | 161 | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | 19 | 0.1% |
| Northern Africa | 541 | 1.8% |
| Northern Europe | 156 | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 47 | 0.2% |
| Pakistan | 34 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 44 | 0.2% |
| Poland | 41 | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 11 | 0.0% |
| Romania | 20 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 147 | 0.5% |
| South Africa | 20 | 0.1% |
| South America | 510 | 1.7% |
| South Central Asia | 333 | 1.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 235 | 0.8% |
| Southern Europe | 194 | 0.7% |
| Spain | 58 | 0.2% |
| Switzerland | 70 | 0.2% |
| Syria | 37 | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | 40 | 0.1% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 13 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 42 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 99 | 0.3% |
| Western Africa | 76 | 0.3% |
| Western Asia | 60 | 0.2% |
| Western Europe | 159 | 0.5% | View All 67 Rows |
Sex and Age in Melrose
Sex and Age in Melrose
The most populous age groups in Melrose are 50 to 54 Years (1,307 | 9.1%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (1,394 | 9.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 600 (4.2%) | 923 (6.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 806 (5.6%) | 1,130 (7.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 686 (4.8%) | 663 (4.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,035 (7.2%) | 635 (4.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 650 (4.5%) | 530 (3.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 816 (5.7%) | 721 (4.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,039 (7.2%) | 840 (5.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,106 (7.7%) | 1,106 (7.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,295 (9.0%) | 1,065 (7.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,001 (7.0%) | 778 (5.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,307 (9.1%) | 1,394 (9.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,036 (7.2%) | 977 (6.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 803 (5.6%) | 861 (5.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 682 (4.8%) | 914 (6.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 357 (2.5%) | 645 (4.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 470 (3.3%) | 1,000 (6.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 439 (3.1%) | 344 (2.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 227 (1.6%) | 596 (3.9%) |
| Total | 14,355 (100.0%) | 15,122 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Melrose
Median Family Size in Melrose
The median family size in Melrose is 3.07 persons per family, with married-couple families (6,561 | 84.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.18 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (638 | 8.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.13 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 6,561 (84.6%) | 3.18 |
| Single Male/Father | 638 (8.2%) | 2.13 |
| Single Female/Mother | 553 (7.1%) | 2.76 |
| Total Families | 7,752 (100.0%) | 3.07 |
Median Household Size in Melrose
The median household size in Melrose is 2.42 persons per household, with married-couple households (6,561 | 54.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.19 persons per household. non-family households (4,285 | 35.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 6,561 (54.5%) | 3.19 |
| Single Male/Father | 638 (5.3%) | 2.25 |
| Single Female/Mother | 553 (4.6%) | 2.82 |
| Non-family | 4,285 (35.6%) | 1.21 |
| Total Households | 12,037 (100.0%) | 2.42 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Melrose
Out of a total of 12,037 households in Melrose, 7,752 (64.4%) are family households, while 4,285 (35.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,137, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,508.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 3,508 (29.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 3,137 (26.1%) | 654 (5.4%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,994 (16.6%) | 99 (0.8%) |
| 4-Person Households | 2,087 (17.3%) | 8 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 369 (3.1%) | 16 (0.1%) |
| 6-Person Households | 84 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 81 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,752 (64.4%) | 4,285 (35.6%) |
Female Fertility in Melrose
Fertility by Age in Melrose
Average fertility rate in Melrose is 53.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 74.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 51.7% 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 | 154 (48.3%) | 74.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 165 (51.7%) | 51.0 |
| Total | 319 (100.0%) | 53.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Melrose
95.0% of women with births (319) in Melrose are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 9.7% 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 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 154 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 149 (90.3%) | 16 (9.7%) |
| Total | 303 (95.0%) | 16 (5.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Melrose
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 42 (13.2%) | 52.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 119 (37.3%) | 59.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 158 (49.5%) | 77.0 |
| Total | 319 (100.0%) | 53.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Melrose
5.0% of women with births in Melrose are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are least likely to be married with 10.1% 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%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 119 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 142 (89.9%) | 16 (10.1%) |
| Total | 303 (95.0%) | 16 (5.0%) |
Income in Melrose
Income Overview in Melrose
Per Capita Income in Melrose is $60,957, while median incomes of families and households are $167,917 and $126,305 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 29,477 | $60,957 |
| Median Family Income | 7,752 | $167,917 |
| Mean Family Income | 7,752 | $183,694 |
| Median Household Income | 12,037 | $126,305 |
| Mean Household Income | 12,037 | $148,438 |
| Income Deficit | 7,752 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 29,477 | 17.27% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 29,477 | 82.73¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 29,477 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Melrose
Average Earnings in Melrose are $77,493, $84,639 for men and $70,020 for women, a difference of 17.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 9,450 (53.9%) | $84,639 |
| Female | 8,065 (46.1%) | $70,020 |
| Total | 17,515 (100.0%) | $77,493 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Melrose
The most common earnings brackets in Melrose are $100,000+ for men (3,627 | 38.4%) and $100,000+ for women (2,340 | 29.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 486 (5.1%) | 406 (5.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 221 (2.3%) | 175 (2.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 181 (1.9%) | 266 (3.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 90 (0.9%) | 132 (1.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 321 (3.4%) | 132 (1.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 110 (1.2%) | 108 (1.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 142 (1.5%) | 115 (1.4%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 66 (0.7%) | 103 (1.3%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 121 (1.3%) | 208 (2.6%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 57 (0.6%) | 117 (1.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 78 (0.8%) | 371 (4.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 226 (2.4%) | 141 (1.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 351 (3.7%) | 250 (3.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 261 (2.8%) | 319 (4.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 231 (2.4%) | 210 (2.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 114 (1.2%) | 197 (2.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 644 (6.8%) | 582 (7.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 593 (6.3%) | 447 (5.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,530 (16.2%) | 1,446 (17.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 3,627 (38.4%) | 2,340 (29.0%) |
| Total | 9,450 (100.0%) | 8,065 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Melrose
Average earnings in Melrose are $90,925 for men and $77,984 for women, a difference of 14.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $117,906, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $32,128. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $91,689, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $21,010.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $32,128 | $21,010 |
| High School Diploma | $64,127 | $23,558 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $67,539 | $58,689 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $100,588 | $83,497 |
| Graduate Degree | $117,906 | $91,689 |
| Total | $90,925 | $77,984 |
Family Income in Melrose
Family Income Brackets in Melrose
According to the Melrose family income data, there are 3,047 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 39.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 31 families (0.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 109 | 1.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 31 | 0.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 140 | 1.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 287 | 3.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 240 | 3.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 558 | 7.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 597 | 7.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,496 | 19.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,240 | 16.0% |
| $200,000+ | 3,047 | 39.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Melrose
6-person families (53 | 0.7%) account for the highest median family income in Melrose with $250,001 per family, while 3-person families (1,920 | 24.8%) have the highest median income of $57,805 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,241 (41.8%) | $111,754 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,920 (24.8%) | $173,415 |
| 4-Person Families | 2,057 (26.5%) | $221,976 |
| 5-Person Families | 400 (5.2%) | $202,188 |
| 6-Person Families | 53 (0.7%) | $250,001 |
| 7+ Person Families | 81 (1.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 7,752 (100.0%) | $167,917 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Melrose
The median family income in Melrose is $167,917, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,353) having the highest median family income of $217,644, while families with no earners (741) have the lowest median family income of $66,503, accounting for 17.4% and 9.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 741 (9.6%) | $66,503 |
| 1 Earner | 1,995 (25.7%) | $101,170 |
| 2 Earners | 3,663 (47.2%) | $209,537 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,353 (17.4%) | $217,644 |
| Total | 7,752 (100.0%) | $167,917 |
Household Income in Melrose
Household Income Brackets in Melrose
With 3,394 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Melrose, accounting for 28.2% of all households. In contrast, only 205 households (1.7%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 578 | 4.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 205 | 1.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 530 | 4.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 626 | 5.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 626 | 5.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,360 | 11.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 963 | 8.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,143 | 17.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,625 | 13.5% |
| $200,000+ | 3,394 | 28.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Melrose
The median household income in Melrose is $126,305, with the highest median household income of $168,722 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,900 households (32.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $57,391, with 3,443 households (28.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 185 (1.5%) | $129,464 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 3,900 (32.4%) | $168,722 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 4,509 (37.5%) | $152,450 |
| 65+ Years | 3,443 (28.6%) | $57,391 |
| Total | 12,037 (100.0%) | $126,305 |
Poverty in Melrose
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Melrose
With 3.2% poverty level for males and 4.8% for females among the residents of Melrose, 16 and 17 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 57 males (15.4%) and 293 females (15.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 16 (2.7%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 20 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 37 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 57 (15.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 53 (4.4%) | 29 (4.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 32 (1.7%) | 99 (6.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 41 (1.7%) | 53 (2.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 54 (2.4%) | 35 (1.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 113 (6.2%) | 105 (5.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 100 (6.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 35 (3.3%) | 293 (15.7%) |
| Total | 458 (3.2%) | 719 (4.8%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Melrose
According to the poverty statistics in Melrose, 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 | 584 (97.3%) | 910 (99.5%) |
| 5 Years | 89 (100.0%) | 118 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 939 (97.9%) | 1,241 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 394 (91.4%) | 434 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 116 (100.0%) | 125 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 313 (84.6%) | 366 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,145 (95.6%) | 645 (95.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,822 (98.3%) | 1,462 (93.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,356 (98.3%) | 2,118 (97.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,238 (97.6%) | 2,129 (98.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,705 (93.8%) | 1,718 (94.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 993 (100.0%) | 1,452 (93.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,040 (96.7%) | 1,573 (84.3%) |
| Total | 13,734 (96.8%) | 14,291 (95.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Melrose
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Melrose show that 0.5% or 33 of the total 6,561 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 0.6%, comprising of 16 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 3,447 (99.5%) | 17 (0.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 2,843 (99.4%) | 16 (0.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 238 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,528 (99.5%) | 33 (0.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Melrose
According to the poverty data in Melrose, 8.9% or 57 single-father households and 9.6% or 53 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 57 households (47.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 53 households (16.5%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 57 (47.1%) | 53 (16.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 57 (8.9%) | 53 (9.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Melrose
The poverty data for Melrose shows that 33 of the married-couple family households (0.5%) and 110 of the single-parent households (9.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 households (0.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 110 household (24.8%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 17 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 16 (0.6%) | 110 (24.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 33 (0.5%) | 110 (9.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in Melrose
Employment by Class of Employer in Melrose
Among the 16,056 employed individuals in Melrose, private company employees (10,102 | 62.9%), not-for-profit organizations (2,778 | 17.3%), and local government employees (1,052 | 6.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 10,102 | 62.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 359 | 2.2% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 914 | 5.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 2,778 | 17.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,052 | 6.6% |
| State Government Employees | 682 | 4.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 169 | 1.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 16,056 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Melrose
According to the labor force statistics for Melrose, out of the total population over 16 years of age (24,428), 69.2% or 16,904 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.9% or 659 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 93.5% or 1,437 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 28.1% or 145 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 516 (36.1%) | 145 (28.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 935 (79.2%) | 96 (10.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,437 (93.5%) | 37 (2.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,687 (89.8%) | 51 (3.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,142 (90.6%) | 25 (0.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4,135 (92.3%) | 91 (2.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,743 (86.6%) | 75 (4.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,072 (64.4%) | 83 (7.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,026 (39.5%) | 57 (5.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 218 (7.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 16,904 (69.2%) | 659 (3.9%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Melrose
According to labor force statistics for Melrose, 88.1% of individuals (14,224) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (16,145) are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 356 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 91.2% or 9,682 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.7% or 110 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 336 (73.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,931 (81.6%) | 135 (5.7%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,262 (83.7%) | 130 (4.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 9,682 (91.2%) | 159 (1.5%) |
| Total | 14,224 (88.1%) | 404 (2.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Melrose
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Melrose are Management (3,173 | 19.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (2,334 | 14.4%), Community & Social Service (2,188 | 13.5%), Business & Financial (1,619 | 10.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (1,114 | 6.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Melrose, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (79.2%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (74.2%), and Computers & Mathematics (71.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (80.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (79.9%), and Education, Arts & Media (79.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,739 (54.8%) | 1,434 (45.2%) |
| Business & Financial | 616 (38.1%) | 1,003 (62.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 1,607 (68.9%) | 727 (31.1%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 792 (71.1%) | 322 (28.9%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 476 (79.2%) | 125 (20.8%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 339 (54.8%) | 280 (45.2%) |
| Community & Social Service | 909 (41.5%) | 1,279 (58.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 80 (20.2%) | 316 (79.8%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 171 (63.8%) | 97 (36.2%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 199 (22.0%) | 706 (78.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 459 (74.2%) | 160 (25.9%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 196 (20.1%) | 779 (79.9%) |
| Health Technologists | 160 (19.9%) | 645 (80.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 5,067 (49.2%) | 5,222 (50.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,727 (53.7%) | 7,517 (46.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Melrose are Food Preparation & Serving (566 | 3.5%), Personal Care & Service (371 | 2.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (351 | 2.2%), Security & Protection (306 | 1.9%), and Healthcare Support (210 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Melrose, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (96.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (87.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (90.0%), Personal Care & Service (74.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (46.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 21 (10.0%) | 189 (90.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 294 (96.1%) | 12 (3.9%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 84 (87.5%) | 12 (12.5%) |
| Law Enforcement | 210 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 339 (59.9%) | 227 (40.1%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 189 (53.8%) | 162 (46.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 96 (25.9%) | 275 (74.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 939 (52.0%) | 865 (47.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,727 (53.7%) | 7,517 (46.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Melrose are Sales & Related (1,441 | 8.9%), and Office & Administration (1,130 | 7.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 828 (57.5%) | 613 (42.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 503 (44.5%) | 627 (55.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,331 (51.8%) | 1,240 (48.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,727 (53.7%) | 7,517 (46.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Melrose are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (411 | 2.5%), and Construction & Extraction (281 | 1.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 281 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 367 (89.3%) | 44 (10.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 648 (93.6%) | 44 (6.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,727 (53.7%) | 7,517 (46.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Melrose are Transportation (396 | 2.4%), Material Moving (257 | 1.6%), and Production (235 | 1.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 157 (66.8%) | 78 (33.2%) |
| Transportation | 330 (83.3%) | 66 (16.7%) |
| Material Moving | 255 (99.2%) | 2 (0.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 742 (83.6%) | 146 (16.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,727 (53.7%) | 7,517 (46.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Melrose
Employment Industries in Melrose
The major employment industries in Melrose include Professional & Scientific (2,782 | 17.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (2,730 | 16.8%), Finance & Insurance (1,554 | 9.6%), Retail Trade (1,509 | 9.3%), and Educational Services (1,466 | 9.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Melrose
The Melrose industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (95.9%), and Construction (90.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (74.5%), and Administrative & Support (68.4%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 59 (100.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 548 (90.9%) | 55 (9.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 798 (75.3%) | 261 (24.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 149 (69.6%) | 65 (30.4%) |
| Retail Trade | 1,068 (70.8%) | 441 (29.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 376 (95.9%) | 16 (4.1%) |
| Utilities | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 403 (66.0%) | 208 (34.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 786 (50.6%) | 768 (49.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 138 (36.9%) | 236 (63.1%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 1,667 (59.9%) | 1,115 (40.1%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 112 (31.6%) | 242 (68.4%) |
| Educational Services | 480 (32.7%) | 986 (67.3%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 696 (25.5%) | 2,034 (74.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 287 (76.7%) | 87 (23.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 371 (66.4%) | 188 (33.6%) |
| Public Administration | 504 (69.3%) | 223 (30.7%) |
| Total | 8,727 (53.7%) | 7,517 (46.3%) |
Education in Melrose
School Enrollment in Melrose
The most common levels of schooling among the 6,318 students in Melrose are elementary school (1,538 | 24.3%), high school (1,364 | 21.6%), and middle school (1,148 | 18.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 581 | 9.2% |
| Kindergarten | 301 | 4.8% |
| Elementary School | 1,538 | 24.3% |
| Middle School | 1,148 | 18.2% |
| High School | 1,364 | 21.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 925 | 14.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 461 | 7.3% |
| Total | 6,318 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Melrose
Out of a total of 6,318 students who are enrolled in schools in Melrose, 1,422 (22.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,896 (77.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 244 (63.5% 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 1,302 (96.5% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 260 (55.7%) | 207 (44.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,785 (94.7%) | 100 (5.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,302 (96.5%) | 47 (3.5%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 694 (72.3%) | 266 (27.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 370 (77.1%) | 110 (22.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 204 (42.0%) | 282 (58.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 140 (36.5%) | 244 (63.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 140 (45.6%) | 167 (54.4%) |
| Total | 4,896 (77.5%) | 1,422 (22.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Melrose
Business (2,706 | 18.7%), social sciences (1,764 | 12.2%), bio, nature & agricultural (1,083 | 7.5%), education (1,065 | 7.4%), and science & technology (1,014 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 14,449 individuals in Melrose who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 968 | 6.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 1,083 | 7.5% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 577 | 4.0% |
| Psychology | 750 | 5.2% |
| Social Sciences | 1,764 | 12.2% |
| Engineering | 994 | 6.9% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 88 | 0.6% |
| Science & Technology | 1,014 | 7.0% |
| Business | 2,706 | 18.7% |
| Education | 1,065 | 7.4% |
| Literature & Languages | 774 | 5.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 753 | 5.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 492 | 3.4% |
| Communications | 513 | 3.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 908 | 6.3% |
| Total | 14,449 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Melrose
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Melrose
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Melrose are males with 2 vehicles (4,167, accounting for 47.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (3,217, making up 56.7%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 327 (3.8%) | 238 (3.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,025 (23.3%) | 2,222 (30.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 4,167 (47.9%) | 3,217 (43.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,658 (19.1%) | 1,162 (15.8%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 461 (5.3%) | 446 (6.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 53 (0.6%) | 66 (0.9%) |
| Total | 8,691 (100.0%) | 7,351 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Melrose
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Melrose are 45 to 59 minutes (2,268 commuters, 17.8%), 30 to 34 minutes (2,010 commuters, 15.8%), and 60 to 89 minutes (1,719 commuters, 13.5%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 203 | 1.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 695 | 5.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 691 | 5.4% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 726 | 5.7% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,555 | 12.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 962 | 7.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2,010 | 15.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 615 | 4.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 755 | 5.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 2,268 | 17.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,719 | 13.5% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 555 | 4.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Melrose
The most common commute times in Melrose are 45 to 59 minutes (1,430 commuters, 20.3%) for males and 60 to 89 minutes (999 commuters, 17.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 86 (1.2%) | 117 (2.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 318 (4.5%) | 377 (6.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 277 (3.9%) | 414 (7.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 395 (5.6%) | 331 (5.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 985 (14.0%) | 570 (10.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 556 (7.9%) | 406 (7.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,081 (15.3%) | 929 (16.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 419 (5.9%) | 196 (3.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 428 (6.1%) | 327 (5.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,430 (20.3%) | 838 (14.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 720 (10.2%) | 999 (17.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 355 (5.0%) | 200 (3.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Melrose
The most frequent times of departure to work in Melrose are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,339, 19.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,273, 22.3%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 252 (3.6%) | 146 (2.6%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 83 (1.2%) | 45 (0.8%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 260 (3.7%) | 302 (5.3%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 674 (9.6%) | 333 (5.8%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 731 (10.4%) | 629 (11.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,339 (19.0%) | 1,273 (22.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 884 (12.5%) | 713 (12.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 1,322 (18.8%) | 983 (17.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 474 (6.7%) | 295 (5.2%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 248 (3.5%) | 417 (7.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 121 (1.7%) | 121 (2.1%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 73 (1.0%) | 35 (0.6%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 345 (4.9%) | 177 (3.1%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 244 (3.5%) | 235 (4.1%) |
| Total | 7,050 (100.0%) | 5,704 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Melrose
Occupancy by Ownership in Melrose
Of the total 12,037 dwellings in Melrose, owner-occupied units account for 7,924 (65.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 4,113 (34.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 7,924 | 65.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 4,113 | 34.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 12,037 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Melrose
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 3,508 | 29.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,791 | 31.5% |
| 3-Person Household | 2,093 | 17.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,645 | 22.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 12,037 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Melrose
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,451 (41.4%) | 2,057 (58.6%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,452 (64.7%) | 1,339 (35.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,641 (78.4%) | 452 (21.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,380 (90.0%) | 265 (10.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 7,924 (65.8%) | 4,113 (34.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Melrose
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 184 (42.8%) | 246 (57.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 973 (49.2%) | 1,004 (50.8%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 975 (51.1%) | 931 (48.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 5,792 (75.0%) | 1,932 (25.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Melrose
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,756 | 14.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,329 | 19.4% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,345 | 19.5% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,164 | 18.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,654 | 13.7% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,347 | 11.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 442 | 3.7% |
| Total | 12,037 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Melrose
Median Income by Occupancy in Melrose
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 7,924 (65.8%) | $154,636 |
| Renter-Occupied | 4,113 (34.2%) | $64,228 |
| Average | 12,037 (100.0%) | $126,305 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Melrose
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 163 (2.1%) | 274 (6.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 41 (0.5%) | 97 (2.4%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 45 (0.6%) | 160 (3.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 28 (0.4%) | 277 (6.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 117 (1.5%) | 104 (2.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 320 (4.0%) | 300 (7.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 254 (3.2%) | 371 (9.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 758 (9.6%) | 600 (14.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 707 (8.9%) | 251 (6.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,404 (17.7%) | 744 (18.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 4,087 (51.6%) | 935 (22.7%) |
| Total | 7,924 (100.0%) | 4,113 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Melrose
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 58 (0.7%) | 186 (4.5%) |
| $300 to $499 | 102 (1.3%) | 351 (8.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 299 (3.8%) | 207 (5.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 632 (8.0%) | 91 (2.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,365 (17.2%) | 261 (6.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 755 (9.5%) | 1,370 (33.3%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 975 (12.3%) | 695 (16.9%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 1,113 (14.1%) | 386 (9.4%) |
| $3,000 or more | 2,625 (33.1%) | 490 (11.9%) |
| Total | 7,924 (100.0%) | 4,113 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Melrose
Housing Structures in Melrose
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,736 | 56.0% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 466 | 3.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 1,033 | 8.6% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 354 | 2.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 344 | 2.9% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 2,948 | 24.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 156 | 1.3% |
| Total | 12,037 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Melrose
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,492 (96.4%) | 244 (3.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 193 (41.4%) | 273 (58.6%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 504 (48.8%) | 529 (51.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 127 (35.9%) | 227 (64.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 72 (20.9%) | 272 (79.1%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 380 (12.9%) | 2,568 (87.1%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 156 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,924 (65.8%) | 4,113 (34.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Melrose
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 15 (0.2%) | 330 (8.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 304 (3.8%) | 1,824 (44.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,034 (13.1%) | 1,323 (32.2%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 3,213 (40.6%) | 430 (10.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 3,358 (42.4%) | 206 (5.0%) |
| Total | 7,924 (100.0%) | 4,113 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Melrose
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 5,270 (66.5%) | 2,119 (51.5%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 138 (1.7%) | 85 (2.1%) |
| Electricity | 318 (4.0%) | 1,245 (30.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 2,159 (27.3%) | 501 (12.2%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 39 (0.5%) | 87 (2.1%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 76 (1.8%) |
| Total | 7,924 (100.0%) | 4,113 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Melrose
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 241 (3.0%) | 846 (20.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,628 (33.2%) | 2,128 (51.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,701 (46.7%) | 970 (23.6%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,354 (17.1%) | 169 (4.1%) |
| Total | 7,924 (100.0%) | 4,113 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Melrose
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Melrose
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,452 | 5,472 |
| Median Property Value | $675,800 | $760,400 |
| Median Household Income | $86,500 | $3,413 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $1,093 | $2,625 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $6,788 | $58 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Melrose
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 43 (1.8%) | 53 (1.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 65 (2.6%) | 13 (0.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 112 (4.6%) | 68 (1.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 326 (13.3%) | 696 (12.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 967 (39.4%) | 1,816 (33.2%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 664 (27.1%) | 2,160 (39.5%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 275 (11.2%) | 666 (12.2%) |
| Total | 2,452 (100.0%) | 5,472 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Melrose
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 112 (4.6%) | 181 (3.3%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 146 (5.9%) | 92 (1.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 223 (9.1%) | 44 (0.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 133 (5.4%) | 97 (1.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 435 (17.7%) | 121 (2.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 361 (14.7%) | 323 (5.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 368 (15.0%) | 346 (6.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 674 (27.5%) | 1,036 (18.9%) |
| Total | 2,452 (100.0%) | 5,472 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Melrose
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 232 (9.5%) | 184,691 (3,375.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 178 (7.3%) | 364 (6.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 212 (8.6%) | 1,038 (19.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,747 (71.3%) | 1,477 (27.0%) |
| Total | 2,452 (100.0%) | 5,472 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Melrose
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 53 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 15 (0.6%) | 9 (0.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2,197 (89.6%) | 38 (0.7%) |
| Total | 2,452 (100.0%) | 5,472 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Melrose
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Melrose
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,743 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 4,432 (98.1%) | 84 (1.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,654 (98.2%) | 31 (1.8%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,919 (93.3%) | 209 (6.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,442 (97.4%) | 118 (2.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4,446 (99.8%) | 10 (0.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,641 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,545 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,941 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 28,763 (98.5%) | 452 (1.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Melrose
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,743 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 4,432 (98.1%) | 84 (1.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,654 (98.2%) | 31 (1.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Melrose
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,558 (97.1%) | 47 (2.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,848 (90.4%) | 197 (9.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,032 (96.6%) | 71 (3.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,026 (94.2%) | 124 (5.8%) |
| $100,000 and over | 21,207 (99.9%) | 13 (0.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Melrose
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 136 (7.8%) | 1,607 (92.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 589 (13.0%) | 4,034 (89.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 92 (5.5%) | 1,562 (92.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 278 (8.9%) | 2,694 (86.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 280 (6.1%) | 4,218 (92.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 439 (9.9%) | 4,189 (94.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 754 (20.7%) | 3,024 (83.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,278 (89.5%) | 1,786 (70.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,886 (98.1%) | 2,039 (69.3%) |
| Total | 7,732 (26.5%) | 25,153 (86.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Melrose
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 72 (3.6%) | 50 (2.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 200 (6.6%) | 173 (7.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 372 (5.7%) | 529 (8.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 121 (12.2%) | 291 (18.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 300 (27.9%) | 854 (45.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Melrose
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 19 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 10 (0.3%) | 13 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 71 (1.1%) | 65 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 101 (10.2%) | 11 (0.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 180 (16.7%) | 324 (17.4%) |
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 | 68 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 21 (0.3%) | 48 (0.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (1.2%) | 56 (3.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 110 (10.2%) | 151 (8.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 53 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 190 (6.2%) | 159 (7.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 203 (3.1%) | 293 (4.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (1.7%) | 50 (3.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 59 (5.5%) | 125 (6.7%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 50 (2.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 39 (1.3%) | 59 (2.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 149 (2.3%) | 270 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (0.8%) | 156 (10.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 171 (15.9%) | 641 (34.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 19 (1.0%) | 32 (1.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 15 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 125 (1.9%) | 68 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (0.8%) | 77 (5.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 83 (7.7%) | 154 (8.3%) |
Technology Access in Melrose
Computing Device Access in Melrose
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 10,685 | 88.8% |
| Smartphone | 10,783 | 89.6% |
| Tablet | 8,467 | 70.3% |
| No Computing Device | 597 | 5.0% |
| Total | 12,037 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Melrose
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 16 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 10,451 | 86.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 665 | 5.5% |
| Satellite Internet | 240 | 2.0% |
| No Internet | 821 | 6.8% |
| Total | 12,037 | 100.0% |
Melrose Summary
Melrose, MA is a city located in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. It is located approximately seven miles north of downtown Boston and is part of the Greater Boston metropolitan area. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 26,983.
History
The area that is now Melrose was first settled in 1628 and was originally part of Charlestown. In 1649, the area was incorporated as the town of Malden, which included what is now Melrose. In 1850, Melrose separated from Malden and was incorporated as a separate town.
In 1845, the Boston and Maine Railroad was built through Melrose, connecting it to Boston and other towns in the region. This helped to spur the growth of the town and by the late 19th century, Melrose had become a popular summer resort destination for wealthy Bostonians.
In the early 20th century, Melrose was a center of the shoe manufacturing industry. The industry declined in the 1950s and 1960s, leading to a decline in the town’s population and economy.
Geography
Melrose is located at 42°27′33″N 71°3′44″W (42.459167, -71.062222). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.1 square miles (13.2 km2), of which 5.0 square miles (13.0 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2) (1.45%) is water.
Melrose is bordered by the cities of Malden, Stoneham, Wakefield, Saugus, and Everett. It is also bordered by the towns of Winchester, Medford, and Melrose.
Economy
Melrose’s economy is largely based on the service industry, with many residents employed in retail, healthcare, and education. The city is also home to several corporate headquarters, including the headquarters of the Boston Globe and the Boston Red Sox.
The city is also home to several technology companies, including Akamai Technologies, Carbonite, and TripAdvisor.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 26,983 people, 10,890 households, and 6,845 families residing in the city. The population density was 5,400.2 people per square mile (2,084.2/km2). There were 11,541 housing units at an average density of 2,303.3 per square mile (892.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 87.2% White, 4.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 4.9% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.2% of the population.
There were 10,890 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 11.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.3% were non-families. 29.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.07.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.2% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 32.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 14.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.7 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $62,837, and the median income for a family was $77,890. Males had a median income of $50,945 versus $41,845 for females. The per capita income for the city was $31,845. About 4.2% of families and 6.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.2% of those under age 18 and 6.7% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Melrose?
Total Population of Melrose is 29,477.
What is the Total Male Population of Melrose?
Total Male Population of Melrose is 14,355.
What is the Total Female Population of Melrose?
Total Female Population of Melrose is 15,122.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Melrose?
There are 94.93 Males per 100 Females in Melrose.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Melrose?
There are 105.34 Females per 100 Males in Melrose.
What is the Median Population Age in Melrose?
Median Population Age in Melrose is 43.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Melrose
Average Family Size in Melrose is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Melrose
Average Household Size in Melrose is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Melrose?
Per Capita income in Melrose is $60,957.
What is the Median Family Income in Melrose?
Median Family Income in Melrose is $167,917.
What is the Median Household income in Melrose?
Median Household Income in Melrose is $126,305.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Melrose?
Income or Wage Gap in Melrose is 17.3%.
Women in Melrose earn 82.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Melrose?
Inequality or Gini Index in Melrose is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Melrose?
There are 16,904 People in the Labor Forcein in Melrose.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Melrose?
69.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Melrose.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Melrose?
Unemployment Rate in Melrose is 3.9%.