Fall River, MA
Population 93,764 · Massachusetts
About Fall River, MA
Fall River is a mid-sized city in Massachusetts with a population of 93,764 residents. The median household income is $53,933 per year, which is near the national average. The median age in Fall River is 39 years.
Housing in Fall River has a median home value of $357,800 and median monthly rent of $1,086. Of the 44,359 total housing units, renting is more common than owning, with 15,170 owner-occupied and 26,617 renter-occupied units.
The unemployment rate in Fall River is 8.1% and the poverty rate is 20.9%. 16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 25.5 minutes.
How Fall River Ranks in Massachusetts
Cost of Living in Fall River, MA
Compared to national averages, Fall River has a median household income of $53,933 (28% below the national median of $75,149). Home values average $357,800, which is 46% above the national median. Monthly rent at $1,086 is 7% below the US average of $1,163. Within Massachusetts, Fall River's income is 49% below the state average of $105,630, and home values are 36% below the state median of $561,296.
Why Live in Fall River, MA?
Fall River offers rent that’s lower than the national average at $1,086/month.
Potential considerations include median household income ($53,933) that falls below the national average. However, as a mid-sized city, Fall River provides access to a wide range of amenities and services.
Fall River has a population of 93,764 with a median age of 39 years. Compare Fall River with other cities to see how it stacks up, or explore all cities in Massachusetts.
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Cities in Massachusetts with a similar population size.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newton | 88,504 | $184,989 | $1,202,500 | Compare |
| Lawrence | 88,297 | $57,903 | $393,500 | Compare |
| New Bedford | 100,731 | $56,025 | $324,400 | Compare |
| Lynn | 100,905 | $74,715 | $472,600 | Compare |
| Quincy | 101,361 | $95,711 | $598,100 | Compare |
| Brockton | 105,080 | $77,089 | $405,500 | Compare |
| Somerville | 80,549 | $127,056 | $899,400 | Compare |
| Lowell | 114,799 | $76,205 | $395,100 | Compare |
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Data source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates. Last updated: 2026-04-05.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fall River
What is the population of Fall River, MA?
The population of Fall River, MA is 93,764 according to the latest Census data.
What is the median household income in Fall River?
The median household income in Fall River, MA is $53,933 per year.
What is the median home value in Fall River?
The median home value in Fall River, MA is $357,800.
What is the average rent in Fall River?
The median monthly rent in Fall River, MA is $1,086.
What is the unemployment rate in Fall River?
The unemployment rate in Fall River, MA is 8.1%.