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Population and Census Data

The majority of demographic information available about Cambridge derives from one of the U. S. Census Bureau programs.

Demographic Data

Demographic Information about Cambridge is available at three geographic levels:

• Citywide Demographics: Includes a variety of reports and other documents developed by City staff.
• Neighborhood Demographics, Includes a variety of reports and other documents developed by City staff that provide information about the 13 neighborhoods of Cambridge.
• Census Tract Demographics (data.census.gov): Census tract level data is available through the U. S. Census Bureau's  American Factfinder website. 
  • You may find it helpful to review the Census Boundary Map Gallery while deciding which tracts will be of interest.

SNAP, TAFDC and EAEDC Participation

This data set provides summarizes by zip code area participation by Cambridge residents in three public benefit programs, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance for Families with Dependent Children (TADFC), and Emergency Aid to the Elderly, Disabled, and Children (EAEDC).  Available through the City's open data portal:

• SNAP, TAFDC and EAEDC Participation by Cambridge Zip Code, November 2017 to present

For More Information

For more information about socioeconomic and demographic statistics about Cambridge, please contact Cliff Cook, ccook@cambridgema.gov, Senior Planning Information Manager, at 617/349-4656.