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Massachusetts District 2

Congressional District in MA • 4 Counties

Massachusetts's 2nd congressional district is represented by Jim McGovern, a Democratic U.S. representative. McGovern won the 2024 general election with 68.6% of the vote. The district has 787,021 residents, a median household income of $97,592 and a median age of 39.5, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

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Jim McGovern

Representative for Massachusetts District 2
Democratic29 years in office
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2026 election

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District Boundaries

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Demographics

787,021

Total Population

$97,592

Median Household Income

39.5

Median Age

24.8%

College Educated

10.7%

Poverty Rate

Racial & Ethnic Composition

72.6% Whi
5.1% Bla
11.7% His
7.2% Asi

Age Distribution

Median age: 39.5 years | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Household Income Distribution

Median household income: $97,592 | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Racial & Ethnic Composition

2024 Election Results

Jim McGovern Democratic68.6%
Cornelius Shea Other31.1%

Jim McGovern won by 37.5%

366,328 total votes cast

Source: MIT Election Data + Science Lab (MEDSL)

Employment by Occupation

Civilian employed population 16+ | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Federal Spending

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Quick Facts

Representative

Jim McGovern

Major Counties

Worcester, Middlesex, Norfolk and 1 more

Major Cities

Worcester, Leominster, Shrewsbury

Neighboring Districts

Sources and method

· ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who represents Massachusetts District 2?
Jim McGovern (Democrat) currently represents Massachusetts District 2 in the U.S. House of Representatives.
What counties are in Massachusetts District 2?
Massachusetts District 2 includes 4 counties: Worcester, Middlesex, Norfolk, Hampshire.
What are the major cities in Massachusetts District 2?
The major cities in this district include Worcester, Leominster, Shrewsbury.
What is the population of Massachusetts District 2?
Massachusetts District 2 has a population of approximately 787,021 residents.