Essex County is located in the state of Massachusetts. With an area of 828 square miles, Essex County is one of the larger counties in the state, while in population it is near the top with 72,341 inhabitants. Essex County's population density of suburban makes it one of the most predominantly populated areas in the state. The county's largest city is Lynn, with a population of 88,992.
Essex County is one of the more affluent regions in the state. The median income for Essex County residents is $54,316, putting the area in in the top half of all counties in Massachusetts. As a reflection this, the average home price in Essex County is $208,726, slightly above the state average of $202,794.
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