Erving town, Massachusetts
Erving town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Erving town is a geographic entity located in Franklin County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,651. The land area covers 13.79 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,651 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 43.3 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 715 | ±74 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 756 | ±80 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 715 | ±74 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 41 | ±29 |
| Median Home Value | $271,800 | ±$20,138 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,163 | ±$213 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $77,656 | ±$9,449 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,022 | ±$5,076 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.2% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 88 | ±36 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% | ±2.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 907 | ±134 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.3% | ±13.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 1,661 (2024)
ID: 208265
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN CLERK
12 E MAIN ST, ERVING MA 01344-9717
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Erving | PK-06 | Erving, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Williamsburg, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Athol, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Athol, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Athol, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Bernardston, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Shelburne Falls, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Colrain, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Conway, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | South Deerfield, MA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Greenfield Community College
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College | 9.7 mi away | One College Dr, Greenfield, MA, 01301-9739 |
4137751000
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ERVING PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 2 CARE DRIVE, ERVING, MA, 01344 |
(413) 423-3348
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University of Massachusetts-Amherst
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College | 15.9 mi away | 374 Whitmore Building 181 Presidents Drive, Amherst, MA, 01003 |
4135450111
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FIELD LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 243 MILLERS FALLS ROAD, NORTHFIELD, MA, 01360 |
(413) 225-3038
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Amherst College
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College | 16.7 mi away | Boltwood Avenue, Amherst, MA, 01002-5000 |
4135422000
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MILLERS FALLS LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 23 BRIDGE STREET, MILLERS FALLS, MA, 01349 | — |
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Hampshire College
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College | 19.9 mi away | 893 West St, Amherst, MA, 01002-5001 |
4135494600
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SLATE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 332 MAIN ROAD, GILL, MA, 01354 |
(413) 863-2591
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SIT Graduate Institute
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College | 20.7 mi away | 1 Kipling Rd, Brattleboro, VT, 05302-0676 |
8022577751
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WENDELL FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 7 WENDELL DEPOT RD, WENDELL, MA, 01379 |
(978) 544-3559
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ORANGE MUNI AP, MA US, located 8.0 miles from Erving town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.4° | 14.0° | 23.7° | 2.71" | — |
| February | 36.6° | 15.4° | 26.0° | 2.34" | — |
| March | 45.2° | 24.3° | 34.7° | 3.38" | — |
| April | 58.6° | 34.3° | 46.4° | 3.44" | — |
| May | 70.3° | 45.5° | 57.9° | 3.24" | — |
| June | 78.6° | 54.8° | 66.7° | 4.14" | — |
| July | 83.7° | 60.4° | 72.1° | 3.76" | — |
| August | 81.8° | 58.7° | 70.3° | 3.87" | — |
| September | 74.0° | 50.5° | 62.2° | 4.29" | — |
| October | 61.5° | 38.8° | 50.2° | 4.22" | — |
| November | 49.5° | 29.5° | 39.5° | 3.37" | — |
| December | 38.7° | 20.8° | 29.7° | 3.40" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millers Falls CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Turners Falls CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Northfield CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
| Orange CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
| Greenfield city | City | 8.0 mi | — |
| Deerfield CDP | CDP | 9.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2501121780. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.