Northbridge town, Massachusetts
Northbridge town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Northbridge town is a geographic entity located in Worcester County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 16,799. The land area covers 17.27 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 16,799 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 43.8 yrs | ±2.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,710 | ±319 | 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 | 7,173 | ±315 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,710 | ±319 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 463 | ±197 |
| Median Home Value | $448,600 | ±$15,260 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,207 | ±$102 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $111,319 | ±$18,543 |
| Per Capita Income | $55,751 | ±$4,911 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.9% | ±3.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,282 | ±551 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.1% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,044 | ±493 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.6% | ±0.8% |
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: 16,719 (2024)
ID: 166566
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN CLERK
7 MAIN ST, WHITINSVILLE MA 01588-2210
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Blackstone, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Worcester, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Marlborough, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-03 | Southborough, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Oxford, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Northborough, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Westborough, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Franklin, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ashland, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Ashland, 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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Blackstone Valley Vocational Regional School District
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College Vocational | 3.2 mi away | 65 Pleasant St, Upton, MA, 01568-1499 |
5085297758
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WHITINSVILLE SOCIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 17 CHURCH ST., WHITINSVILLE, MA, 01588 |
(508) 234-2151
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College of the Holy Cross
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College | 10.8 mi away | One College Street, Worcester, MA, 01610-2395 |
5087932011
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UXBRIDGE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 15 NORTH MAIN ST., UXBRIDGE, MA, 01569 |
(508) 278-8624
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Spa Tech Institute-Westboro
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College Vocational | 10.9 mi away | 227 Turnpike Rd. - Suite 1, Westborough, MA, 01581 |
5088368864
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UPTON TOWN LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 9 MILFORD ST., UPTON, MA, 01568 |
(508) 529-6272
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Bancroft School of Massage Therapy
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College Vocational | 11.5 mi away | 333 Shrewsbury St, Worcester, MA, 01604 |
5087577923
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SIMON FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 290 MAIN STREET, DOUGLAS, MA, 01516 |
(508) 476-2695
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University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School
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College | 11.7 mi away | 55 Lake Ave North, Worcester, MA, 01655 |
5088568989
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TAFT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 29 NORTH AVENUE, MENDON, MA, 01756 |
(508) 473-3259
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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 WEST MEDWAY, MA US, located 11.4 miles from Northbridge town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.1° | 16.6° | 27.3° | 4.11" | 13.5" |
| February | 41.2° | 17.6° | 29.4° | 3.34" | 11.9" |
| March | 48.4° | 25.4° | 36.9° | 4.64" | 11.0" |
| April | 60.0° | 35.4° | 47.7° | 4.80" | 3.2" |
| May | 70.7° | 45.8° | 58.2° | 3.94" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.3° | 55.2° | 67.3° | 4.47" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.5° | 60.8° | 72.7° | 3.47" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.2° | 59.1° | 71.2° | 3.94" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.3° | 50.7° | 63.5° | 4.18" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.8° | 38.9° | 51.9° | 5.06" | 0.1" |
| November | 53.2° | 30.8° | 42.0° | 3.77" | 1.6" |
| December | 43.2° | 22.9° | 33.1° | 4.65" | 10.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitinsville CDP | CDP | 1.1 mi | — |
| Upton CDP | CDP | 4.3 mi | — |
| East Douglas CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| Hopedale CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Milford CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Bellingham CDP | CDP | 9.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2502746925. • 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.