Belmont, Massachusetts
Belmont: town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States
About
Belmont is a town located in the county of Middlesex in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 24,729 and a population density of 5,261 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 25,873 inhabitants.
The town was created 390 years ago in 1635.
Quick Facts about Belmont
| Population | 25,873 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Postal code | 02478 |
| Area | 4.7 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.3959,-71.1787 |
| Altitude | 43 feet / 13 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1636 (390 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 21:05:21 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 5,505 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 4.42% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 62℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Belmont is located at 42°23'45"N 71°10'43"W (42.3959300, -71.1786700).
Belmont map
Weather
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 62. Northeast wind around 7 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Belmont
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Belmont increased by 4.42% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 24,729 | - | census |
| 2011 | 24,937 | 0.83% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 25,230 | 1.16% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 25,405 | 0.69% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 25,553 | 0.58% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 25,608 | 0.21% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 26,299 | 2.63% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 26,315 | 0.06% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 26,223 | -0.35% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 26,116 | -0.41% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 25,873 | -0.94% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Belmont
1Beaver Brook Reservation
66 Mill St, Belmont, MA 02478, United States View details
Phone: +16177275380 | Website available
2Beaver Brook - Spray Deck & Playground
621 Trapelo Rd, Belmont, MA 02478, United States View details
Phone: +16177275380 | Website available
3Joey's Park
177 Cross St, Belmont, MA 02478, United States View details
Phone: +16179935700 | Website available
4Mass Audubon's Habitat Education Center and Wildlife Sanctuary
10 Juniper Rd, Belmont, MA 02478, United States View details
Phone: +16174895050 | Website available
5Rock Meadow Conservation Area
248 Mill St, Belmont, MA 02478, United States View details
Website available
People born in Belmont (57)
People born in Belmont, including Comparative religions scholar Whitall Perry, actor Addison Powell, freestyle skier Emily Cook, .
More notable people
- Maxie Long (American sprinter) he was born in 16/10/1878
- Jean Rogers (actress (1916-1991)) she was born in 25/03/1916
- Thomas Vose Daily (Roman Catholic bishop) he was born in 23/09/1927
- Sebastian Junger (American author, journalist and documentarian) he was born in 17/01/1962
- Patrick Rissmiller (American ice hockey player) he was born in 26/10/1978
- Phil Wilson (American jazz musician) he was born in 19/01/1937
- David Wheeler (stage director (1925-2012)) he was born in 01/01/1925
- Alana Semuels (American journalist) she was born in 01/01/1901
- Amos Taylor (American lawyer) he was born in 22/02/1877
- Blair Fairchild (American composer and diplomat) he was born in 23/06/1877
- Bob McManama (American ice hockey player) he was born in 07/10/1951
- Brian Deese (American business executive and government official) he was born in 17/02/1978
- Bruce Mather (American ice hockey player) he was born in 25/07/1926
- Chandler Robbins (American ornithologist and natural history writer) he was born in 17/07/1918
- Crazy Legs Conti (American competitive eater) he was born in 01/01/1974
- Fitzroy Carrington (English-born American editor who became known as a leading authority on prints, particularly those of the 15th and 16th centuries) he was born in 01/01/1869
- Frannie Lindsay (American poet) she was born in 03/02/1949
- Guy Carbone (Perennial candidate and former Metropolitan District Commissioner)
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Belmont, MA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 164739 | Bentley University | Waltham (MA) | 02452-4705 |
Nearby Transit Stations (22)
Rail and bus stations connected to Belmont, MA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BON | North Station | 100 Legends Way | RAIL |
| BBY | Back Bay station | 145 Dartmouth St. | RAIL |
| BOS | South Station | 2 South Station | RAIL |
| WOB | Anderson Regional Transportation Center | 100 Atlantic Ave. | RAIL |
| RTE | Route 128 station | 50 University Ave | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Belmont.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Belmon Post Office | Belmont (MA) | 02478 |
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Other cities in Middlesex County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Middlesex County , MA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge | 119,192 | The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Lowell | 110,904 | The third most populous city in Massachusetts. |
| Newton | 87,803 | The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Somerville | 80,935 | A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Framingham | 73,892 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Framingham Center | 65,413 | A census-designated place (CDP) in Framingham, Massachusetts. |
| Waltham | 62,069 | A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Medford | 60,847 | The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Malden | 59,922 | The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Everett | 46,107 | A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Arlington | 45,169 | Town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Billerica | 43,021 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Woburn | 40,135 | A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Marlborough | 39,290 | City in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Watertown | 36,125 | City in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Natick | 35,766 | Town in Massachusetts |
Distance to Other Cities
Belmont distances to largest Massachusetts cities