Charlemont, Massachusetts
Charlemont: town in Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States
About
Charlemont is a town located in the county of Franklin in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,266 and a population density of 19 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,231 inhabitants.
The town was created 284 years ago in 1741.
Quick Facts about Charlemont
| Population | 1,231 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County | Franklin County |
| Postal code | 01339 |
| Phone Area Codes | 413 |
| Area | 68.3 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.6279,-72.8698 |
| Altitude | 679 feet / 207 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1742 (284 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 04:21:25 (19th April 2026) |
| Density | 18 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.84% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 55℉ Rain Showers Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Charlemont is located at 42°37'40"N 72°52'11"W (42.6278600, -72.8698200).
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Weather
Rain showers likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 55. West wind 8 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Charlemont decreased by 2.84% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,266 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,268 | 0.16% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,266 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,261 | -0.4% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,251 | -0.8% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,243 | -0.64% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,239 | -0.32% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,239 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,238 | -0.08% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,233 | -0.41% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,231 | -0.16% | estimation process |
People born in Charlemont (5)
People born in Charlemont, including academic and writer Donald Paige Frary, politician Orlando B. Potter, physician and author S. Anna Gordon, .
More notable people
- Chauncey Giles (American clergyman and author) he was born in 11/05/1813
- Celeste M. A. Winslow (American author) she was born in 22/11/1837
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Charlemont, MA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 419095 | Charles H McCann Technical School | North Adams (MA) | 01247-3999 |
Nearby Transit Stations (28)
Rail and bus stations connected to Charlemont, MA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GFD | John W. Olver Transit Center | 12 Olive Street | RAIL |
| BRA | Union Station | 10 Vernon Rd | RAIL |
| PIT | Joseph Scelsi Intermodal Transportation Center | 1 Columbus Avenue | RAIL |
| NHT | Union Station | 170 Pleasant Street | RAIL |
| AMM | Amherst, Massachusetts | 13 Railroad St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Charlemont.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Charlemon Post Office | Charlemont (MA) | 01339 |
Other cities in Franklin County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Franklin County , MA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Greenfield | 17,241 | City in Massachusetts, United States; county seat of Franklin County |
| Montague | 8,203 | Town in Massachusetts, United States |
| Orange | 7,581 | Town in Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Deerfield | 5,049 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Turners Falls | 4,470 | Census-designated place in Franklin County, Massachusetts |
| Sunderland | 3,634 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Northfield | 2,958 | Town in Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Bernardston | 2,089 | City in Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States of America |
| South Deerfield | 1,880 | Census-designated place in Franklin County, Massachusetts |
| Conway | 1,875 | Town in Franklin County, Massachusetts, USA |
| Buckland | 1,851 | City in Alaska, USA |
| Shelburne | 1,840 | Human settlement in Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States of America |
| Leverett | 1,836 | Town in Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Shutesbury | 1,753 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Erving | 1,749 | Town of the United States |
| Shelburne Falls | 1,731 | Census-designated place in Franklin County, Massachusetts |
Distance to Other Cities
Charlemont distances to largest Massachusetts cities