Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Chelmsford: town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

About

Chelmsford is a town located in the county of Middlesex in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 33,802 and a population density of 1,457 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 35,528 inhabitants.

The town was created 393 years ago in 1632.

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Location of Chelmsford on Massachusetts map.

Quick Facts about Chelmsford

Population 35,528 (2020)
Country United States of America
State Massachusetts (United States)
County Middlesex County
Area 23.2 km2
Latitude & Longitude 42.5998,-71.3673
Altitude 246 feet / 75 meters
Establishment January 01, 1633 (393 years ago)
Time Zone America/New_York
Local time 21:06:52 (15th April 2026)
Postal code 01824
Density 1,531 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth 4.86% (2010-2020)
Weather 60℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather
First Parish Church  Chelmsford  MA image
First Parish Church Chelmsford MA image

Geography

Chelmsford is located at 42°35'59"N 71°22'2"W (42.5998100, -71.3672800).

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Weather

60°F
Mostly Clear
6 mph W Overnight

Mostly clear, with a low around 60. West wind around 6 mph.

7-Day Forecast

Official website of Chelmsford

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Demographics

The population of Chelmsford increased by 4.86% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 33,802 - census
2011 34,259 1.33% estimation process
2012 34,570 0.9% estimation process
2013 34,763 0.56% estimation process
2014 35,004 0.69% estimation process
2015 35,075 0.2% estimation process
2016 35,011 -0.18% estimation process
2017 35,005 -0.02% estimation process
2018 35,202 0.56% estimation process
2019 35,391 0.53% estimation process
2020 35,528 0.39% estimation process
Chelmsford zip code is 01824. County name: Middlesex, County fips: 25017
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People born in Chelmsford (23)

People born in Chelmsford, including actress Kristen Wilson, ice hockey player Phil Bourque, politician Benjamin Pierce, .

More notable people

  • Jeffries Wyman (American physician and natural scientist) he was born in 11/08/1814
  • Phil Aucoin (American ice hockey player) he was born in 12/11/1981
  • Nancy Zaroulis (American writer) she was born in 01/01/1945
  • Alpheus Spring Packard, Sr. (American classical philologist) he was born in 23/12/1798
  • Dan Curran (American football player) he was born in 28/10/1976
  • John Farmer (American historian) he was born in 12/06/1789
  • John Galen Howard (American architect) he was born in 08/05/1864
  • Joy Williams (American novelist and short story writer) she was born in 11/02/1944
  • Josiah Gardner Abbott (American politician) he was born in 01/11/1814
  • Morrill Wyman (American physician) he was born in 25/07/1812
  • Tony Lupien (Baseball player and coach) he was born in 23/04/1917
  • Meghan Toohey (American musician)
  • Heather Linstad (UConn Ice Hockey women's coach) she was born in 26/02/1967
  • Michael A. Dillon (Medal of Honor recipient) he was born in 29/09/1839
  • Dan Craig (American basketball player (1982-)) he was born in 01/01/1982
  • Esther Wilkins (author of the first comprehensive book on dental hygiene) she was born in 09/12/1916
  • Colleen Mullen (American basketball player (1980-)) she was born in 19/06/1980
  • Helen F. Spalding (Educator from Massachusetts and Oregon) she was born in 23/07/1837

Nearby Schools and Colleges

Schools and campuses linked to Chelmsford, MA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.

Code Name City ZIP
382416 Greater Lowell Technical School Tyngsboro (MA) 01879

Nearby Transit Stations (27)

Rail and bus stations connected to Chelmsford, MA. Select a station to open its map and address details.

Code Name Address Type
WOB Anderson Regional Transportation Center 100 Atlantic Ave. RAIL
NSH Nashua, NH 8 North Southwood Drive BUS
HHL Haverhill station Washington Street at Railroad Square RAIL
FRA Framingham station 417 Waverly St. RAIL
BON North Station 100 Legends Way RAIL

Closest post offices linked to Chelmsford.

Post Office Name City ZIP
Chelmsford Post Office Chelmsford (MA) 01824

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

Chelmsford distances to largest Massachusetts cities