Hamilton, Massachusetts
Hamilton: town in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States
About
Hamilton is a town located in the county of Essex in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 7,764 and a population density of 201 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 8,070 inhabitants.
The town was created 388 years ago in 1637.
Quick Facts about Hamilton
| Population | 8,070 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area | 38.6 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.6362,-70.8431 |
| Altitude | 49 feet / 15 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1638 (388 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 02:09:02 (20th April 2026) |
| Density | 209 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 3.79% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 48℉ Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Hamilton is located at 42°38'10"N 70°50'35"W (42.6362100, -70.8431000).
Hamilton map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain and snow showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 48. West wind 15 to 18 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Hamilton
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Hamilton increased by 3.79% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 7,764 | - | census |
| 2011 | 7,837 | 0.93% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 7,872 | 0.44% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 7,935 | 0.79% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 7,972 | 0.46% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 7,994 | 0.28% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 8,016 | 0.27% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 8,041 | 0.31% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 8,061 | 0.25% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 8,051 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 8,070 | 0.24% | estimation process |
People born in Hamilton (6)
People born in Hamilton, including Governor of Massachusetts Francis W. Sargent, comedian, musician, and actor Bo Burnham, writer Mary Abigail Dodge, .
More notable people
- Michael Carter-Williams (American basketball player) he was born in 10/10/1991
- John Shea (American paleoanthropologist) he was born in 09/05/1960
- David M. Kelly (politician) he was born in 11/02/1841
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Hamilton, MA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 165945 | Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary | South Hamilton (MA) | 01982 |
Nearby Transit Stations (21)
Rail and bus stations connected to Hamilton, MA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| NBT | Newburyport, Massachusetts | 90 Storey Avenue | BUS |
| HHL | Haverhill station | Washington Street at Railroad Square | RAIL |
| WOB | Anderson Regional Transportation Center | 100 Atlantic Ave. | RAIL |
| BON | North Station | 100 Legends Way | RAIL |
| BOS | South Station | 2 South Station | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Hamilton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Post Office | Hamilton (MA) | 01936 |
Other cities in Essex County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Essex County , MA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Lynn | 94,539 | The third most populous city in Essex County, Massachusetts. |
| Lawrence | 80,007 | The third most populous city in Massachusetts. |
| Haverhill | 64,098 | The most populous city in Essex County, Massachusetts. |
| Peabody | 53,063 | A city in Essex County, Massachusetts. |
| Methuen | 50,910 | The most populous city in Essex County, Massachusetts. |
| South Peabody | 50,293 | A census-designated place in Essex County, Massachusetts. |
| Salem | 43,581 | The capital of Massachusetts. |
| Beverly | 42,242 | A city in Essex County, Massachusetts. |
| Beverly Cove | 40,365 | A census-designated place in Barnstable County, Massachusetts. |
| Andover | 36,554 | Town in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States |
| North Andover | 31,460 | Town in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Gloucester | 30,539 | City on Cape Ann in Essex County, Massachusetts, in the United States |
| Saugus | 28,542 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Danvers | 27,571 | Town in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Marblehead | 20,551 | Town in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Newburyport | 18,495 | City in Massachusetts |
Distance to Other Cities
Hamilton distances to largest Massachusetts cities