Holliston, Massachusetts
Holliston: town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States
About
Holliston is a town located in the county of Middlesex in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 13,547. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 14,880 inhabitants.
The town was created 367 years ago in 1658.
Quick Facts about Holliston
| Population | 14,880 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Postal code | 01746 |
| Area | 49300000 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.2001,-71.4245 |
| Named for | Thomas Hollis |
| Altitude | 187 feet / 57 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1659 (367 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 19:26:05 (15th April 2026) |
| Population growth | 8.96% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 83℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Holliston is located at 42°12'0"N 71°25'28"W (42.2001000, -71.4245000).
Holliston map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers before 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. Southwest wind around 8 mph...
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Holliston increased by 8.96% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 13,547 | - | census |
| 2011 | 13,858 | 2.24% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 14,037 | 1.28% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 14,177 | 0.99% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 14,388 | 1.47% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 14,488 | 0.69% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 14,577 | 0.61% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 14,727 | 1.02% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 14,872 | 0.97% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 14,912 | 0.27% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 14,880 | -0.22% | estimation process |
People born in Holliston (14)
People born in Holliston, including composer of classical music George Whiting, film director, writer, and actor Adam Green, musician John D'earth, .
More notable people
- Greg Mauldin (American ice hockey player) he was born in 10/06/1982
- Albert P. Rockwood (American Mormon leader) he was born in 05/06/1805
- Bob Bicknell (American football coach) he was born in 13/11/1969
- John Sencio (American television host)
- Ken Stone (American martial artist) he was born in 08/10/1982
- Kevin Systrom (American entrepreneur and software engineer) he was born in 30/12/1983
- Josh MacPhee (American artist) he was born in 01/01/1973
- Jonathan Adams Allen (American physician and surgeon) he was born in 17/11/1787
- Carl Irving Wheat (American cartographer) he was born in 05/12/1892
- Ann Cummings (Vermont businesswoman and Democratic politician) she was born in 20/07/1946
- Michael Mantenuto (American actor, ice hockey player and an Army non-commissioned officer) he was born in 13/05/1981
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Holliston, MA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 165866 | Framingham State University | Framingham (MA) | 01701-9101 |
Nearby Transit Stations (29)
Rail and bus stations connected to Holliston, MA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRA | Framingham station | 417 Waverly St. | RAIL |
| RTE | Route 128 station | 50 University Ave | RAIL |
| WOR | Union Station | 2 Washington Square | RAIL |
| BBY | Back Bay station | 145 Dartmouth St. | RAIL |
| BOS | South Station | 2 South Station | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Holliston.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Holliston Post Office | Holliston (MA) | 01746 |
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
Holliston distances to largest Massachusetts cities