Gloucester, Massachusetts
Gloucester: city on Cape Ann in Essex County, Massachusetts, in the United States
About
Gloucester is a city located in the county of Essex in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 28,789 and a population density of 268 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 30,539 inhabitants.
The city was created 403 years ago in 1622.
Quick Facts about Gloucester
| Population | 30,539 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County | Essex County |
| Postal code | 01930 |
| Area | 107.51 km2 |
| Has part | Gloucester Harbor |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.6141,-70.6631 |
| Altitude | 49 feet / 15 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1623 (403 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC−05:00 |
| Local time | 05:28:45 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 284 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 5.73% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 60℉ Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Gloucester is located at 42°36'51"N 70°39'47"W (42.6140500, -70.6631300).
Gloucester map
Weather
A slight chance of rain showers before 7am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 60. West wind 2 to 9 mph...
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Gloucester
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Gloucester increased by 5.73% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 28,789 | - | census |
| 2011 | 29,056 | 0.92% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 29,273 | 0.74% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 29,521 | 0.84% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 29,734 | 0.72% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 29,897 | 0.55% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 29,982 | 0.28% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 30,162 | 0.6% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 30,327 | 0.54% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 30,430 | 0.34% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 30,539 | 0.36% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Gloucester
1Niles Beach
20 Eastern Point Blvd, Gloucester, MA 01930, United States View details
Phone: +19782819720 | Website available
2Ravenswood Park
481 Western Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930, United States View details
Phone: +19782818400 | Website available
3Maritime Gloucester
23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, MA 01930, United States View details
Phone: +19782810470 | Website available
4Gloucester HarborWalk
9 Dale Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930, United States View details
Phone: +19782819700 | Website available
5The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck
6 Wonson St, Gloucester, MA 01930, United States View details
Phone: +19785157004 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Gloucester
1Gloucester City Hall
9 Dale Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930 View details
Phone: +19782819700 | Website available
2City of Gloucester, City Hall
9 Dale Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930 View details
Phone: +19782819700 | Website available
3City of Gloucester: City Hall Annex
3 Pond Rd, Gloucester, MA 01930 View details
Phone: +19783255299 | Website available
People born in Gloucester (69)
People born in Gloucester, including racing cyclist Shawn Milne, palaeontologist Samuel Paul Welles, writer Edwin Percy Whipple, .
More notable people
- Jessie Ralph (actress (1864-1944)) she was born in 05/11/1864
- Benjamin A. Smith II (American politician (1916-1991)) he was born in 26/03/1916
- Benjamin Anastas (American author) he was born in 01/01/1969
- Leland Hobbs (United States Army general) he was born in 04/02/1892
- Winthrop Sargent (American politician (1753-1820)) he was born in 01/05/1753
- David Brown (U.S. rock guitarist) he was born in 01/01/2000
- Josiah Edward Spurr (American geologist) he was born in 01/10/1870
- Herb Pomeroy (American trumpeter) he was born in 15/04/1930
- James Elliot (American lawyer, author and politician from Vermont (1775-1839)) he was born in 18/08/1775
- Timothy Davis (American politician (1821-1888)) he was born in 12/04/1821
- Joseph Garland (American cardiologist) he was born in 01/01/1893
- Roger Babson (American entrepreneur and business theorist) he was born in 06/07/1875
- Black Knight (fictional character in Marvel Comics)
- James L. Shute he was born in 18/12/1900
- Ralph Warren Dexter (American biologist) he was born in 07/04/1912
- Raymond Greenleaf (American actor (1892-1963)) he was born in 01/01/1892
- Sylvester Ahola (American trumpeter and cornetist) he was born in 24/05/1902
- Henry Sargent (American politician (1770-1845)) he was born in 25/11/1770
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Gloucester, MA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 165936 | Gordon College | Wenham (MA) | 01984 |
Nearby Transit Stations (22)
Rail and bus stations connected to Gloucester, 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 Gloucester.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Gloucester Post Office | Gloucester (MA) | 01930 |
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 |
| 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 |
| Amesbury | 17,537 | City in Massachusetts |
Distance to Other Cities
Gloucester distances to largest Massachusetts cities