Heath, Massachusetts
Heath: town in Massachusetts, USA
About
Heath is a town located in the county of Franklin in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 706 and a population density of 28 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 691 inhabitants.
The town was created 261 years ago in 1764.
Quick Facts about Heath
| Population | 691 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County | Franklin County |
| Postal code | 01346 |
| Phone Area Codes | 413 |
| Area | 24.9 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.6734,-72.8218 |
| Altitude | 1,680 feet / 512 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1765 (261 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 20:28:37 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 28 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.17% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 44℉ Chance Light Snow then Rain And Snow 7-days weather |
Geography
Heath is located at 42°40'24"N 72°49'18"W (42.6734200, -72.8217600).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Heath decreased by 2.17% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 706 | - | census |
| 2011 | 709 | 0.42% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 712 | 0.42% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 709 | -0.42% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 705 | -0.57% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 700 | -0.71% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 697 | -0.43% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 700 | 0.43% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 700 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 695 | -0.72% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 691 | -0.58% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Heath, MA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 165981 | Greenfield Community College | Greenfield (MA) | 01301-9739 |
Nearby Transit Stations (29)
Rail and bus stations connected to Heath, 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 |
| AMM | Amherst, Massachusetts | 13 Railroad St. | RAIL |
| NHT | Union Station | 170 Pleasant Street | RAIL |
| PIT | Joseph Scelsi Intermodal Transportation Center | 1 Columbus Avenue | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Heath.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Row Post Office | Rowe (MA) | 01367 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Heath, Ohio city in Ohio, USA with a population of 11,035 people.
- Heath, Ohio city in Ohio, USA with a population of 10,489 people.
- Heath, Texas city in Texas, USA with a population of 9,718 people.
- Heath, Alabama town in Alabama, USA with a population of 252 people.
- Heath, Pennsylvania township in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania with a population of 117 people.
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 |