Norton, Massachusetts
Norton: city in Massachusetts
About
Norton is a city located in the county of Bristol in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 19,031 and a population density of 639 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 19,983 inhabitants.
The city was created 357 years ago in 1668.
Quick Facts about Norton
| Population | 19,983 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County | Bristol County |
| Postal code | 02766 |
| Area | 29.8 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.9668,-71.1870 |
| Altitude | 105 feet / 32 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1669 (357 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 21:59:46 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 671 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 4.76% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Norton is located at 41°58'0"N 71°11'13"W (41.9667700, -71.1869900).
Norton map
Official website of Norton
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Norton increased by 4.76% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 19,031 | - | census |
| 2011 | 19,216 | 0.96% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 19,291 | 0.39% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 19,334 | 0.22% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 19,332 | -0.01% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 19,329 | -0.02% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 19,614 | 1.45% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 19,869 | 1.28% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 19,934 | 0.33% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 19,948 | 0.07% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 19,983 | 0.18% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Norton
1Winslow Farm Animal Sanctuary
37 Eddy St, Norton, MA 02766, United States View details
Phone: +15082856451 | Website available
2King Philip's Cave
6 Stone Run Dr, Norton, MA 02766, United States View details
Phone: +15082859852 | Website available
People born in Norton (9)
People born in Norton, including politician George Leonard, politician John Jones Clarke, army officer Jonathan Eddy, .
More notable people
- Richard Henry Hall (American politician) he was born in 07/11/1830
- George L. Clarke (politician) he was born in 10/08/1813
- Edward Hammond Clarke (American physician) he was born in 02/02/1820
- Frederick J. Karol (American chemical engineer) he was born in 28/02/1933
- Jack Brunault (American actor) he was born in 12/01/2004
- John E. Shaw (U.S. Air Force General) he was born in 17/03/1968
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Norton, MA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 168281 | Wheaton College | Norton (MA) | 02766-2322 |
Nearby Transit Stations (21)
Rail and bus stations connected to Norton, MA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PVD | Providence station | 100 Gaspee Street | RAIL |
| RTE | Route 128 station | 50 University Ave | RAIL |
| FRA | Framingham station | 417 Waverly St. | RAIL |
| BBY | Back Bay station | 145 Dartmouth St. | RAIL |
| BOS | South Station | 2 South Station | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Norton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Norton Post Office | Norton (MA) | 02766 |
Other places with the same name (4)
- Norton, Virginia independent city in Virginia, United States with a population of 3,985 people.
- Norton, Kansas city in Norton County, Kansas with a population of 2,709 people.
- Norton, Vermont town in Vermont with a population of 156 people.
- Norton, Ohio city in Ohio with a population of 4 people.
Other cities in Bristol County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Bristol County , MA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| New Bedford | 95,517 | The second most populous city in Bristol County, Massachusetts. |
| Fall River | 89,792 | The most populous city in Bristol County, Massachusetts. |
| Taunton | 57,675 | The most populous city in Bristol County, Massachusetts. |
| Attleboro | 45,444 | A city in Bristol County, Massachusetts. |
| Easton | 25,116 | Town in the U. |
| Mansfield | 24,539 | Town in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Somerset | 18,144 | Town in Massachusetts, United States |
| Swansea | 17,000 | Town in Bristol County in southeastern Massachusetts |
| Fairhaven | 16,103 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Westport | 16,097 | Town of the United States |
| Seekonk | 15,851 | Town in the United States |
| Head of Westport | 14,809 | City in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States of America |
| Raynham | 14,560 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Oxford | 13,941 | Town in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States of America |
| Rehoboth | 12,503 | Town in Massachusetts, United States |
| Acushnet | 10,673 | Town in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Norton distances to largest Massachusetts cities