Palmer, Massachusetts
Palmer: city in Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States
About
Palmer is a city located in the county of Hampden in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 12,140 and a population density of 379 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 12,174 inhabitants.
The city was created 299 years ago in 1726.
Quick Facts about Palmer
| Population | 12,174 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County | Hampden County |
| Postal code | 01069 |
| Phone Area Codes | 413 |
| Area | 32 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.1584,-72.3287 |
| Altitude | 331 feet / 101 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1727 (299 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 19:13:09 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 380 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 0.28% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 52℉ Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Palmer is located at 42°9'30"N 72°19'43"W (42.1584300, -72.3286900).
Palmer map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers before 10am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 52. South wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Palmer increased by 0.28% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,140 | - | census |
| 2011 | 12,179 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 12,193 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 12,209 | 0.13% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 12,224 | 0.12% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 12,211 | -0.11% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 12,232 | 0.17% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 12,237 | 0.04% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 12,286 | 0.4% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 12,232 | -0.44% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 12,174 | -0.48% | estimation process |
People born in Palmer (14)
People born in Palmer, including mathematician Raymond Louis Wilder, politician Thomas Butler King, Canadian politician Marie-Claire Kirkland, .
More notable people
- George R. Davis (American politician) he was born in 03/01/1840
- Bill Karlon (American baseball player) he was born in 21/01/1909
- Chuck Thompson (American sportscaster) he was born in 10/06/1921
- Henry King (American politician) he was born in 06/07/1790
- William H. Wilbur (United States Army Medal of Honor recipient) he was born in 24/09/1888
- Zephaniah Swift Moore (American academic administrator) he was born in 20/11/1770
- Bill Dunlap (American baseball player) he was born in 01/05/1909
- Bob Wilder (racing driver) he was born in 01/01/1921
- Chad Stahelski (American stuntman and film director) he was born in 20/09/1968
- Tisa Mason she was born in 08/02/1961
- Rufus W. Stimson (3rd President of the University of Connecticut (1901–1908)) he was born in 20/02/1868
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Palmer, MA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 431099 | Jolie Hair and Beauty Academy-Ludlow | Ludlow (MA) | 01056 |
Nearby Transit Stations (30)
Rail and bus stations connected to Palmer, MA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPG | Springfield Union Station | 66 Lyman St. | RAIL |
| AMM | Amherst, Massachusetts | 13 Railroad St. | RAIL |
| NHT | Union Station | 170 Pleasant Street | RAIL |
| WNL | Windsor Locks | South Main St at Stanton Road | RAIL |
| WND | Windsor station | 41 Central St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Palmer.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Palmer Post Office | Palmer (MA) | 01069 |
Other places with the same name (9)
- Palmer, Pennsylvania township in Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States of America with a population of 21,443 people.
- Palmer, Alaska city in Alaska, USA with a population of 7,766 people.
- Palmer, Minnesota human settlement in Iosco Township, Minnesota, United States of America with a population of 2,590 people.
- Palmer, Texas town in Texas, USA with a population of 2,169 people.
- Palmer, Tennessee town in Grundy County, Tennessee, United States with a population of 671 people.
- Palmer, Nebraska village in the United States with a population of 473 people.
- Palmer, Illinois village in Christian County, Illinois, United States with a population of 204 people.
- Palmer, Iowa City in Iowa, USA with a population of 149 people.
- Palmer, Kansas human settlement in Washington County, Kansas, United States of America with a population of 105 people.
Other cities in Hampden County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Hampden County , MA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield | 152,646 | The fourth most populous city in Massachusetts. |
| North Chicopee | 55,179 | A city in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. |
| Chicopee | 54,825 | The most populous city in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. |
| Westfield | 41,063 | A city in Hampden County, Massachusetts. |
| Holyoke | 39,921 | The third-largest city in Hampden County, Massachusetts. |
| Agawam | 28,467 | City in Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States |
| West Springfield | 28,397 | City in Hampden County, Massachusetts |
| Ludlow | 21,101 | Town in Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States |
| East Longmeadow | 16,093 | City in Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States of America |
| Longmeadow | 15,624 | City in Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States of America |
| Wilbraham | 14,670 | Town in Massachusetts, United States |
| Southwick | 9,715 | City in Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States of America |
| Monson | 8,750 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Hampden | 5,154 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Brimfield | 3,679 | City in Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States of America |
| Holland | 2,469 | Town in Massachusetts, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Palmer distances to largest Massachusetts cities