Rockport, Massachusetts
Rockport: Seaside town Rockport in Essex County, Massachusetts, U.
About
Rockport is a town located in the county of Essex in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 6,952 and a population density of 153 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 7,312 inhabitants.
The town was created 403 years ago in 1622.
Quick Facts about Rockport
| Population | 7,312 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County | Essex County |
| Postal code | 01966 |
| Area | 45.4 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.6557,-70.6203 |
| Altitude | 75 feet / 23 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1623 (403 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 00:58:50 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 161 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 4.92% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 58℉ Partly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Rockport is located at 42°39'20"N 70°37'13"W (42.6556500, -70.6203200).
Rockport map
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Weather
Isolated rain showers after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 58. Northwest wind 2 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Rockport increased by 4.92% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 6,952 | - | census |
| 2011 | 7,011 | 0.84% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 7,059 | 0.68% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 7,104 | 0.63% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 7,147 | 0.6% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 7,168 | 0.29% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 7,206 | 0.53% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 7,241 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 7,262 | 0.29% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 7,282 | 0.27% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 7,312 | 0.41% | estimation process |
People born in Rockport (10)
People born in Rockport, including performance artist and political activist Vermin Supreme, musician Paula Cole, film director Andrew Stanton, .
More notable people
- Marshall Howard Saville (American archaeologist) he was born in 01/01/1867
- Myron E. Witham (American football player and coach, mathematics professor) he was born in 29/10/1880
- Rick Hautala (American writer) he was born in 03/02/1949
- William Lester Stevens (American painter) he was born in 16/06/1888
- William H. Jordan
- Reuben Brooks Poole (American librarian) he was born in 05/04/1834
- Mary McDonald Klimek (American musician, singer and speech and language therapist) she was born in 01/01/1950
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Rockport, 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 Rockport, 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 |
| EXR | Exeter station | 60 Lincoln Street | RAIL |
| PTS | Portsmouth, New Hampshire | 185 Grafton Drive | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Rockport.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Rockpor Post Office | Rockport (MA) | 01966 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Rockport, Texas Seaside city of Rockport is located in the state of Texas. with a population of 10,847 people.
- Rockport, Maine a town in Knox County in the state of Maine. with a population of 3,389 people.
- Rockport, Indiana Located along the Ohio River, Rockport is a city in Indiana's Spencer County in Ohio Township. with a population of 2,136 people.
- Rockport, Arkansas city in Arkansas with a population of 710 people.
- Rockport, Kentucky human settlement in Ohio County, Kentucky, United States of America with a population of 263 people.
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 |
| Gloucester | 30,539 | City on Cape Ann in Essex County, Massachusetts, in the 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 |
Distance to Other Cities
Rockport distances to largest Massachusetts cities