Truro, Massachusetts
Truro: town in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States, comprising two villages: Truro and North Truro
About
Truro is a town located in the county of Barnstable in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,003 and a population density of 76 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,007 inhabitants.
The town was created 326 years ago in 1699.
Quick Facts about Truro
| Population | 2,007 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County | Barnstable County |
| Area | 26.3 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.9934,-70.0498 |
| Named for | Truro |
| Altitude | 26 feet / 8 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1700 (326 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 20:59:26 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 02666 |
| Density | 76 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 0.2% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 56℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Truro is located at 41°59'36"N 70°2'59"W (41.9934400, -70.0497500).
Truro map
Weather
A slight chance of rain showers before 3pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 56. Southwest wind 7 to 10 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Truro
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Truro increased by 0.2% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,003 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,005 | 0.1% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,003 | -0.1% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,013 | 0.5% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,009 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,004 | -0.25% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,009 | 0.25% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,009 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,005 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,008 | 0.15% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,007 | -0.05% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Truro
1Truro Historical Society-Highland House Museum
6 Highland Light Rd, Truro, MA 02666, United States View details
Phone: +15084873397 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Truro
1Truro Town Hall
24 Town Hall Rd, Truro, MA 02536 View details
Website available
People born in Truro (3)
People born in Truro, including baseball player Danny MacFayden, basketball player Nick Minnerath, owner of the historic house in Massachusetts Jedediah Higgins, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Truro, MA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 165194 | Cape Cod Community College | West Barnstable (MA) | 02668-1599 |
Nearby Transit Stations (8)
Rail and bus stations connected to Truro, MA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOS | South Station | 2 South Station | RAIL |
| BBY | Back Bay station | 145 Dartmouth St. | RAIL |
| BON | North Station | 100 Legends Way | RAIL |
| RTE | Route 128 station | 50 University Ave | RAIL |
| WOB | Anderson Regional Transportation Center | 100 Atlantic Ave. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Truro.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Trur Post Office | Truro (MA) | 02666 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Truro, Ohio township in Franklin County, Ohio with a population of 28,759 people.
- Truro, Illinois human settlement in United States of America with a population of 18,532 people.
- Truro, Iowa city in the U. with a population of 501 people.
Other cities in Barnstable County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Barnstable County , MA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Barnstable | 44,535 | A town in Barnstable County, Massachusetts. |
| Falmouth | 31,107 | Town in Massachusetts, United States |
| Yarmouth | 23,166 | City in Massachusetts |
| Sandwich | 20,151 | Human settlement in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States of America |
| Bourne | 19,743 | Town in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Mashpee | 14,266 | Town in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Hyannis | 14,120 | Village in town of Barnstable, Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Dennis | 13,890 | Town in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Harwich | 12,144 | Town on Cape Cod, in Barnstable County in the state of Massachusetts |
| South Yarmouth | 11,092 | Census-designated place in Barnstable County, Massachusetts |
| Brewster | 9,772 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Marstons Mills | 8,017 | City in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States of America |
| East Falmouth | 6,038 | Census-designated place in Barnstable County, Massachusetts |
| West Yarmouth | 6,012 | Census-designated place in Barnstable County, Massachusetts |
| Chatham | 5,994 | Town in Massachusetts, USA |
| Orleans | 5,802 | Town of Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Truro distances to largest Massachusetts cities