Springfield, Massachusetts
Springfield: The fourth most populous city in Massachusetts. It is located on the Connecticut River in western Massachusetts. Springfield is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Springfield Museums and the Springfield Symphony Orchestra.
About
Springfield is a city located in the county of Hampden in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 153,060 and a population density of 890 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 152,646 inhabitants.
The city was created 204 years ago in 1821.
Springfield is a city located in western Massachusetts along the Connecticut River. With a population of over 150,000, it is the 3rd largest city in Massachusetts after Boston and Worcester. Springfield serves as the economic and cultural hub for the western part of the state.
History
Springfield was founded in 1636 and grew quickly as a trading post due to its key position on the Connecticut River. It earned nicknames like “The City of Firsts” for innovations such as the first American-English dictionary and the first gasoline-powered automobile.
For a time, Springfield was even considered for the state capital instead of Boston due to its important transportation links. While that didn't happen, Springfield did flourish over the centuries as a manufacturing center known for weapons like the Springfield Rifle.
Education and Business
Today, Springfield is home to Springfield College and Western New England University along with financial companies like MassMutual Insurance.
Top regional attractions include the Basketball Hall of Fame, Six Flags New England amusement park, and the Springfield Armory National Historic Site.
Springfield has thrived for centuries as western Massachusetts' center for industry, transportation, commerce, education, and culture. It continues to serve the region with regional employment, major events, and urban amenities.
Quick Facts about Springfield
| Population : | 152,646 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County : | Hampden County |
| Postal code : | 62701 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 218 |
| Area : | 171.91 km2 |
| Official name : | Springfield |
| Altitude : | 597 feet / 182 meters |
| Capital city : | Springfield is capital of Sangamon County, Illinois |
| Establishment : | April 04, 1821 (204 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone, UTC−05:00, UTC−06:00 |
| Local time : | 10:49:41 (12th May 2025) |
| Density : | 888 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -0.27% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Springfield is located at 42°6'5"N 72°35'23"W (42.1014800, -72.5898100).
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Springfield decreased by 0.27% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 153,060 | - | census |
| 2011 | 153,773 | 0.46% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 153,933 | 0.1% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 154,056 | 0.08% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 154,376 | 0.21% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 154,582 | 0.13% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 154,028 | -0.36% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 154,207 | 0.12% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 154,329 | 0.08% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 153,606 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 152,646 | -0.63% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Springfield
1 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
1000 Hall of Fame Ave, Springfield, MA 01105, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Springfield Museums
21 Edwards St, Springfield, MA 01103, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden
21 Edwards St, Springfield, MA 01103, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center
293 Sumner Ave, Springfield, MA 01108, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum
21 Edwards St, Springfield, MA 01103, United States ➦ Show Map
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Other Places in Springfield
1 Springfield City Hall
36 Court St, Springfield, MA 01103 ➦ Show Map
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2 Springfield Mayor's Office
36 Court St, Springfield, MA 01103 ➦ Show Map
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3 Springfield City Council
36 Court St, Springfield, MA 01103 ➦ Show Map
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People born in Springfield (191)
People born in Springfield, including musician Barrett Deems, singer June Christy, Fourth son of President Abraham Lincoln Tad Lincoln, .
List
- Andre Iguodala (American basketball player) he was born in 28/01/1984
- Aaron Schneider (Filmmaker and cinematographer) he was born in 26/07/1965
- David Hammons (American artist) he was born in 24/07/1943
- Louis P. Lochner (American journalist) he was born in 22/02/1887
- Edward Baker Lincoln (Second son of Mr. and Mrs. Lincoln) he was born in 10/03/1846
- Robert Todd Lincoln (Union Army officer (1843-1926)) he was born in 01/08/1843
- Seth Barnes Nicholson (American astronomer) he was born in 12/11/1891
- Marjorie Merriweather Post (American philanthropist) she was born in 15/03/1887
- Albert Johnson (American politician and eugenicist (1869-1957)) he was born in 05/03/1869
- Sarah Danielle Madison (American actress (1974 - 2014)) she was born in 06/09/1974
- Kevin Vann (Bishop of Orange in California) he was born in 10/05/1951
- Cheri Bustos (U.S. Representative from Illinois) she was born in 17/10/1961
- Matt Mitrione (American mixed martial artist and American football player) he was born in 15/07/1978
- Kelci Bryant (Olympic diver) she was born in 15/01/1989
- Jayson Werth (American baseball player) he was born in 20/05/1979
- Robin Roberts (American baseball player and coach) he was born in 30/09/1926
- Dennis Luxion (American musician, pianist and music educator) he was born in 01/01/1952
- Vachel Lindsay (American poet) he was born in 10/11/1879
Schools in Springfield
College & universities near Springfield, MA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 167905 | Springfield Technical Community College | Springfield (MA) | 01105-1296 |
| 475273 | Springfield College-Regional Online and Continuing Education | Springfield (MA) | 01109 |
| 167899 | Springfield College | Springfield (MA) | 01109-3797 |
| 164447 | American International College | Springfield (MA) | 01109 |
| 167394 | College of Our Lady of the Elms | Chicopee (MA) | 01013 |
Stations (29)
Amtrak & bus stations near Springfield, MA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPG | Springfield Union Station | 66 Lyman St. | RAIL |
| WNL | Windsor Locks | South Main St at Stanton Road | RAIL |
| NHT | Union Station | 170 Pleasant Street | RAIL |
| WND | Windsor station | 41 Central St. | RAIL |
| AMM | Amherst, Massachusetts | 13 Railroad St. | RAIL |
Post offices near Springfield
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Colonial Station Post Office | Springfield (MA) | 01103 |
| Tower Squar Post Office | Springfield (MA) | 01115 |
| Springfield Post Office | Springfield (MA) | 01101 |
| Brightwood Post Office | Springfield (MA) | 01107 |
| Forest Park Post Office | Springfield (MA) | 01108 |
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- Springfield , Illinois The capital of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County. It is located on the Sangamon River in central Illinois. Springfield is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and the Illinois State Capitol. with a population of 113,671 people.
- Springfield , Oregon The most populous city in Lane County, Oregon. It is located on the Willamette River in southwestern Oregon. Springfield is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Oregon Shakespeare Festival and the Springfield Museum. with a population of 63,209 people.
- Springfield , Ohio The most populous city in Clark County, Ohio. It is located on the Great Miami River in southwestern Ohio. Springfield is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Springfield Museum of Art and the Springfield Symphony Orchestra. with a population of 58,456 people.
- Springfield , New Jersey township in Union County, New Jersey, United States with a population of 17,378 people.
- Springfield , Tennessee city in Tennessee, United States with a population of 17,288 people.
- Springfield , Vermont town in Vermont, United States with a population of 8,875 people.
- Springfield , Florida city in Florida, United States with a population of 8,227 people.
- Springfield , Pennsylvania Township in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 5,765 people.
- Springfield , Georgia city in Effingham County, Georgia, United States with a population of 4,063 people.
- Springfield , Indiana human settlement in Indiana, United States of America with a population of 3,924 people.
- Springfield , Kentucky city in Kentucky, United States with a population of 2,987 people.
- Springfield , Georgia city in Effingham County, Georgia, United States with a population of 2,889 people.
- Springfield , South Dakota city in South Dakota, United States of America with a population of 1,916 people.
- Springfield , Nebraska city in Nebraska, United States with a population of 1,622 people.
- Springfield , Michigan township in Oakland County, Michigan with a population of 1,612 people.
- Springfield , Colorado Statutory Town in Baca County, Colorado with a population of 1,364 people.
- Springfield , New Hampshire town in New Hampshire, United States with a population of 1,348 people.
- Springfield , New York town in New York, United States with a population of 1,252 people.
- Springfield , Wisconsin town in St. Croix County, Wisconsin, United States with a population of 997 people.
- Springfield , Louisiana town in Louisiana, United States with a population of 542 people.
- Springfield , South Carolina town in South Carolina, United States with a population of 477 people.
- Springfield , Maine town in Maine, United States with a population of 423 people.
- Springfield , Missouri city in Greene County, Missouri, United States with a population of 293 people.
- Springfield , Minnesota city in Minnesota, United States with a population of 116 people.
Other cities in Hampden County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Hampden County , MA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| North Chicopee | 55,179 | A city in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. |
| Chicopee | 54,825 | The most populous city in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. |
| City of Westfield | 41,094 | A city in Hampden 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 |
| Palmer | 12,174 | City in Hampden County, 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 |
Distance to Other Cities
Springfield distances to largest Massachusetts cities
