Swampscott, Massachusetts
Swampscott: town in Massachusetts
About
Swampscott is a town located in the county of Essex in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 13,787 and a population density of 2,058 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 15,462 inhabitants.
The town was created 397 years ago in 1628.
Quick Facts about Swampscott
| Population | 15,462 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County | Essex County |
| Postal code | 01907 |
| Area | 6.7 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.4709,-70.9176 |
| Altitude | 46 feet / 14 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1629 (397 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 04:33:35 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 2,308 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 10.83% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 76℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Swampscott is located at 42°28'15"N 70°55'3"W (42.4709300, -70.9175500).
Swampscott map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. South wind 6 to 9 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Swampscott increased by 10.83% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 13,787 | - | census |
| 2011 | 13,885 | 0.71% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 13,958 | 0.52% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 14,033 | 0.53% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 14,094 | 0.43% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 14,572 | 3.28% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 14,903 | 2.22% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 14,980 | 0.51% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 15,199 | 1.44% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 15,298 | 0.65% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 15,462 | 1.06% | estimation process |
People born in Swampscott (16)
People born in Swampscott, including Lloyd Kramer, Businessman and philanthropist Harold Alfond, interior designer Barry Goralnick, .
More notable people
- Mabel Wheeler Daniels (American composer) she was born in 27/11/1878
- Mary-Louise Hooper (American activist) she was born in 12/06/1907
- Peggy Stuart Coolidge (American conductor) she was born in 19/07/1913
- Todd McShay (Player of American football) he was born in 17/02/1977
- William Henry Claflin, Jr. (American businessman and archaeologist) he was born in 08/06/1893
- Theodora J. Kalikow (American university president) she was born in 01/01/1942
- Mary Morris (American actress (1895-1970)) she was born in 24/06/1895
- Harry C. Foster (politician) he was born in 27/08/1871
- David Portnoy (Founder of Barstool Sports) he was born in 22/03/1977
- Philip Little (American painter) he was born in 06/09/1857
- Scott Borek (American ice hockey player and coach) he was born in 25/05/1962
- Philip Hedrick (American geneticist and conservation biologist) he was born in 21/11/1942
- Lawrence Baxter Richardson (American aviator) he was born in 13/01/1897
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Swampscott, MA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 167729 | Salem State University | Salem (MA) | 01970 |
| 166911 | Montserrat College of Art | Beverly (MA) | 01915-4508 |
| 165699 | Endicott College | Beverly (MA) | 01915 |
| 373678 | New England Hair Academy | Malden (MA) | 02148 |
| 167312 | North Shore Community College | Danvers (MA) | 01923-0840 |
Nearby Transit Stations (18)
Rail and bus stations connected to Swampscott, MA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BON | North Station | 100 Legends Way | RAIL |
| BOS | South Station | 2 South Station | RAIL |
| BBY | Back Bay station | 145 Dartmouth St. | RAIL |
| WOB | Anderson Regional Transportation Center | 100 Atlantic Ave. | RAIL |
| RTE | Route 128 station | 50 University Ave | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Swampscott.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Swam Post Office | Swampscott (MA) | 01907 |
| Lynn Post Office | Lynn (MA) | 01901 |
| East Lynn Post Office | Lynn (MA) | 01904 |
| West Lynn Post Office | Lynn (MA) | 01905 |
| Marblehead Post Office | Marblehead (MA) | 01945 |
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
Swampscott distances to largest Massachusetts cities