West Newbury, Massachusetts
West Newbury: town in Massachusetts, United States
About
West Newbury is a town located in the county of Essex in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 4,235 and a population density of 111 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,781 inhabitants.
The town was created 391 years ago in 1634.
Quick Facts about West Newbury
| Population | 4,781 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County | Essex County |
| Postal code | 01985 |
| Area | 38.1 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.8015,-70.9898 |
| Altitude | 92 feet / 28 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1635 (391 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 19:36:50 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 125 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 11.42% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 49℉ Slight Chance Light Rain then Slight Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
West Newbury is located at 42°48'5"N 70°59'23"W (42.8014800, -70.9897800).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of West Newbury increased by 11.42% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4,235 | - | census |
| 2011 | 4,306 | 1.65% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 4,366 | 1.37% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 4,433 | 1.51% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 4,490 | 1.27% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 4,537 | 1.04% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 4,602 | 1.41% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,634 | 0.69% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,678 | 0.94% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,714 | 0.76% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,781 | 1.4% | estimation process |
People born in West Newbury (7)
People born in West Newbury, including President of Harvard University Cornelius Conway Felton, United States federal judge, astronomer and botanist Addison Brown, football player and coach Elmer Burnham, .
More notable people
- John Appleton Brown (American artist) he was born in 24/06/1844
- Edwin A. Grosvenor (Author, professor of history) he was born in 01/01/1845
- Frances Keegan Marquis (American military leader and women's activist) she was born in 01/01/1896
- John Cena (American professional wrestler, actor, and television presenter) he was born in 23/04/1977
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to West Newbury, MA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 167376 | Northern Essex Community College | Haverhill (MA) | 01830-2399 |
Nearby Transit Stations (23)
Rail and bus stations connected to West Newbury, 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 |
| EXR | Exeter station | 60 Lincoln Street | RAIL |
| PTS | Portsmouth, New Hampshire | 185 Grafton Drive | BUS |
| WOB | Anderson Regional Transportation Center | 100 Atlantic Ave. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to West Newbury.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| West Newbury Post Office | West Newbury (MA) | 01985 |
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
West Newbury distances to largest Massachusetts cities