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Townsend, MA
Massachusetts · Hillsborough County · Manchester-Nashua Metro
Townsend is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 1,082. Residents earn $56,726 per year, which is 25% below the national average.
2.9
/5.0
C+
Fair
1,082
Population
640/sq mi density
$56,726
Median Income
$47,665 per capita
$344,400
Home Value
$491,960 Zillow
$947
Median Rent
23.0% income on rent
48°F
Avg Temperature
246 sunny days/yr
105
Violent Crime/100K
335 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$56,726 median income, 1.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$344,400 home value, $947/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
105 violent crimes/100K (72% below avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$56,726
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$344,400
22% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
105/100K
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.9%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$947
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
26.6%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.3%
17% lower than US avg
How Townsend Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,082
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density640/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans5.0%
Economy
B+Median Income$56,726
Per Capita$47,665
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$38,133M
Commute37 min
Housing
BHome Value$344,400
Rent$947
Ownership49.7%
Zillow$491,960
Housing Units487
Rent Burden23.0%
Crime
FViolent105/100K
Property335/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault84/100K
Burglary42/100K
Health
Obesity26.6%
Uninsured4.4%
Smoking12.8%
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease4.7%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI37 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Education
BBachelor's+29.9%
High School+87.8%
Graduate+9.6%
School Score6.49
Community
2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute37 min
Broadband86.8%
EV Stations4
Libraries30
Is Townsend a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Townsend receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Townsend has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Townsend is $56,726, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Townsend is $344,400, 22% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $947 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Townsend is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 335 per 100,000, 83% below the national average.
Education
29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Townsend experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Townsend has a population of 1,082 with a density of 640 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.3% female and 46.7% male. The city is predominantly White (81.2%), with 7.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.8% of residents, while 7.2% speak Spanish. 5.0% of the population are veterans. 7.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 95.0% have health insurance coverage.
Population
1,082
Total Population
640
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Townsend vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Townsend vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Townsend is $56,726, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,665 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,532. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 12,730 business establishments, including 943 restaurants. The cost of living index is 105.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 27.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Townsend vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,726 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $47,665 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,532 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $101,951 |
| Gini Index | 0.430 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.3% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 12,730 |
| County GDP | $38,133M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 943 |
| Healthcare | 1,165 |
| Retail | 1,509 |
| Manufacturing | 506 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,545 |
| 173% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 105.80 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.77% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 37.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 55.9% |
| Public Transit | 3.1% |
| Work from Home | 27.6% |
Walkability
The median home value in Townsend is $344,400, 22% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $491,960, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.2% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $947 (19% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,822 for a one-bedroom to $2,300 for a two-bedroom apartment. 49.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 487 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $9,545 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 23.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $344,400 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $491,960 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $289 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.2% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $947 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 23.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,727 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,822 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,300 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,858 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,232 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 49.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 49.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 50.3% |
| Housing Units | 487 |
| Median Year Built | 1974 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,545 |
| 173% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.77% |
In Townsend, 26.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.7% of residents, below the national average. 26.7% have high blood pressure. 12.8% are current smokers. 19.1% report binge drinking. 19.7% are physically inactive, below the national average. 28.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.5% experience frequent mental distress. 4.4% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,198. The dentist ratio is 1:1,205. 89.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.0 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Townsend vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 26.6% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.7% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.7% |
| Asthma | 12.7% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Cancer | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 12.8% |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.7% |
| Depression | 28.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
| Short Sleep | 34.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.0% |
| Uninsured | 4.4% |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,198 |
| Dentists | 1:1,205 |
| Mental Health | 1:245 |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Dental Visits | 66.7% |
| Premature Death | 6,909/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,165 |
Townsend has a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 83.8 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 21.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 335 per 100,000, 83% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 220, burglary at 42, vehicle theft at 73 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 29 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Townsend receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Townsend vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 104.8/100K |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 21.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 83.8/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 335.2/100K |
| 83% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 41.9/100K |
| Theft | 220.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 73.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 29 |
| Traffic Accidents | 44 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Townsend experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 295 ft (90 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 640/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.6767°N, 71.7098°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Hillsborough County County |
| Nearest Airport | Manchester Boston Regional (MHT) 22 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0421 ppm |
| SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide) | 0.25 ppb |
| CO (Carbon Monoxide) | 0.14 ppm |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 4.6 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 89.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 64.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-4°C) | 3.5 in | |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 4.0 in |
Townsend has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 23°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (3.4").
Townsend is located in Hillsborough County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 29.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 11% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. 9.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 50.9% of the vote, a 2.9-point margin. 86.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 30 public libraries serving the community. 1,165 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 55.9% of workers drive alone to work, while 3.1% use public transit.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 2.9 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 29 |
| Traffic Accidents | 44 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.9% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.8% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 9.6% |
| School Test Score | 6.49 |
B
Education Grade (3.4/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro / 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 640/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.7 sq mi |
| County | Hillsborough County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 86.8% |
| Avg Download Speed | 148.4 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 32.3 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 30 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,165 |
| Restaurants | 943 |
| Retail Stores | 1,509 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 37.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 55.9% |
| Public Transit | 3.1% |
| Work from Home | 27.6% |
Average costs for common services in Townsend. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $265 ($159–$423) |
| Specialist Visit | $370 ($212–$582) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $212 ($106–$370) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,328 ($846–$5,290) |
| Dental Cleaning | $138 ($79–$212) |
| Dental Filling | $265 ($159–$423) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $48 ($26–$79) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $79 ($53–$127) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $317 ($159–$529) |
| Tire Rotation | $42 ($21–$79) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $635 ($423–$1,058) |
| Battery Replacement | $212 ($106–$370) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $106 ($63–$159) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $95 ($53–$148) |
| HVAC Repair | $423 ($159–$846) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,406 ($4,232–$12,696) |
| Roof Repair | $1,058 ($423–$2,116) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,522 ($5,819–$15,870) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,587 ($529–$3,703) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $15,870 ($5,290–$31,740) |
| DUI Defense | $5,290 ($2,116–$10,580) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,587 ($846–$3,174) |
| Will Preparation | $529 ($212–$1,058) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,645 ($1,058–$5,290) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $26 ($16–$48) |
| Women's Haircut | $58 ($32–$106) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $159 ($79–$265) |
| Manicure | $26 ($16–$48) |
| Pedicure | $42 ($26–$69) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $85 ($53–$138) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.34 ($3.17–$5.82) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.70 ($2.65–$5.29) |
| Loaf of Bread | $4.02 ($2.65–$5.82) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.76 ($3.17–$6.88) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.82 ($4.23–$7.94) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.06 ($0.63–$1.90) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $148 ($85–$265) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $74 ($32–$159) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $74 ($42–$127) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $74 ($42–$106) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $69 ($32–$106) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $90 ($53–$159) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $212 ($79–$529) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,116 ($1,270–$3,703) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $74 ($32–$138) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $16 ($8.46–$26) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $106 ($32–$265) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $32 ($16–$79) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,270 ($635–$2,645) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,058 ($529–$2,116) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $423 ($212–$741) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $53 ($26–$106) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,058 ($423–$2,645) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $13,225 ($5,290–$31,740) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $63 ($32–$106) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $106 ($53–$212) |
| Dog Grooming | $63 ($32–$106) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $42 ($21–$79) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $317 ($159–$529) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $212 ($106–$423) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,299 |
| Toddler | $1,232 |
| Preschool | $1,080 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $894 |
| Toddler | $831 |
| Preschool | $831 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Hillsborough County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 31,630 | 1,294 | $71,467 | 1.10 |
| Retail Trade | 25,113 | 1,485 | $46,933 | 1.25 |
| Manufacturing | 25,111 | 582 | $113,247 | 1.52 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 15,875 | 984 | $29,611 | 0.87 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 14,329 | 1,604 | $130,925 | 1.02 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 10,777 | 986 | $62,676 | 0.91 |
| Finance & Insurance | 9,220 | 623 | $139,390 | 1.13 |
| Construction | 9,122 | 1,424 | $87,431 | 0.86 |
| Other Services | 7,035 | 1,085 | $50,290 | 1.16 |
| Wholesale Trade | 6,447 | 735 | $110,128 | 0.81 |
| Educational Services | 5,557 | 221 | $62,279 | 1.33 |
| Information & Technology | 4,992 | 223 | $148,730 | 1.32 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 4,173 | 252 | $55,239 | 0.49 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 3,721 | 232 | $28,369 | 1.10 |
| Management of Companies | 3,692 | 145 | $103,665 | 1.09 |
| Real Estate | 2,275 | 375 | $72,716 | 0.73 |
| Utilities | 372 | 17 | $144,322 | 0.49 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 237 | 39 | $44,382 | 0.15 |
| Unclassified | 178 | 92 | $52,856 | 0.63 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 54 | 7 | $87,892 | 0.07 |
Schools in Townsend
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Middlesex Regional | High | 779 | 57 | 13.7:1 |
| Hawthorne Brook | Middle | 464 | 41 | 11.3:1 |
| Spaulding Memorial | Elementary | 419 | 33 | 12.7:1 |
| Richard Maghakian Memorial School | Elementary | 326 | 25 | 13.0:1 |
| Captain Samuel Douglass Academy | Middle | 256 | 23 | 11.1:1 |
| Squannacook Early Childhood Center | Elementary | 100 | 6 | 16.7:1 |
Radio Stations near Townsend
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WZBC | arts, chicago | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 96-1 SRS | adult contemporary | AAC | |
| WNHN-LP FM Concord, NH | blues, jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Newsradio WTAG | news, talk | AAC | |
| WCUW | americana, blues | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mark Skin Radio | alternative rock, boston | MP3 128 kbps | |
| COZ Radio | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| News Radio 610 | news, talk | AAC | |
| The Outlaw - Legends and Young Guns | classic country, contemporary country | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Townsend
1 campgrounds found near Townsend.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edward MacDowell Lake Day Use Facilities | 4.4/5 | 2 | $60–$100 |
National Parks Near Townsend
308 national parks and monuments found near Townsend.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Abigail Adams State Park | State Park | Free |
| Acushnet Cedar Swamp State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Adams National Historical Park | National Historical Park | $15 |
| Agassiz Road | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail (North Trail) | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail (North Trail) | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail (Northern Section) | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail (Northern Section) | State Park | Free |
| Alewife Brook Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Ames Nowell State Park | State Park | Free |
| Angle Tree Monument Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Arborway Ii | State Park | Free |
| Arborway Overpass Path | State Park | Free |
| Armenian Heritage Park | State Park | Free |
| Ascutney State Park | State Park | Free |
| Ashland State Park | State Park | Free |
| Baldpate Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bayswater Street | State Park | Free |
| Beaver Brook North Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Beaver Brook Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Beaver Brook State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Bellevue Hill Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Bigelow Hollow State Park | State Park | Free |
| Black Hut Management Area | State Park | Free |
| Blackstone River | State Park | Free |
| Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Blackstone River Bikeway | State Park | Free |
| Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Blue Hills Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Boat Ramp | State Park | Free |
| Bolton Notch State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Borderland State Park | State Park | Free |
| Boston African American National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area | National Recreation Area | Free |
| Boston Harbor Islands State Park | State Park | Free |
| Boston National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Boyden Park | State Park | Free |
| Boylston Street Ii | State Park | Free |
| Bradley Palmer State Park | State Park | Free |
| Breakheart Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Bristol Blake State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Brooke Courthouse Plaza | State Park | Free |
| Bunker Hill Cc Athletic Fields | State Park | Free |
| Bunker Hill Cc Campus Grounds | State Park | Free |
| Calf Pasture Ii | State Park | Free |
| Callahan State Park | State Park | Free |
| Camp Plymouth State Park | State Park | Free |
| Cana Portal | State Park | Free |
| Cannalonga Memorial Park | State Park | Free |
| Canterbury Brookside I | State Park | Free |
| Carson Beach | State Park | Free |
| Centre Street I | State Park | Free |
| Centre Street Ii | State Park | Free |
| Centre Street Iv | State Park | Free |
| Charles River Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Charles River Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Charlestown Parcel | State Park | Free |
| Chestnut Street | State Park | Free |
| Chicopee Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Chinatown Park | State Park | Free |
| Cochituate State Park | State Park | Free |
| Columbia Road/Day Boulevard | State Park | Free |
| Commercial Point | State Park | Free |
| Commonwealth Plaza | State Park | Free |
| Conley & Tenean Streets Park | State Park | Free |
| Connecticut River Greenway State Park | State Park | Free |
| Connecticut River Greenway State Park | State Park | Free |
| Connecticut River Greenway State Park | State Park | Free |
| Constitution Beach | State Park | Free |
| Copley Place Plaza | State Park | Free |
| Correia | State Park | Free |
| Crane Ledge Ii | State Park | Free |
| Cushing Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Cutler Park Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Dean Parkway | State Park | Free |
| Decatur & Meridian Streets Park | State Park | Free |
| Dewey Square Parks | State Park | Free |
| Dewey Square Plaza | State Park | Free |
| Diamond Hill | State Park | Free |
| Dighton Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Dorchester Shores Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Dunn State Park | State Park | Free |
| Dutton Pines State Park | State Park | Free |
| East Bay Bikepath | State Park | Free |
| Eastport Park | State Park | Free |
| Ellacoya State Park | State Park | Free |
| Elm Bank Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital Donation | State Park | Free |
| Endicott Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Fall River Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Flagg St Scoccer Field | State Park | Free |
| Fort Dummer State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fourth Street Park | State Park | Free |
| Franklin Park Zoo Parking/Dcr | State Park | Free |
| Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Gallivan/Hallet Circle | State Park | Free |
| Galvin Green | State Park | Free |
| Gardner Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Gaudette | State Park | Free |
| Gay City State Park | State Park | Free |
| George Washington | State Park | Free |
| George Washington Picnic Grove | State Park | Free |
| Governor Thomas Dudley Park | State Park | Free |
| Governors State Park | State Park | Free |
| Great Brook Farm State Park | State Park | Free |
| Greenfield State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hammond Pond Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Hampton Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hampton Ponds State Park | State Park | Free |
| Harrisville Pond Fising Access | State Park | Free |
| Holyoke Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hop River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hop River State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Hopkinton State Park | State Park | Free |
| I-90 Interchange | State Park | Free |
| Indian Head Drive Boat Launch | State Park | Free |
| J.A. Skinner State Park | State Park | Free |
| Jenness Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| John L. Curran Fishing Area | State Park | Free |
| Johnny Appleseed State Park | State Park | Free |
| Johnston Historical | State Park | Free |
| Jordan Marsh Service Center | State Park | Free |
| Keech Pond Access | State Park | Free |
| Killingly Pond State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Kingston State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Lorraine State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Wyola State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lawrence Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lawrence Riverfront State Park | State Park | Free |
| Leather District Park | State Park | Free |
| Lincoln Street Green | State Park | Free |
| Lincoln Woods | State Park | Free |
| Lincoln Woods State Park | State Park | Free |
| London Street Park | State Park | Free |
| Longfellow House Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Longmeadow Fishing Area | State Park | Free |
| Lost Lake Boat Ramp | State Park | Free |
| Lowell Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lowell National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Lowell Park | State Park | Free |
| Lynn Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lynn Shore Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Lynn Woods Reservation | State Park | Free |
| M Street Beach | State Park | Free |
| Malibu Beach | State Park | Free |
| Manchester-Portsmouth RR Bed | State Park | Free |
| Marine Industrial Park Entrance Ii | State Park | Free |
| Marine Park | State Park | Free |
| Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Mary Soo Hoo Park | State Park | Free |
| Mashamoquet Brook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mass Art Campus | State Park | Free |
| Massasoit State Park | State Park | Free |
| Maudslay State Park | State Park | Free |
| Meany Park | State Park | Free |
| Medfield Charles River State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Medford Street Corridor I | State Park | Free |
| Melnea Cass Boulevard I | State Park | Free |
| Meshanticut Park | State Park | Free |
| Middlesex Fells Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Middlesex Fells Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Miller State Park | State Park | Free |
| Minute Man National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Monadnock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Monadnock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Moore State Park | State Park | Free |
| Moosup Valley State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Mother Brook Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Mount Holyoke Range State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mount Tom State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Mowry Pond | State Park | Free |
| Mt. Vernon Street Plaza | State Park | Free |
| Muckross | State Park | Free |
| Mystic River Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Narragansett Parkway | State Park | Free |
| Nashua Street Park | State Park | Free |
| Neponset River Reservation | State Park | Free |
| New Chardon Square | State Park | Free |
| New England National Scenic Trail | National Scenic Trail | Free |
| North End Park | State Park | Free |
| North Hampton State Park | State Park | Free |
| North Street Park | State Park | Free |
| Northwood Meadows State Park | State Park | Free |
| Odiorne Point State Park | State Park | Free |
| Old Furnace State Park | State Park | Free |
| Old Harbor Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Olmsted Green | State Park | Free |
| Pallozi Farm | State Park | Free |
| Parallel Park | State Park | Free |
| Park Drive Ii | State Park | Free |
| Pascoag Reservoir (Echo Lake) | State Park | Free |
| Passeonkquis Cove Fishing Access | State Park | Free |
| Paul Revere Park | State Park | Free |
| Pawtuckaway State Park | State Park | Free |
| Perkins Street | State Park | Free |
| Pillsbury State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pillsbury-Sunapee Corridor | State Park | Free |
| Piscataqua River Boat Access | State Park | Free |
| Pisgah State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pisgah State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pisgah State Park - Critria 1 lands | State Park | Free |
| Podium Plaza | State Park | Free |
| Pomeroy State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Ponagansett River Corridor | State Park | Free |
| Portal Park | State Park | Free |
| Purgatory Chasm State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Quaddick State Park | State Park | Free |
| Quechee State Park | State Park | Free |
| Quincy Shores Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Quinebaug Lake State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Quinsigamond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Railroad Avenue | State Park | Free |
| Red Bridge State Park | State Park | Free |
| Revere Beach Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Rfk Greenway I | State Park | Free |
| Rhododendron State Park | State Park | Free |
| Richmond & North Streets Park I | State Park | Free |
| Richmond & North Streets Park Ii | State Park | Free |
| Rink Grounds | State Park | Free |
| Riverdale Park | State Park | Free |
| Robinson State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rockingham Recreational Trail | State Park | Free |
| Rockingham Recreational Trail | State Park | Free |
| Rocky Point | State Park | Free |
| Roger Williams National Memorial | National Memorial | Free |
| Rolling Bridge Park | State Park | Free |
| Rollins State Park | State Park | Free |
| Ronci | State Park | Free |
| Ross Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Roxbury Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rumney Marsh Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Rutland State Park | State Park | Free |
| Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park | National Historical Park | $10 |
| Salem Maritime National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Salisbury Beach State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Salters Grove | State Park | Free |
| Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Saugus River Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Savin Hill Cove | State Park | Free |
| Sayles Finishing | State Park | Free |
| Scantic River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Scarmella/Maverick Square | State Park | Free |
| Sefsick | State Park | Free |
| Senator Finnegan Park | State Park | Free |
| Shag Rocks | State Park | Free |
| Silver Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Slatersville Pond | State Park | Free |
| Smith & Sayles Reservoir Access | State Park | Free |
| Snake Den State Park | State Park | Free |
| Somerset Street Plaza | State Park | Free |
| South Boston Maritime Park | State Park | Free |
| South Main Street Park | State Park | Free |
| South Street Community Garden | State Park | Free |
| Springfield Armory National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Squibnocket Park | State Park | Free |
| State Beach | State Park | Free |
| State House grounds | State Park | Free |
| State Pier 1 | State Park | Free |
| State Public Health Campus | State Park | Free |
| Stephen Hopkins | State Park | Free |
| Stillhouse Cove Boat Ramp | State Park | Free |
| Stony Brook Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Strandway/Castle Island | State Park | Free |
| Sugar River Recreational Trail | State Park | Free |
| Sunapee State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sweet Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sweets Knoll State Park | State Park | Free |
| Ten Mile River | State Park | Free |
| The Fenway Ii | State Park | Free |
| Town Boat House | State Park | Free |
| Tree House Plaza | State Park | Free |
| Truman Parkway | State Park | Free |
| Tunnel Harborwalk | State Park | Free |
| Turnpike Overlook | State Park | Free |
| Umass Boston Campus Ctr Oval | State Park | Free |
| Union Pond Fishermans Access | State Park | Free |
| United Nbhd Of Lower Roxbury Cg | State Park | Free |
| Urban Arboretum | State Park | Free |
| Valenti Square | State Park | Free |
| Vaughan Woods State Park | State Park | Free |
| Vfw Parkway | State Park | Free |
| Victory Road Park | State Park | Free |
| Wachusett Mountain State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Wadleigh State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wakefield Pond Access Area | State Park | Free |
| Walden Pond State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Wallis Sands State Park | State Park | Free |
| Webb Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Weider Park | State Park | Free |
| Wellington State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wells State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wells State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wentworth State Park | State Park | Free |
| West End Park | State Park | Free |
| Wharf District Park | State Park | Free |
| Wilgus State Park | State Park | Free |
| Williams Tunnel Portal Park | State Park | Free |
| Willow Pond Meadow | State Park | Free |
| Wilson Mountain Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Wilson Reservoir | State Park | Free |
| Windsor Meadows State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wompatuck State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wood Island Bay Edge | State Park | Free |
| Wood Island Bay Marsh | State Park | Free |
| World War II Veterans Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wormwood Park | State Park | Free |
Historical Trends — Townsend
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1,181 | $64,167 |
| 2015 | 1,294 | $63,125 |
| 2017 | 1,459 | $73,831 |
| 2019 | 1,310 | $72,500 |
| 2021 | 1,084 | $68,259 |
| 2023 | 1,082 | $56,726 |
Museums in Townsend
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FRUITLANDS MUSEUMS | HISTORY MUSEUM | 9784563924 | $1,272,319 | |
| FITCHBURG ART MUSEUM | ART MUSEUM | 9783454207 | $1,113,101 | |
| JOURNEYS IN EDUCATION | ART MUSEUM | 6039244555 | $355,936 | |
| FITCHBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 781 MAIN ST | 9783451157 | $61,057 |
| HARVARD HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 215 STILL RIVER RD | 9784568285 | $58,414 |
| SHIRLEY MEETING HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 41 BROWN ROAD | 9784252600 | $53,677 |
| GROTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 172 MAIN ST | 9784480092 | $41,673 |
| TOWNSEND HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 72 MAIN ST | 9785972106 | $37,738 |
| WESTMINISTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 110 MAIN STREET | 9788745569 | $31,750 |
| STERLING HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9784226139 | $28,545 | |
| TOP FUN AVIATION TOY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 21 PRICHARD ST | 9783422809 | $16,143 |
| LANCASTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9783653909 | $14,856 | |
| REVOLVING MUSEUM | ART MUSEUM | 9789372787 | $13,990 | |
| LEOMINSTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9785375424 | $13,657 | |
| MAYNARD HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME | GENERAL MUSEUM | $11,180 | ||
| SHIRLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 182 CENTER RD | 9784259328 | $7,323 |
| ASHBURNHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 79 MAIN STREET | 9788276639 | $6,745 |
| PRINCETON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6099216748 | $4,800 | |
| PEPPERELL HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 50 SHATTUCK STREET | $1,024 | |
| BEAVER BROOK ASSOCIATION | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 117 RIDGE ROAD | 6034657787 | |
| BOLTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 676 MAIN ST | 9787796392 | |
| BOXBOROUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9788441311 | ||
| BULFUNCH FUND | HISTORY MUSEUM | 9783655570 | ||
| CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| COMM OF MASS FORT DEVENS MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9787721286 | ||
| COMM-MASS FORT DEVENS MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9787721286 | ||
| DAKOTA AVIATION MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6038781622 | ||
| DEVENS HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8002941830 | ||
| FLORENCE HYDE SPEARE MEMORIAL BLDG | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6038830015 | ||
| HANDS ON ART MUSEUM | ART MUSEUM | 9789522555 | ||
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF AMHERST | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF TEMPLE NEW HAMPSHIRE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HOLLIS HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 20 MAIN ST | 6034653935 | |
| INTERNATIONAL BOXING RESEARCH ORGANIZATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| LITTLETON HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| LITTLETON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4 ROGERS ST | 9784868202 | |
| MASON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| MASSACHUSETTS MILITARY MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| MAYNARD HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9788979455 | ||
| MECHANICS HALL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| MERRIMACK HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 520 BOSTON POST ROAD | 6038804343 | |
| MILFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2 UNION SQUARE | 6036733385 | |
| MONTACHUSETT SOCIETY FOR THE PRESERVATION OF HISTORIC | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1 WOOD PL | 9783436458 | |
| NASHUA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6038830015 | ||
| NEW ENGLAND SYNTHESIZER MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6038818587 | ||
| NEW IPSWICH HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 23 MAIN STREET | ||
| PETERBOROUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6039243235 | ||
| SAVAGE MUSCLE CAR MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6036736151 | ||
| SHANGHAI DISCOVERY CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | |||
| SHARON ARTS CENTER | ART MUSEUM | 6039247256 | ||
| STOW WEST SCHOOL MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 331 HARVARD RD | 9788977417 | |
| WHEELER MEMORIAL CHAPEL TR | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| BROOKLINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 347 HARVARD STREET | 6175665747 | $-22,100 |
Libraries in Townsend
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NASHUA PUBLIC LIBRARY | 2 COURT STREET | 0.0 | 331,712 | |||
| LEOMINSTER PUBLIC LIBRARY | 30 WEST ST. | 0.0 | 262,393 | |||
| J. V. FLETCHER LIBRARY | 50 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 248,716 | |||
| FITCHBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY | 610 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 235,248 | |||
| WILLIAM Y. WADLEIGH MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 49 NASHUA STREET | 0.0 | 126,577 | |||
| AMHERST TOWN LIBRARY | 14 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 114,484 | |||
| MERRIMACK PUBLIC LIBRARY | 470 DANIEL WEBSTER HIGHWAY | 0.0 | 106,515 | |||
| GROTON PUBLIC LIBRARY | 99 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 104,701 | |||
| HARVARD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 4 POND RD. | 0.0 | 103,920 | |||
| LAWRENCE LIBRARY | 15 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 98,750 | |||
| SARGENT MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 427 MASS. AVE. | 0.0 | 93,270 | |||
| AYER PUBLIC LIBRARY | 26 EAST MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 83,672 | |||
| PETERBOROUGH TOWN LIBRARY | 2 CONCORD STREET | 0.0 | 64,850 | |||
| LUNENBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1023 MASSACHUSETTS AVE. | 0.0 | 62,356 | |||
| TOWNSEND PUBLIC LIBRARY | 12 DUDLEY RD. | 0.0 | 62,323 | |||
| REUBEN HOAR LIBRARY | 41 SHATTUCK ST. | 0.0 | 59,006 | |||
| STEVENS MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 20 MEMORIAL DRIVE | 0.0 | 58,836 | |||
| THAYER MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 717 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 55,067 | |||
| HOLLIS SOCIAL LIBRARY | 2 MONUMENT SQUARE | 0.0 | 52,207 | |||
| CONANT FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 4 MEETINGHOUSE HILL ROAD | 0.0 | 51,576 | |||
| HAZEN MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 3 KEADY WAY | 0.0 | 44,978 | |||
| RANDALL LIBRARY | 19 CRESCENT STREET | 0.0 | 43,848 | |||
| BOLTON PUBLIC LIBRARY | 738 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 41,574 | |||
| FORBUSH MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 118 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 34,319 | |||
| BROOKLINE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 16 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 29,588 | |||
| PRINCETON PUBLIC LIBRARY | 2 TOWN HALL DRIVE | 0.0 | 28,987 | |||
| CHAMBERLIN FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 46 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 16,106 | |||
| ASHBY FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 812 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 15,426 | |||
| AARON CUTLER MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 269 CHARLES BANCROFT HIGHWAY | 0.0 | 15,271 | |||
| WILTON PUBLIC & GREGG FREE LIBRARY | 7 FOREST ROAD | 0.0 | 14,013 | |||
| DALAND MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 5 NORTH MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 12,956 | |||
| DUNSTABLE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 588 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 10,200 | |||
| MASON PUBLIC LIBRARY | 16 DARLING HILL ROAD | 0.0 | 5,965 | |||
| W. ACTON CITIZENS' LIBRARY | 21 WINDSOR AVE. | 0.0 | 5,614 | |||
| NEW IPSWICH LIBRARY | 6 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 5,444 | |||
| J.A. TARBELL LIBRARY | 136 FOREST ROAD | 0.0 | 3,774 | |||
| MANSFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 5 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 2,560 |
Farmers Markets in Townsend
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acton-Boxborough Farmers Market | 1 Pearl St | June 19, 2012 to October 21, 2012 | sun:10:00 AM - 1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Ashburnham Farmers' Market | 1 Gardner Road | 06/01/2017 to 10/26/2017 | Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Ashby Farmers Market | Town Common, Main Street, Rte 119 | ||||
| Ayer Farmers Market | 70 Main Street, MBTA Parking lot | ||||
| City Hall Plaza Farmer's Market | 229 Main St. | June to September | Fri:12:00 pm - 6:00 pm; | Visit | |
| Farmers' Market at Riverfront Park | Boulder Drive | July to October | Visit | ||
| Fitchburg/Burbank Campus Farmers Market | Health Alliance Hospital, Burbank Campus | ||||
| Gardner | Park Street | ||||
| Groton Farmers Market | 160 chicopee row | 07/11/2014 to 10/10/2014 | Yes | Visit | |
| Harvard Farmers Market | 27 Massacusetts Avenue | 08/13/2016 to 10/29/2016 | Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Hillsborough Pride Farmers Market | Main and Central Streets | ||||
| International Farmers' market | 315 Pine St. | ||||
| Lancaster Farmers Market | Fairgrounds, Seven Bridge Road | July to September | Thu:3:00 pm - 6:00 pm; | Yes | |
| Leominster Marketplace | 25 West Street | 05/07/2016 to 09/17/2016 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Lunenburg | 960 Massachusetts Avenue | ||||
| Main Street Farmer's Market | 53-75 Main St. | 06/21/2015 to 10/11/2015 | Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | ||
| Merrimack Farmers' Market | 526 Daniel Webster Highway | 06/17/2015 to 10/14/2015 | Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM; | Yes | |
| Milford Summer Farmers' Market | Granite Town Plaza, 191 Elm St | 06/18/2016 to 10/15/2016 | Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Milford Winter Market | 1 Union Square, Town Hall, 3rd Floor Auditorium | 11/07/2015 to 04/16/2016 | Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Pepperell Farmers Market | Hollis St at the Town Field | 06/14/2014 to 10/04/2014 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Peterborough Farmers Market | Depot Square Park | Visit | |||
| Sterling Farmers Market | Park st. at Town Hall | ||||
| Westminster Farmers' Market | 21-33 Academy St. (Town Common) | 05/04/2018 to 10/26/2018 | Fri: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
Restaurants in Townsend
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Central Plaza Pizza
Parker's Maple Barn
Patriot Pizza
The Alamo
Townsend Pizza
Veterinaries in Townsend
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Brookline Animal Hospital
Gas Stations in Townsend
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Haffner's
Mobil
Sunoco
Banks in Townsend
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Rollstone Bank & Trust
Santander
Breweries in Townsend
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anheuser-busch Brewery Experiences, Budweiser Brewery Tours | Brewery, Coworking Space, and Outdoors Recreation | 221 Daniel Webster Hwy | (603) 595-1202, 6035951202 | Visit |
| Brewhaus | Peterborough, NH, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Peterborough Brewers, Peterborough, NH, Brewers | 375 Union St | 6039240005 | |
| Lucky O'doran's Distillery | Brewery Southeast Nashua | 47 6/8 Lake St | ||
| Millyard Brewery | Brewery Downtown Nashua | 25 E Otterson St | Visit | |
| Molson Coors Brewing Co | Brewers | 22 Erik St | 6035958878 | |
| Wachusett Brewing Company | Brewery | 175 State Rd E | 19788749965, 9788749965 | Visit |
Pharmacies in Townsend
2 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| MCNABB PHARMACY INCORPORATED | 233 MAIN STREET | 978-597-2392 |
| RITE AID - 10082 | 18 MAIN STREET | 978-597-2160 |
Daycare Centers in Townsend
5 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.
| Facility | Type | Phone | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROOKLINE AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM AT RMMS 22 MILFORD ROAD |
CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM | (603) 801-4802 | OPEN |
| BROOKLINE AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM AT THE ACADEMY 24 TOWNSEND HILL ROAD |
CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM | (603) 801-4802 | OPEN |
| CREATIVE IMAGINATIONS CHILD CARE CENTER 108 ROUTE 13 |
CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM | (603) 672-4111 | OPEN |
| RAINBOW CHILDCARE 27 MAIN ST |
CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP | (978) 597-6577 | OPEN |
| VILLAGE COMMON CHILDREN'S CENTER 5 BROOKLINE ST |
CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP | (978) 597-0834 | OPEN |
Cell Towers in Townsend
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 87 BYFIELD RD (24911) | LTOWER | 71 |
| 87 BYFIELD RD (24911) | LTOWER | 71 |
| 249 HIGH ROCK ST (61562) | MTOWER | 61 |
| 249 HIGH ROCK ST (61562) | MTOWER | 61 |
| 84 Bayberry Hill Road | TOWER | 51 |
| 1140 Greenville Rd | MTOWER | 48 |
| 1140 Greenville Rd | MTOWER | 48 |
| 601-603 FITCHBURG STATE ROAD | MTOWER | 47 |
| 601-603 FITCHBURG STATE ROAD | MTOWER | 47 |
| 142 LOWELL RD | MTOWER | 46 |
| 142 LOWELL RD | MTOWER | 46 |
| 336 OLD LITTLETON RD (81475) | MTOWER | 30 |
| 336 OLD LITTLETON RD (81475) | MTOWER | 30 |
Fire Stations in Townsend
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town of Brookline Fire Department | 4 Bond ST | Mostly volunteer | 603-672-8531 | ||
| Townsend Fire-EMS Department | 13 Elm ST | Mostly volunteer | 978-597-8150 |
Bridges in Townsend
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1950 | 94 | 10,140 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete | 1971 | 73 | 8,500 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1907 | 23 | 8,358 | P | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1947 | 31 | 6,532 | F | |
| Arch (Deck) | Masonry | 1850 | 81 | 4,350 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1950 | 25 | 4,350 | F | |
| Frame | Concrete | 1935 | 23 | 4,313 | F | |
| Frame | Concrete | 1931 | 28 | 3,537 | G | |
| Frame | Concrete | 1932 | 57 | 3,105 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2011 | 40 | 2,597 | G | |
| Arch (Deck) | Masonry | 1908 | 34 | 2,294 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1940 | 26 | 2,100 | F | |
| Arch (Deck) | Masonry | 1908 | 65 | 2,048 | F | |
| Arch (Deck) | Masonry | 1908 | 36 | 2,048 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete | 2004 | 100 | 1,810 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1999 | 74 | 1,699 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1946 | 44 | 937 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete | 2021 | 31 | 516 | G | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete | 1996 | 54 | 500 | F | |
| Culvert | Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron | 1987 | 22 | 443 | P | |
| Culvert | Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron | 1970 | 20 | 220 | F | |
| Frame | Concrete | 2009 | 31 | 200 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1986 | 21 | 120 | F |
Amtrak Stations in Townsend
1 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nashua, NH | 8 North Southwood Drive | BUS |
Airports Near Townsend
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Logan International Airport | BOS | Large Airport |
| Concord Municipal Airport | CON | Medium Airport |
| Dillant Hopkins Airport | EEN | Medium Airport |
| Laurence G Hanscom Field | BED | Medium Airport |
| Lawrence Municipal Airport | LWM | Medium Airport |
| Manchester-Boston Regional Airport | MHT | Medium Airport |
| Norwood Memorial Airport | OWD | Medium Airport |
| Worcester Regional Airport | ORH | Medium Airport |
| B&B Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blue Puffin Farm Heliport | — | Small Airport |
| Brookline Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Claremont Municipal Airport | CNH | Small Airport |
| Cole Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cooper Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Country Club Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Crow Island Airport (Pvt) | — | Small Airport |
| Dresser Hill Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eagles Nest Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fitchburg Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Frank D. Comerford Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gardner Municipal Airport | GDM | Small Airport |
| Goddard Field | — | Small Airport |
| Hawthorne Feather Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Heaton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hopedale Industrial Park Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huff Memorial Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Intervale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jaffrey Airfield Silver Ranch Airport | AFN | Small Airport |
| Kallander Field | — | Small Airport |
| Locke Lake Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mansfield Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marshall's Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mason Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Meadowbrook Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Minute Man Air Field | MMN | Small Airport |
| Murphy-Sherwood Park Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nashua Airport / Boire Field | ASH | Small Airport |
| Norm's Field | — | Small Airport |
| Northwood Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Orange Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Parlin Field | NWH | Small Airport |
| Pasport Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pepperell Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pilgrim's Home Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sids Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sky Glen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Southbridge Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Spencer Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Steck Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sterling Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Townsend
16 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Amherst Police Department | ||
| Ashburnham Police Station | 99 Central Street | |
| Bolton Town Police Dept | 15 Wattaquadock Hill Road | |
| Boxboro Police Department | 520 Massachusetts Avenue | |
| Devens State Police | 59 Buena Vista Street | |
| Fitchburg Police Station | 20 Elm Street | |
| Groton Police Public Safety Building | 99 Pleasant Street | |
| Harvard Police Station | 40 Ayer Road | |
| Lancaster Police Station | 1055 Main Street | |
| Mason Police Department | 38 Darling Hill Road | |
| Mont Vernon Police Department | ||
| Princeton Police Dept | 1 Town Hall Drive | |
| Sp Leominster | Haws Street | |
| Townsend Police Deptartment | 70 Brookline Road | |
| Townsend Police Outreach Center | 18 Main Street | |
| Westminster Police Station | 7 South Street |
Grocery Stores in Townsend
7 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Energy North 2102 | Convenience Store | 197 Main St |
| Family Dollar 2214 | Other | 220 Main St |
| Garys Too Farmstand | Farmers and Markets | 155 Main St |
| HANNAFORD SUPERMARKET 8009 | Super Store | 18 Main St |
| Honeyland Farms | Convenience Store | 251 Main St |
| Restoration Orchard | Farmers and Markets | 129 Lunenburg Rd |
| Walgreens 17212 | Other | 18 MAIN ST. RTE. 119 |
Treatment Centers in Townsend
26 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Advocates Community Counseling - Harvard | Substance Abuse | 978-772-1846 |
| Better Life Partners | Both | 866-679-0831 |
| Catholic Charities - Leominster Womens Program | Substance Abuse | 508-754-1865 |
| Community Health Connections Inc | Both | 978-878-8100 |
| Community Health Connections Inc - ACTION Community Health Center | Substance Abuse | 978-878-8100 |
| Community Health Connections Inc - Fitchburg Community Health Center | Substance Abuse | 978-878-8100 |
| Fitchburg Comprehensive Trt Center - Habit Opco LLC | Substance Abuse | 978-343-6300 x206 |
| Greater Nashua Council on Alcoholism - Keystone Hall | Substance Abuse | 603-881-4848 x3129 |
| Greater Nashua Mental Health | Both | 603-889-6147 x1574 |
| Greater Nashua Mental Health - ACS/Rapid Response | Mental Health | 603-889-6147 |
| Greater Nashua Mental Health Center | Both | 603-889-6147 x1574 |
| Harbor Care - Cynthia Day Family Center | Substance Abuse | 603-881-4848 |
| Harbor Care - Harbor Care Health and Wellness Center | Substance Abuse | 603-821-7788 |
| Integrate | Both | 888-649-1149 |
| LUK Inc - Crisis Center Behav Health Clinic | Both | 978-829-2287 |
| McLean Fernside | Substance Abuse | 978-464-2141 |
| Nashoba Valley Medical Center - GPU | Both | 978-784-9435 |
| New Horizons Medical | Both | 978-488-0889 |
| Process Recovery Center | Substance Abuse | 888-649-1149 |
| Recovery Centers of America - Clinical Stabilization Services | Substance Abuse | 978-571-1700 |
| Recovery Centers of America - Westminster Acute Treatment Services | Substance Abuse | 978-571-1700 |
| Recovery Centers of America - Westminster Outpatient | Substance Abuse | 978-571-6050 |
| ROAD to a Better Life | Substance Abuse | 603-692-3166 |
| Southern New Hampshire Medical Ctr - West Campus | Both | 603-577-5721 |
| Spring Hill Recovery Center | Substance Abuse | 978-913-2910 |
| VA Central Western Massachusetts - Fitchburg CBOC | Both | 413-584-4040 x6200 |
DOL Wage Violations in Townsend
3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $7,541 in back wages owed to 20 employees.
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Violations
$7,541
Back Wages Owed
20
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MDC Management Co. LLC dba McDonalds | — | — | 1469 | — | 1 | $5,460 | $5,460 | 1 |
| Panda Wok Restaurant | — | — | 01469 | — | 1 | $1,707 | $1,707 | 1 |
| King Farm | — | — | 01469 | — | 3 | $374 | $21 | 18 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Townsend
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| CHURCH OF CHRIST | PO BOX 507 |
| REMNANT CHRISTIAN NETWORK BOSTON MASSACHUSETTS INC | 90 MASON RD |
| ST JOHNS CHURCH | 1 SCHOOL ST |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Townsend
What is the population of Townsend?
Townsend has a population of 1,082 residents and is located in Massachusetts. The population density is 640 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.3% female and 46.7% male.
Is Townsend expensive to live in?
Townsend is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 105.8 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $56,726, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $344,400 (22% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $947 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Townsend safe?
Townsend is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 335 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Townsend receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Townsend?
Townsend has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.
How is the job market in Townsend?
The job market in Townsend is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,532. There are 12,730 business establishments in the area, including 943 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 37 minutes, and 27.6% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Townsend?
The median home value in Townsend is $344,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $491,960. For renters, the median monthly rent is $947. Fair market rent is $1,822 for a 1-bedroom and $2,300 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 49.7%. The average annual property tax is $9,545.
How are the schools in Townsend?
Schools in Townsend score 6.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 29.9% of adults in Townsend hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. 9.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Townsend?
The obesity rate in Townsend is 26.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 12.8% of adults are smokers. 19.7% are physically inactive. 28.5% of residents report depression. 4.4% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 89.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,198.
What is transportation like in Townsend?
The average commute in Townsend is 37 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 55.9% of workers drive alone to work, 3.1% use public transit, and 27.6% work from home.
What are the demographics of Townsend?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Townsend is 81.2% White, 7.4% Black or African American. 92.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.2% speak Spanish. 5.0% of the population are military veterans. 7.8% of residents have a disability. 95.0% have health insurance coverage.
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