Best Places to Live in Worcester County, Massachusetts

Worcester County is located in Central Massachusetts and has a population of 816,640 people. It is the second largest county in the state and includes the cities of Worcester, Fitchburg and Leominster along with many other small towns. The area offers several educational opportunities including numerous colleges and universities such as Assumption University and Clark University. Residents can enjoy plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking at Mount Wachusett State Reservation or fishing on Lake Quinsigamond. Mid-sized city - Center of Massachusetts between Connecticut/Rhode Island and New Hampshire border.

State: Massachusetts
County: Worcester County
Metro Area: Worcester
City: Worcester, Leominster, 90 total

Zip Codes: 01453, 01420, 01604, 01545, 01605, 01757, 01602, 01610, 01609, 01440, 84 total
Cost of Living: 11.5% higher
Time zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Elevation: 470 ft above sea level

Pros
Educated population
Local arts and culture
Central location

Cons
Economy
Harsh winters
Cost of living

What Bert Has To Say About Worcester Metro Area

Worcester is the second largest city in Massachusetts. From its roots in the Industrial Revolution, it is evolving into a diverse research, manufacturing, and technology center, featuring a significant health care presence and a large biotechnology research park. The downtown is being gradually restored and modernized. Origins as a cultural center continue with the area’s many small museums and colleges, as well as a good set of small performing arts amenities. Mountain areas to the west and lakes mainly north offer good recreation opportunities. Cost of living is influenced by more expensive areas east and is high for local income levels.

Highlights

ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Worcester County is 6.7% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Worcester County jobs have increased by 4.0%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Worcester County's cost of living is 11.5% higher than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Worcester County's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

August, July and June are the most pleasant months in Worcester County, while January and February are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Worcester county remained very strongly Democratic, 57.6% to 39.7%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Worcester County's population is 856,858 people. Since 2020, it has had a population growth of 3.3%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 28.7 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Worcester County is . Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 10.1%.

SCHOOLS

Worcester County public schools spend $14,587 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 15.6 students per teacher in Worcester County. More Education

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Housing Market in worcester

It's a good time to buy in Worcester. Home Appreciation is up 10.1% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Worcester is .

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ZIP CODES IN WORCESTER COUNTY, MASSACHUSETTS

01453, 01420, 01604, 01545, 01605, 01757, 01602, 01610, 01609, 01440, 84 total

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