Royalston, MA is a small rural town located in Worcester County. With a population of just 1,461 people and a population density of 31 people per square mile, it's no surprise that Royalston offers the kind of small-town charm that many bigger cities lack. The area is home to several local businesses such as the Royalston General Store, which has been open since 1881 and is known for its homemade chocolates, pies, and other treats. Other popular establishments include the Royalston Grange Hall and the Monadnock Inn and Pub. Year-round outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, camping, skiing, snowshoeing, and boating are all popular in the area as well. There are also several organizations dedicated to preserving the natural beauty of Royalston including the Royalston Historical Society and Town Trails Committee. Every year in August there is also a local crafts fair called “The Gathering” which attracts hundreds of visitors from all over New England. For sports fans there are several local team sports including soccer, baseball, football, basketball and softball.
The population in Royalston is 1,461. There are 35 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Royalston is 48.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Royalston is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Royalston
- 60.8% are married
- 7.7% are divorced
- 28.0% are married with children
- 8.2% have children, but are single
Race in Royalston
- 97.0% are White
- 0.3% are Black
- 0.6% are Asian
- 0.7% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander