Spencer, MA is a small, rural town located in Worcester County with an estimated population of 11,963 according to the 2020 US Census. Spencer has a population density of 362.39 people per square mile which is significantly higher than the national average. Many local businesses are located in Spencer such as G&D Pizza, Evergreen Valley Orchard and Bakery, and Greenhouse Cafe. There are also year-round outdoor activities such as hiking along the Midstate Trail or fishing at Webster Lake. Local organizations such as the Spencer Lions Club and Spencer Wildlife Association work to better the community and local environment through various initiatives and programs. Lastly, local sporting events like The Summer Slam Baseball Tournament bring citizens together for friendly competitions each year.
The population in Spencer is 11,963. There are 364 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Spencer is 47.9, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Spencer is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Spencer
- 55.2% are married
- 10.6% are divorced
- 31.4% are married with children
- 12.0% have children, but are single
Race in Spencer
- 93.1% are White
- 0.9% are Black
- 2.4% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 3.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.4% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander