01223 Becket, MA is a small rural town located in the western part of Massachusetts. It has a population of 2,351 and a population density of 32.79 people per square mile. There are many local businesses in the area including Becket General Store, which serves as both retail store and post office, as well as Park Corner Restaurant and Turner's Store which offers both groceries and gas.
For those who enjoy outdoor activities year-round, there are several places to enjoy such as October Mountain State Forest, Savoy Mountain State Forest, Kennedy Park which features swimming pools and other recreational areas, and also Otis Reservoir for fishing or boating. There are also annual sporting events hosted at nearby Pittsfield Municipal Airport like the Berkshire County Hot Air Balloon Festival that draws thousands from near and far each summer.
Additionally, there are several demographic organizations in 01223 Becket including the Berkshire County Historical Society which is dedicated to preserving the county's history through research and educational programming. The Northern Berkshire Community Coalition (NBCC) also works diligently to improve the community through health care services and youth programs. Through their work they help make 01223 Becket a great place to live for all its citizens.
The population in Becket (zip 01223) is 2,351. There are 34 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Becket (zip 01223) is 48.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Becket (zip 01223) is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Becket (zip 01223)
- 60.5% are married
- 13.6% are divorced
- 18.7% are married with children
- 6.8% have children, but are single
Race in Becket (zip 01223)
- 93.4% are White
- 1.1% are Black
- 0.2% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 3.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.8% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander