Northbridge MA is located in the Blackstone River Valley of south central Massachusetts in Worcester County. A growing suburban town, Northbridge is made up of several villages including: Whitinsville, Linwood, Rockdale, Riverdale and Northbridge Center.
Northbridge was once a part of Uxbridge and Mendon and was incorporated on July 4, 1772. According to the United States Census Bureau, Northbridge has a total area of 18.1 square miles.
The zip code in Northbridge is 01534. Adjacent towns to Northbridge include: Grafton on the north; Upton on the northeast; Mendon on the east; Uxbridge on the south and Sutton on the west
Northbridge Massachusetts is now a part of the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor and has a number of valley sites designated by the National Park service. The Reservoir of the West Hill Dam flood control project and recreation area also lies within the town limits.
The Blackstone River Valley was the first industrialized region in the United States and has a rich manufacturing heritage.
Blackstone and Mumford Rivers run through the town and in the early 19th century numerous industrial developments were erected along the riverbanks, including Whitin Machine Shop in Whitinsville. At one time, it was the largest manufacturer of textile machines in the world.
Northbridge and nearby attractions include: Towne Plaza Shopping Center, Whitinsville United Methodist Church, Cooper Road Cemetery, Cook Allen Brook and Whitinsville Historic District. Northbridge also has many great neighborhoods to explore and offers a variety of restaurants, numerous shopping experiences, art galleries, museums, parks and playgrounds.
Situated between Interstates 90, 146, 395, and 495, the beautiful town of Northbridge has excellent access to major cities such as Worcester, Providence and Boston.
Northbridge, MA Population Statistics
As of 2011, Northbridge’s population is 14,411 people with 848 people per square mile (population density). Since 2000, the town has experienced a population growth of 9.41%. The median age in Northbridge is 37.9. 52.09% of people are married and 9.32% are divorced. The average household size is 2.65 people. 49.15% of people are married, with children and 55.90% have children and are single.
Northbridge, MA Climate and Health Index
Northbridge gets 45 inches of rain per year and 42 inches of snowfall. Number of days with any measurable precipitation is 114. On average, there are 197 sunny days per year with July highs around 84 degrees and January lows around 14 degrees.
Air quality in Northbridge is 38 on a scale to 100 (higher is better) and water quality is 52 on a scale to 100 (higher is better), as reported by the EPA.
Northbridge, MA Economy
Northbridge was recently named as one of the most ‘Bio-Ready’ communities in both Massachusetts and New England (The Boston Globe), making it a desired location for businesses such as bio-pharmaceutical companies, biomedical companies, bio-diesel companies, and solar and wind energy companies.
The unemployment rate in Northbridge is 10.10% with job growth at 0.61%. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 31.12%. Northbridge sales tax rate is 5.00% and income tax is 5.30%. Income per capita is $31,877, which includes all adults and children. Median household income in Northbridge is $71,408.
Population by Occupation in Northbridge, MA
- Professional and Related Occupations 21.89%
- Service 13.33%
- Sales and Office 24.33%
- Farming, Fishing, and Forestry 0.07%
- Construction, Extraction, and Maintenance 10.11%
- Production, Transportation, and Material Moving 17.44%
Northbridge, MA Real Estate and Housing
If you’re in the market to buy Real Estate in Northbridge MA or thinking about relocating to Northbridge MA, you’ll find many residential options to choose from.
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The median home value in Northbridge is $285,800 and home appreciation is -2.06% over the last year. The median age of Northbridge real estate is 43 years. Renters make up 28.66% of the town’s population and 3.33% of houses and apartments are unoccupied (vacancy rate).
Northbridge, MA Public Schools
Northbridge MA is served by Northbridge Public Schools and spends $4,818 per student. There are 14 pupils per teacher, 1,268 students per librarian, and 488 children per counselor. Northbridge has 4 public schools including:
- Northbridge Elementary School
- W. Edward Balmer Elementary School
- Northbridge Middle School
- Northbridge High School
Colleges/Universities with over 2000 Students nearest to Northbridge, MA
College of the Holy Cross – Worcester- Clark University – Worcester
- Worcester Polytechnic Institute – Worcester
- Worcester State College – Worcester
- Assumption College-Worcester
- Quinsigamond Community College – Worcester
- Bryant University – Smithfield
Northbridge, MA Educational Statistics
- 2 yr College Grad. 7.66%
- 4 yr College Grad. 20.99%
- Graduate Degrees 8.66%
- High School Grads. 90.28%
Hospitals/Medical Centers in Worcester County, MA
- Fairlawn Rehab Hospital
- Westborough State Hospital
- Saint Vincent Hospital
- Clinton Hospital
- Baystate Mary Lane Hospital
- Nashoba Valley Medical Center
- Adcare Hospital of Worcester
- UMassMem-Marlborough Hospital
- MetroWest Medical Center
- Wing Mem Hosp & Med Centers
UMass Memorial Medical Center- Hubbard Regional Hospital
- Milford Regional Medical Center
- Heywood Hospital
- Emerson Hospital
- Worcester State Hospital
- Harrington Memorial Hospital
- Landmark Medical Center
- Day Kimball Hospital
- Athol Memorial Hospital
Northbridge, MA Transportation and Commute
Amtrak stations nearest to Northbridge: Worcester (12 miles) andFramingham (17 miles). The nearest commuter rail station into Boston is located in nearby Grafton, approximately 8 miles away. Air transportation is available from Worcester Regional airport.
The average one-way commute in Northbridge takes 32 minutes. 87% of commuters drive their own car alone, 8% carpool with others, 0% take mass transit and 4% work from home.
Bill Gassett – Northbridge Massachusetts Realtor
If you’re thinking about selling your Northbridge MA home, Northbridge investment property or other Northbridge MA Real Estate, allow me to help make the transaction a smooth and pleasant experience.
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A few of my accomplishments that I am proud of include:
- Graduated with B.S. in Marketing and Management Northeastern University Boston,MA. Active participant in the Cooperative Education Program.
- Full time Realtor for past 25 years servicing Metrowest MA, including Northbridge MA.
- Member of National Association of Realtors & Greater Boston Real Estate Board.
Prior to joining RE/MAX in 1996 was one of the top agents in MA for the Prudential Real Estate.- Have been ranked one of the top 5 RE/MAX agents in Massachusetts each year, for eleven out of the past twelve years.
- #1 agent at RE/MAX Executive Realty - a seven office company with over 135 agents. RE/MAX Executive Realty is the largest RE/MAX company in Massachusetts with offices in Hopkinton, Holliston, Medfield, Grafton, Upton, Franklin, and Natick.
- Elected to RE/MAX Hall of Fame.
- RE/MAX Lifetime Achievement award.
- Have been ranked as high as #48 RE/MAX agent in the United States.
- Featured in Who’s Who In Real Estate.
- In 2011 was the #3 RE/MAX Realtor in all of New England.
I have been listing and selling homes in and around Metrowest Massachusetts for the last 25+ years. Call or send me an email so we can discuss how I can best serve your Northbridge MA Real Estate needs!
Bill Gassett ~ Northbridge MA Realtor
RE/MAX Executive Realty
77 Main Street, Hopkinton MA 01748
Phone: 508.435.5356
Fax: 508.435.5550
Email: billgassett@remaxexec.com
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$79,900 : 2572 Providence Rd, Northbridge3 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths
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$229,900 : 128 Prescott Rd, Northbridge3 beds, 2 full baths
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$244,900 : 538 School Street, Northbridge3 beds, 1 full bath
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$249,995 : 331 Goldthwaite Rd, Northbridge3 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths
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$169,900 : 757 Benson Rd, Northbridge3 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths
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$194,900 : 370 Providence Road, Northbridge3 beds, 2 full baths
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$353,400 : 191 Chipper Hill Rd, Northbridge3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
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$169,000 : 409 Highland St, Northbridge3 beds, 1 full bath
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$140,000 : 994 Hill Street, Northbridge5 beds, 1 full bath
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$249,900 : 125 Sheryl Drive, Northbridge3 beds, 2 full baths
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$289,900 : 118 Theresa Cir, Northbridge4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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$515,000 : Lot 31 Shining Rock Drive, Northbridge4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
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$214,900 : 81 Cottage St, Northbridge4 beds, 1 full, 2 part baths
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$268,900 : 139 Upton St, Northbridge3 beds, 2 full baths
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$519,000 : 442 Samuel Dr, Northbridge4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
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$329,900 : 310 Highland Street, Northbridge4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
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$408,900 : 74 Delwyn Barnes Dr, Northbridge4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
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$289,900 : 64 Deane Way, Northbridge3 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths
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$229,900 : 366 Rumonoski Dr., Northbridge2 beds, 1 full bath
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$155,000 : 2116 Providence Rd, Northbridge2 beds, 1 full bath
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