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Abington, Massachusetts Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Abington is 17,500, with 48% male and 52% female. The town has experienced moderate growth due to its proximity to Boston and access to suburban amenities.

City Facts

  • Founded: 1712
  • County: Plymouth County
  • Land Area: 9.9 square miles
  • Population Density: 1,768 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 781
  • Zip Code: 02351

Geography and Location

Abington is located in southeastern Massachusetts, about 20 miles south of Boston, and is part of the Greater Boston metropolitan area. The town is primarily residential, offering a suburban lifestyle with easy access to the city via commuter rail and highways. Abington’s location between Boston and Cape Cod makes it a desirable place for families and commuters, with plenty of local amenities such as parks, schools, and shopping centers. The town’s landscape includes rolling hills, small rivers, and wooded areas, giving it a blend of suburban development and natural beauty. Abington’s historic roots, dating back to its founding in the early 18th century, are evident in its well-preserved colonial architecture and small-town charm.

Demographics

Median resident age: 36.7 years
Median household income: $57,100
Median house value: $178,900

Population by Race

Races in Abington:

  • White Non-Hispanic (97.0%)
  • Two or more races (0.8%)
  • Black (0.8%)
  • Hispanic (0.7%)

Ancestries: Irish (39.4%), Italian (15.5%), English (14.9%), German (7.6%), French (5.3%), French Canadian (4.3%).

Elevation: 108 feet

Land area: 9.9 square miles

Map of Abington, MA

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Abington

  • High school or higher: 89.8%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 22.0%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 6.0%
  • Unemployed: 2.4%
  • Mean travel time to work: 29.7 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Abington town

  • Never married: 25.9%
  • Now married: 57.9%
  • Separated: 1.3%
  • Widowed: 6.1%
  • Divorced: 8.7%

2.6% Foreign born (1.0% Europe, 0.8% Asia, 0.3% Latin America, 0.3% North America).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Abington:

  • SOUTH SHORE HOSPITAL (about 4 miles; SOUTH WEYMOUTH, MA)
  • BROCKTON HOSPITAL (about 5 miles; BROCKTON, MA)
  • CARITAS GOOD SAMARITAN MED CTR (about 7 miles; BROCKTON, MA)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Abington:

  • GENERAL EDWARD LAWRENCE LOGAN INTL (about 17 miles; BOSTON, MA; Abbreviation: BOS)
  • LAURENCE G HANSCOM FLD (about 34 miles; BEDFORD, MA; Abbreviation: BED)
  • THEODORE FRANCIS GREEN STATE (about 43 miles; PROVIDENCE, RI; Abbreviation: PVD)

Other public-use airports nearest to Abington:

  • CRANLAND (about 11 miles; HANSON, MA; Abbreviation: 28M)
  • MONPONSETT POND (about 12 miles; HALIFAX, MA; Abbreviation: MA6)
  • NORWOOD MEMORIAL (about 16 miles; NORWOOD, MA; Abbreviation: OWD)

Amtrak stations near Abington:

  • 16 miles: ROUTE 128 (WESTWOOD, UNIVERSITY AVE. & RTE. 128). Services: ticket office, enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, vending machines, paid short-term parking, taxi stand, public transit connection.
  • 18 miles: BOSTON (SO. STA) (BOSTON, ATLANTIC AVE. & SUMMER ST.). Services: ticket office, fully wheelchair accessible, enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, full-service food facilities and snack bar, ATM, paid short-term parking, paid long-term parking, call for car rental service, taxi stand, intercity bus service, public transit connection.
  • 18 miles: BACK BAY (BOSTON, 145 DARTMOUTH ST.). Services: ticket office, partially wheelchair accessible, enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, vending machines, ATM, paid short-term parking, paid long-term parking, call for car rental service, taxi stand, public transit connection.

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Abington:

  • MASSASOIT COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 5 miles; BROCKTON, MA; Full-time enrollment: 4,161)
  • BRIDGEWATER STATE COLLEGE (about 10 miles; BRIDGEWATER, MA; Full-time enrollment: 6,843)
  • QUINCY COLLEGE (about 10 miles; QUINCY, MA; Full-time enrollment: 2,528)
  • STONEHILL COLLEGE (about 11 miles; EASTON, MA; Full-time enrollment: 2,374)
  • BABSON COLLEGE (about 11 miles; WELLESLEY, MA; Full-time enrollment: 2,659)
  • UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS-BOSTON (about 16 miles; BOSTON, MA; Full-time enrollment: 9,248)
  • EMERSON COLLEGE (about 19 miles; Boston, MA; Full-time enrollment: 3,697)

Schools

Public high school in Abington:

  • ABINGTON HIGH (Students: 608; Location: 201 GLINIEWICZ WAY; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Abington:

  • ABINGTON ECC (Students: 630; Location: 1 RALPH HAMLIN LANE; Grades: PK – 02)
  • FROLIO JR HS (Students: 414; Location: 1071 WASHINGTON STREET; Grades: 07 – 08)
  • WOODSDALE (Students: 372; Location: 128 CHESTNUT STREET; Grades: 03 – 06)
  • CENTER (Students: 220; Location: 65 THAXTER AVENUE; Grades: 03 – 06)
  • NORTH (Students: 210; Location: 171 ADAMS STREET; Grades: 03 – 06)

Private primary/middle school in Abington:

  • PRE SCHOOL PLAYMATES (Students: 14; Location: 681 RICHARD FITTS DRIVE; Grades: KG – KG)

Libraries

Library in Abington:

  • ABINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY (Operating income: $344,742; Location: 600 GLINIEWICZ WAY; 59,804 books; 1,107 audio materials; 806 video materials; 100 serial subscriptions)

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