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Acton, Massachusetts Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Acton, Massachusetts is 24,871, including 49.1% male and 50.9% female. Over the last decade, Acton has experienced steady growth due to its appeal as a suburban community with access to major employment hubs. The town’s population has seen an increase of about 5.5% since 2010, reflecting ongoing residential development and its strong school system.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1735
  • County: Middlesex
  • Land area: 20.27 square miles
  • Population density: Approximately 1,227 people per square mile
  • Area code: 978
  • Zip codes: 01720

Geography and Location

Acton, Massachusetts is located approximately 25 miles west-northwest of Boston, making it part of the Greater Boston area. The town is known for its scenic beauty, including various conservation lands and recreational trails, as well as its proximity to other major towns like Concord and Littleton. Acton is characterized by its rolling hills and a mix of residential, agricultural, and commercial development. The Nashoba Brook and its tributaries meander through the town, contributing to its natural landscape. The town’s convenient access to Route 2 and the MBTA commuter rail makes it a desirable location for commuters working in Boston and nearby cities.

Demographics

Median resident age: 37.9 years
Median household income: $91,624
Median house value: $332,400

Population by Race

Races in Acton:

  • White Non-Hispanic (87.2%)
  • Chinese (4.0%)
  • Asian Indian (3.0%)
  • Hispanic (1.8%)
  • Two or more races (1.5%)
  • Korean (0.7%)
  • Black (0.7%)
  • Other race (0.6%)

Ancestries: Irish (20.5%), English (15.8%), Italian (13.2%), German (11.1%), French (5.7%), Polish (5.4%).

Elevation: 260 feet

Map of Acton, MA

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Acton

  • High school or higher: 97.8%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 69.3%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 33.9%
  • Unemployed: 2.0%
  • Mean travel time to work: 31.0 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Acton town

  • Never married: 21.4%
  • Now married: 67.4%
  • Separated: 0.9%
  • Widowed: 3.7%
  • Divorced: 6.5%

14.3% Foreign born (7.6% Asia, 4.0% Europe, 1.6% Latin America).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Acton:

  • EMERSON HOSPITAL (about 5 miles; W CONCORD, MA)
  • METROWEST MEDICAL CENTER (about 12 miles; FRAMINGHAM, MA)
  • DEACONESS – NASHOBA HOSPITAL (about 12 miles; AYER, MA)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Acton:

  • LAURENCE G HANSCOM FLD (about 11 miles; BEDFORD, MA; Abbreviation: BED)
  • MANCHESTER (about 31 miles; MANCHESTER, NH; Abbreviation: MHT)
  • GENERAL EDWARD LAWRENCE LOGAN INTL (about 32 miles; BOSTON, MA; Abbreviation: BOS)

Other public-use airports nearest to Acton:

  • MINUTE MAN AIR FIELD (about 7 miles; STOW, MA; Abbreviation: 6B6)
  • MARLBORO (about 12 miles; MARLBORO, MA; Abbreviation: 9B1)
  • SHIRLEY (about 16 miles; SHIRLEY, MA; Abbreviation: 9B4)

Amtrak station near Acton:

  • 15 miles: FRAMINGHAM (443 WAVERLY ST.). Services: public payphones, snack bar, paid short-term parking, taxi stand, public transit connection.

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Acton:

  • BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY (about 4 miles; WALTHAM, MA; Full-time enrollment: 4,444)
  • MIDDLESEX COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 11 miles; BEDFORD, MA; Full-time enrollment: 4,501)
  • FRAMINGHAM STATE COLLEGE (about 12 miles; FRAMINGHAM, MA; Full-time enrollment: 4,185)
  • UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS-LOWELL (about 14 miles; LOWELL, MA; Full-time enrollment: 8,373)
  • BENTLEY COLLEGE (about 16 miles; WALTHAM, MA; Full-time enrollment: 4,651)
  • WELLESLEY COLLEGE (about 17 miles; WELLESLEY, MA; Full-time enrollment: 2,241)
  • MASSACHUSETTS BAY COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 17 miles; WELLESLEY HILLS, MA; Full-time enrollment: 2,938)

Schools

Public high school in Acton:

  • ACTON-BOXBOROUGH REG HIGH (Students: 1,681; Location: 96 HAYWARD RD; Grades: 09 – 12)

Private high school in Acton:

  • CONCORD ASSABET (Students: 32; Location: 380 MASSACHUSETTS AVE; Grades: 7 – 12; Girls only)

Public primary/middle schools in Acton:

  • RAYMOND J GREY JH (Students: 930; Location: 16 CHARTER RD; Grades: 07 – 08)
  • MERRIAM (Students: 537; Location: 11 CHARTER ROAD; Grades: PK – 06)
  • MCCARTHY-TOWNE (Students: 505; Location: 13 CHARTER ROAD; Grades: KG – 06)
  • DOUGLAS (Students: 494; Location: 21 ELM STREET; Grades: KG – 06)
  • GATES (Students: 494; Location: 75 SPRUCE STREET; Grades: KG – 06)
  • LUTHER CONANT (Students: 492; Location: 80 TAYLOR ROAD; Grades: KG – 06)

Private primary/middle school in Acton:

  • MT CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (Students: 101; Location: 472 MASSACHUSETTS PO BOX 986; Grades: PK – KG)

Libraries

Libraries in Acton:

  • ACTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY (Operating income: $759,354; Location: 486 MAIN ST.; 95,376 books; 3,563 audio materials; 1,604 video materials; 268 serial subscriptions)
  • W. ACTON CITIZENS’ LIBRARY ASSN. (Operating income: $32,211; Location: 21 WINDSOR AVE.; 11,422 books; 203 audio materials; 110 video materials; 19 serial subscriptions)

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