Lunenburg (CDP), Massachusetts facts for kids
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Lunenburg, Massachusetts
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United Parish of Lunenburg
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Location in Worcester County and the state of Massachusetts.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Worcester |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.80 sq mi (9.84 km2) |
| • Land | 3.80 sq mi (9.84 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 571 ft (174 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,789 |
| • Density | 471.16/sq mi (181.90/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
01462
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| Area code(s) | 978 |
| FIPS code | 25-37385 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0610772 |
Lunenburg is a special kind of community in the town of Lunenburg, located in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States. It is called a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government counts for population, but it's not an official town or city by itself.
In 2020, about 1,789 people lived in Lunenburg.
Exploring Lunenburg's Location
Lunenburg is found in the state of Massachusetts. You can find it on a map using its coordinates: 42.595056 degrees North and -71.724654 degrees West. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on Earth.
The area of Lunenburg is about 9.9 square kilometers (or 3.8 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within its boundaries.
Who Lives in Lunenburg?
The people who live in Lunenburg come from different backgrounds. Most residents are White. There are also smaller groups of African American, Native American, and Asian people. Some residents identify with two or more races. A small percentage of the population is of Hispanic or Latino origin.
In 2000, there were 632 households in Lunenburg. Many of these were families, including married couples. Some households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2.68 people.
The age of people in Lunenburg varies. About 26% of the population was under 18 years old. Around 15% were 65 years or older. The average age was 41 years old.
The typical income for a household in Lunenburg in 2000 was about $54,429 per year. For families, the income was a bit higher, around $58,203. A very small number of families and people lived below the poverty line.
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United Parish of Lunenburg
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Location in Worcester County and the state of Massachusetts.
