South Ashburnham, Massachusetts facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
South Ashburnham, Massachusetts
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South Main Street
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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 | 3.00 sq mi (7.76 km2) |
| • Land | 2.98 sq mi (7.73 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 965 ft (294 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,136 |
| • Density | 380.70/sq mi (146.98/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
01430
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| Area code(s) | 978 |
| FIPS code | 25-62780 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0610144 |
South Ashburnham is a small community in Massachusetts, United States. It is part of the larger town of Ashburnham. A "census-designated place" (CDP) means it's an area that the government counts separately for population studies. In 2020, about 1,136 people lived here.
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Where is South Ashburnham?
South Ashburnham is located in Worcester County. You can find it at these coordinates: 42 degrees, 36 minutes, 50 seconds North and 71 degrees, 55 minutes, 53 seconds West.
Size of the Area
The community covers a total area of about 7.8 square kilometers (3.0 square miles). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water.
Who Lives in South Ashburnham?
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| 2020 | 1,136 | — | |
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In 2000, there were 1,013 people living in South Ashburnham. These people lived in 365 households, and 286 of those were families.
Community Makeup
Most people living in South Ashburnham are White. Some people also identify as African American or Asian. There are also people from other backgrounds. About 2.76% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many families in South Ashburnham have children under 18 living with them. Most households are made up of married couples. The average household had about 2.78 people.
Age Groups
The people in South Ashburnham come from all age groups. In 2000:
- About 26.8% of the people were under 18 years old.
- About 32.0% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 9.4% were 65 years old or older.
The average age of people in the community was 38 years old.
What is the Climate Like?
South Ashburnham has a climate with distinct seasons.
Temperatures and Snow
Temperatures in South Ashburnham often drop below 50 degrees Fahrenheit for about 195 days each year. Snow usually covers the ground for about 68 days a year. This means snow is present for about 18.6% of the year.
Rainfall and Humidity
The area typically receives about 44.8 inches of rain each year. This is considered a high amount of rainfall for the United States. The air is usually not very humid. The humidity stays below 60% for about 25.4 days each year.
See also
In Spanish: South Ashburnham para niños
