Massachusetts, state of the United States of America. As of 2020 state had an estimated population of 6,893,574 inhabitants. The state was created 237 years ago in 1788. Its capital city is Boston.
There are 46 city/town in Massachusetts, . The largest city of Massachusetts is South Boston with a population of 571,281. Other cities include, Springfield population 152,646, Somerville population 80,935, South Peabody population 50,293, Salem population 43,581
From the shores of Cape Cod to the banks of the Charles River, Massachusetts captivates with history, culture, and charm across its nearly 8,000 square miles. Home to 6.9 million residents, top destinations in Massachusetts include:
Boston – The epicenter of Massachusetts, Boston entices visitors with world-renowned museums, historical sites like the Freedom Trail, vibrant neighborhoods, and iconic sports teams.
Cape Cod – Just off the Massachusetts mainland, idyllic Cape Cod features pristine beaches, charming villages, seaside inns, and a vibrant arts scene in summer. Don't miss Provincetown and Hyannis Port.
Salem – Notorious for its 17th century witch trials, Salem embraces its witchy history in October. It also tempts visitors with museums, downtown shopping, dining, and waterfront pleasures year-round.
Berkshires – In western Massachusetts, the culturally-rich Berkshires astound with performing arts at Tanglewood, Mass MoCA contemporary art museum, hiking trails, and stunning fall foliage.
Plymouth – As the site of the Plymouth Rock landing of the Pilgrims, historic Plymouth recalls Massachusetts' early European settlements and Native American history while offering a coastal escape.
With the draw of history, culture, quaint towns, and gorgeous scenery, Massachusetts has diverse destinations sure to captivate any visitor.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Massachusetts.
City Name | Title | County | Population |
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South Boston | Town in Halifax County, Virginia, United States | Suffolk | 571,281 |
Springfield | The fourth most populous city in Massachusetts. | Hampden | 152,646 |
Somerville | A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. | Middlesex | 80,935 |
South Peabody | A census-designated place in Essex County, Massachusetts. | Essex | 50,293 |
Salem | The capital of Massachusetts. | Essex | 43,581 |
Shrewsbury | Town in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States | Worcester | 38,910 |
Stoughton | City in Wisconsin | Norfolk | 28,891 |
Saugus | Town in Massachusetts | Essex | 28,542 |
Stoneham | Town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts | Middlesex | 23,961 |
Sandwich | Human settlement in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States of America | Barnstable | 20,151 |
Sudbury | Town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. | Middlesex | 19,453 |
Scituate | Seacoast town in Plymouth County, Massachusetts | Plymouth | 19,047 |
Sharon | City in Massachusetts | Norfolk | 18,864 |
Somerset | Town in Massachusetts, United States | Bristol | 18,144 |
South Hadley | City in Massachusetts | Hampshire | 17,539 |
Swansea | Town in Bristol County in southeastern Massachusetts | Bristol | 17,000 |
Southbridge | City in Worcester County, Massachusetts, USA | Worcester | 16,788 |
Seekonk | Town in the United States | Bristol | 15,851 |
Swampscott | Town in Massachusetts | Essex | 15,462 |
Spencer | Town in Massachusetts | Worcester | 11,898 |
South Yarmouth | Census-designated place in Barnstable County, Massachusetts | Barnstable | 11,092 |
Southborough | Town in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States | Worcester | 10,200 |
Southwick | City in Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States of America | Hampden | 9,715 |
Salisbury | Town in Massachusetts | Essex | 9,591 |
Sutton | Town in Massachusetts | Worcester | 9,576 |
Sturbridge | City in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States of America | Worcester | 9,561 |
Sterling | Town in Massachusetts | Worcester | 8,166 |
Shirley | Town in Massachusetts, United States | Middlesex | 7,554 |
Stow | Human settlement in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States of America | Middlesex | 7,178 |
Southampton | Human settlement in Hampshire County, Massachusetts, United States of America | Hampshire | 6,162 |
South Amherst | Village in the United States | Hampshire | 4,994 |
Smith Mills | Census-designated place in Bristol County, Massachusetts | Bristol | 4,760 |
Sherborn | Town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts | Middlesex | 4,383 |
South Dennis | Census designated place | Barnstable | 3,643 |
Sunderland | Town in Massachusetts | Franklin | 3,634 |
Sagamore | Census-designated place in Barnstable County, Massachusetts | Barnstable | 3,623 |
South Duxbury | Census-designated place in Plymouth County, Massachusetts | Plymouth | 3,360 |
Sheffield | Town in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States | Berkshire | 3,112 |
South Lancaster | Census-designated place in Worcester County, Massachusetts | Worcester | 1,894 |
Stockbridge | Town in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States | Berkshire | 1,883 |
South Deerfield | Census-designated place in Franklin County, Massachusetts | Franklin | 1,880 |
Shelburne | Human settlement in Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States of America | Franklin | 1,840 |
Shutesbury | Town in Massachusetts | Franklin | 1,753 |
Shelburne Falls | Census-designated place in Franklin County, Massachusetts | Franklin | 1,731 |
Sandisfield | Town in Massachusetts, United States | Berkshire | 887 |
Savoy | City in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States of America | Berkshire | 676 |