Essex

Welcome to Essex

Where marsh meets farmland, Essex is a quiet, beautiful town known for its antiques, fried clams, and marsh views.

Area Highlights

Top Rated Schools

Paddle Boarding / Kayaking

Charming Downton

Marina

Aerial view of a coastal inlet dotted with boats, homes, and shoreline docks.

The Lifestyle

Serene Coastal Living

Essex is home to beautiful conservation lands, a plethora of outdoor activities, top rated schools and a charming downtown. Essex encourages small entrepreneurs with locally-owned businesses such as antique shops, farms, restaurants and creative stores. Imagine walking up in the morning to the birds chirping as you soak in the stunning views of the Essex River Estuary salt marsh. Enjoy life outdoors with direct access to the river way and an abundance of nature and tranquil wildlife. Picturesque downtown a number of delicious restaurants on the water, charming stores, a marina and so much more.

You'll Fall in Love With

The Salt Mash

Grab a small boat or your paddle board / kayak and explore the Great Marsh which includes 25,500 acres of barrier beach, dunes, salt marsh and water bodies from Cape Ann to Salisbury, Massachusetts. The Essex salt marsh creates intertidal habitats that provide food, refuge and habitat for fish, birds and fauna. The Great Marsh continues to be an integral part of Essex's coastal community and culture.

Waterfront view across marsh grass toward green fields, wooded hills, and a barn.

Things To Do

Beaches

Clubs

Overview for Essex, MA

3,605 people live in Essex, where the median age is 44.3 and the average individual income is $69,734. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,605

Total Population

44.3 years

Median Age

Low

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$69,734

Average individual Income

Around Essex, MA

There's plenty to do around Essex, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

41

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

38

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Essex Package Store, The James, and Marshview Farm General Store.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Essex Package Store page on Yelp Search Main on Google Maps	Dining	0.22 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the The James page on Yelp Search 55 Main St on Google Maps	Dining	0.23 miles	77 reviews	3.8/5 stars
Visit the Marshview Farm General Store page on Yelp Search 91 Main St on Google Maps	Dining	0.24 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Lobster Trap Pub page on Yelp Search 121 Main St on Google Maps	Dining · $$	0.43 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Marlin Market page on Yelp Search 63 Eastern Ave on Google Maps	Dining	0.57 miles	3 reviews	3.7/5 stars
Visit the Essex Wine & Spirits page on Yelp Search 65 Eastern Ave on Google Maps	Dining	0.58 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Hardy's Hatchery page on Yelp Search 63 Island Rd on Google Maps	Dining	1.52 miles	2 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Chebacco Liquor Mart page on Yelp Search 201 Western Ave on Google Maps	Dining	1.9 miles	1 review	2/5 stars
Visit the Caus page on Yelp Search 165 Main St on Google Maps	Shopping	0.5 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Smith & Fish page on Yelp	Active	0 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Agawam Boat Charters page on Yelp	Active	0.04 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Pike Marine page on Yelp Search 80 Main St on Google Maps	Active	0.2 miles	1 review	5/5 stars
Visit the Memorial Park page on Yelp Search 24 Martin St on Google Maps	Active	0.37 miles	1 review	5/5 stars
Visit the The Estuary Essex page on Yelp Search 74 Martin St on Google Maps	Active	0.56 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Essex County Greenbelt Assn page on Yelp Search 82 Eastern Ave on Google Maps	Active	0.65 miles	1 review	4/5 stars
Visit the Cape Ann Golf Course page on Yelp Search 99 John Wise Ave on Google Maps	Active	0.97 miles	16 reviews	3.6/5 stars
Visit the Flying High Stables page on Yelp Search 105 Southern Ave on Google Maps	Active	1.03 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Warren Weld Woodland page on Yelp Search 64 Apple St on Google Maps	Active	1.05 miles	1 review	3/5 stars
Visit the stavros reservation page on Yelp Search 20 Island Rd on Google Maps	Active	1.2 miles	1 review	4/5 stars
Visit the Bliss Yoga page on Yelp Search 242 John Wise Ave on Google Maps	Active	2.05 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Wish Electrolysis and Laser Center page on Yelp Search 65 Eastern Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.58 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Mazzarino Martha LPN Re page on Yelp Search 65 Eastern Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.58 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Highwave Hair Design page on Yelp Search 65 Eastern Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.59 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Untangled Hair Salon page on Yelp Search 113 Eastern Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.93 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Essex, MA

Population Households Employment

Essex has 1,317 households, with an average household size of 2.74. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Essex do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 3,605 people call Essex home. The population density is 259 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,605

Total Population

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

44.3 years

Median Age

49 / 51%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

1,317

Total Households

2.74

Average Household Size

$69,734

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Essex, MA

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Primary Schools ()

Middle Schools ()

High Schools ()

Mixed Schools ()

The following schools are within or nearby Essex. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Name

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