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Gloucester is home to pristine beaches, exquisite restaurants, and vibrant culture.

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Welcome to Gloucester

White lighthouse with a red roof on a rocky Gloucester shoreline at sunset.
 
Gloucester is home to pristine beaches, exquisite restaurants, and vibrant culture.
 

Area Highlights

World Class Beaches
Arts & Culture
Eastern Point Yacht Club
 
 
Aerial view of Gloucester’s Stacy Boulevard waterfront, with a circular memorial platform and homes along the shore.

The Lifestyle

A Seaside City

Gloucester is home to world-class museums and beaches, beautiful art, whale watching excursions, schooner sails, lighthouses dating from as early as the 1780s and exquisite restaurants and so much more. Antique homes and cultural museums preserve and celebrate Gloucester’s history of maritime culture while the gorgeous coastlines provide a year-round destination for outdoor enthusiasts and adventures with trails, hiking, biking, and rowing. Gloucester also boasts charming boutiques and empowers independently owned shops, speciality stores and markets. Only a short train ride to Boston, Gloucester has a small town feel with a thriving downtown and wonderful leisure activities.  
 

You'll Fall in Love With

Good Harbor Beach

The city of Gloucester’s crown jewel! Good Harbor is a pristine, wide flat beach with soft, white sand perfect for leisurely days at the beach. At high tide enjoy swimming, body surfing, and boogie boards or venture to Salt Island at low tide. Spend afternoons playing volleyball as the sun sets turning the color a beautiful pink. Whether you are an avid swimmer, a bookworm, a body surfer, or one that likes to explore the beach, Good harbor is the place to be.
 
Gloucester shoreline with sandy beach, ocean waves, coastal homes, and rocks beside an inlet.
 

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Overview for Gloucester, MA

29,862 people live in Gloucester, where the median age is 51 and the average individual income is $53,072. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

29,862

Total Population

51 years

Median Age

High

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

$53,072

Average individual Income

Around Gloucester, MA

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

16
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
12
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score
32
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Patty's Pantry, Nichols Candies, and Christine's Variety.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.09 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining · $$ 0.48 miles 49 reviews 3.8/5 stars
Dining 0.5 miles 1 review 5/5 stars
Dining · $$ 0.54 miles 547 reviews 4/5 stars
Dining 0.68 miles 125 reviews 4.3/5 stars
Dining 0.71 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Gloucester, MA

Population Households Employment

Gloucester has 13,180 households, with an average household size of 2.24. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Gloucester do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 29,862 people call Gloucester home. The population density is 1,140 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

29,862

Total Population

High

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

51 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
13,180

Total Households

2.24

Average Household Size

$53,072

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 Gloucester, MA

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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Gloucester. 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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    Rockport is a haven for artists and in the center is booming with galleries, shops, and tourists. Cultural destination.

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    Hamilton and Wenham have a lush green landscape with gorgeous equestrian properties and a friendly tight-knit community.

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    An abundance of natural beauty: Cranes Beach, Ipswich Wildlife Refuge, and a quaint town center.

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