Fairhaven
Town in Bristol County, Massachusetts
Fairhaven is a town in Bristol County, Massachusetts, with 15,924 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 16 ft (5 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Mattapoisett, 3.6 miles NE.
- 15,924residents (2020 Census)
- 16 ftelevation · 5 m
- 12.4 sq miland area · 32.1 km²
- 1,286 / sq mipopulation density
- 02719main ZIP code (2 in total)
About Fairhaven
Fairhaven (Massachusett: Sconticut) is a town in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States. It is located on the South Coast of Massachusetts where the Acushnet River flows into Buzzards Bay, an arm of the Atlantic Ocean. The town shares a harbor with the city of New Bedford, a place well known for its whaling and fishing heritage; consequently, Fairhaven's history, economy, and culture are closely aligned with those of its larger neighbor. The population of Fairhaven was 15,924 at the time of the 2020 census.
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Living in Fairhaven
- Median household income
- $95,965
- Median home value
- $446,700
- Median rent
- $1,118/mo
- Median age
- 48.5
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Fairhaven had 15,924 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 15,924 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,286 per sq mi (497 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Fairhaven at a glance
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
|---|---|
| County | Bristol County |
| Type | Town |
| Population | 15,924 (2020) |
| Land area | 12.38 sq mi (32.1 km²) |
| Water area | 1.78 sq mi (4.60 km²) |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.6338° N, 70.8713° W |
| ZIP codes | 02719, 02744 |
| Official website | fairhaven-ma.gov |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2500522130 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Fairhaven
- Mattapoisett3.6 mi NE
- New Bedford3.9 mi NW
- Acushnet Center4.0 mi NW
- Bliss Corner4.2 mi SW
- Mattapoisett Center4.7 mi NE
- Acushnet6.0 mi N
- Dartmouth6.5 mi SW
- Smith Mills6.6 mi W
- Marion Center7.3 mi NE
- Marion8.0 mi NE
- Rochester8.9 mi N
- Weweantic10.4 mi NE
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Frequently asked questions about Fairhaven
What county is Fairhaven in?
Fairhaven is in Bristol County, Massachusetts.
What is the population of Fairhaven, MA?
15,924 people lived in Fairhaven at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Fairhaven, MA?
The main ZIP code is 02719. Other ZIP codes: 02744.
What is the elevation of Fairhaven?
16 feet (5 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Fairhaven?
Mattapoisett (3.6 mi), New Bedford (3.9 mi), Acushnet Center (4.0 mi), Bliss Corner (4.2 mi), Mattapoisett Center (4.7 mi).
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