Manchester-by-the-Sea
Town in Essex County, Massachusetts
Manchester-by-the-Sea is a town in Essex County, Massachusetts, with 5,395 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 30 ft (9 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Beverly, 3.6 miles W.
- 5,395residents (2020 Census)
- 30 ftelevation · 9 m
- 9.2 sq miland area · 23.9 km²
- 585 / sq mipopulation density
- 01944main ZIP code (2 in total)
About Manchester-by-the-Sea
Manchester-by-the-Sea (also known simply as Manchester, its name prior to 1990) is a coastal town on Cape Ann, in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States. The town is known for scenic beaches and vista points. According to the 2020 population census, the population is 5,395.
The town lies on the southern side of Cape Ann, at the point where the peninsula meets the mainland. The North Shore was populated by the Agawam people prior to European settlement, which began in 1629, about a decade after an epidemic killed much of the native people. Fishing was the major industry in the town almost from its incorporation in 1645, but in the mid-19th century it began to grow as a popular seaside resort community. The town has appeared, either by name or as a filming location, in a number of films and TV shows, notably the eponymous 2016 film Manchester by the Sea.
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Living in Manchester-by-the-Sea
- Median household income
- $206,389
- Median home value
- $942,000
- Median rent
- $1,811/mo
- Median age
- 48.9
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Manchester-by-the-Sea had 5,395 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 5,395 |
|---|---|
| Density | 585 per sq mi (226 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Manchester-by-the-Sea at a glance
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
|---|---|
| County | Essex County |
| Type | Town |
| Population | 5,395 (2020) |
| Land area | 9.23 sq mi (23.9 km²) |
| Water area | 9.03 sq mi (23.40 km²) |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.5577° N, 70.7748° W |
| ZIP codes | 01944, 01965 |
| Official website | manchester.ma.us |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2500937995 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Manchester-by-the-Sea
- Beverly3.6 mi W
- Essex5.7 mi N
- Wenham6.3 mi NW
- Hamilton6.3 mi NW
- Marblehead6.4 mi SW
- Gloucester6.7 mi NE
- Salem7.5 mi SW
- Swampscott8.6 mi SW
- Danvers9.0 mi W
- Peabody10.0 mi W
- Ipswich10.0 mi N
- Topsfield10.3 mi NW
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Manchester-by-the-Sea
What county is Manchester-by-the-Sea in?
Manchester-by-the-Sea is in Essex County, Massachusetts.
What is the population of Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA?
5,395 people lived in Manchester-by-the-Sea at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA?
The main ZIP code is 01944. Other ZIP codes: 01965.
What is the elevation of Manchester-by-the-Sea?
30 feet (9 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Manchester-by-the-Sea?
Beverly (3.6 mi), Essex (5.7 mi), Wenham (6.3 mi), Hamilton (6.3 mi), Marblehead (6.4 mi).
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