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Information on Gloucester, Essex County

Welcome to our dedicated page for Gloucester, located in the state of Massachusetts, Essex County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Gloucester, Essex County.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.

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Gloucester town HALL, Essex County

Gloucester town Hall's address	Gloucester Gloucester Municipal Building 9 Dale Ave. GLOUCESTER MA 01930 United States
Phone number of Gloucester town Hall	+1 978-281-9720
Gloucester, MA email	Not available
Gloucester official website	gloucester-ma.gov
Mayor of Gloucester	Gregory P. Verga
Essex County, Massachusetts: Vital Records	Gloucester vital records
Birth Certificate	Order your Massachusetts birth certificate online

Common questions about Gloucester

What county is Gloucester MA in?

Gloucester, MA is located in Essex County

Where is Gloucester, Massachusetts ?

Gloucester lies in Essex County, situated in the northeastern part of the United States within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It is located on Cape Ann, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. Gloucester is about 30 miles northeast of Boston and is neighboring the city of Rockport.

What is the cost of living in Gloucester MA ?

The cost of living in Gloucester, Massachusetts (Essex County) is relatively high, with housing averaging around $450,000 for homes. Transportation costs are about 15% above the national average, while groceries are approximately 10% higher. Overall, residents should anticipate spending more compared to many other U.S. locations.

Gloucester administrative division

Country	United States
Commonwealth	Massachusetts
County	Essex - other counties in Massachusetts

Gloucester building department, MA

If you're planning a construction project in Gloucester, MA, obtaining the necessary permits is an essential step. To start the process, you'll need to contact the Building Department located at City Hall. They can provide detailed information on the required documentation, associated fees, and estimated processing times specific to projects within this charming coastal city. It's advisable to reach out to their office directly to ensure you have the most current and accurate information for a smooth permitting experience.

Office	Gloucester Building Department
City	Gloucester
State	Massachusetts
Address	3 Pond Road, Gloucester, MA 01930
Phone	978-325-5210
Website	https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/215/Building-Department

Demography of Gloucester

Name of Gloucester inhabitants (demonym)	Not available
Date	Current value	Classed by Region/Country
Population	29 729 inhabitants (2020)	62 / 1 414
Population density in Gloucester	Not available

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List of Passport Facilities in Gloucester, MA

Where to apply for a passport in Gloucester, MA? There are 1 passport offices in Gloucester, try one of these:

Name	Street	Phone number
GLOUCESTER POST OFFICE	15 DALE AVE	9782835188

Top 3 most popular banks in Gloucester

There are 9 bank branches in Gloucester.
Cape Ann Savings Bank is the most popular bank in Gloucester with 2 branch offices, followed by Citizens Bank, National Association with 2 branch offices and then BankGloucester with 1 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Gloucester:

Bank's name	Number of branch offices	Service Type
Cape Ann Savings Bank	2	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Citizens Bank, National Association	2	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
BankGloucester	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
First Ipswich Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Institution for Savings in Newburyport and Its Vicinity	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Santander Bank, N.A.	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
TD Bank, National Association	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office

Gloucester administrative numbers

Gloucester town code	2526150
Gloucester town phone area code	351
Gloucester town postcode	01930

Toponymy and translation of Gloucester

Persian: گلوکستر	Japanese: グロスター	Kazakh: Глоусэстэр
Korean: 글로스터	Russian: Глостер	Serbian: Глостер
Chinese: 格洛斯特

Transportation modes in Gloucester

Airport	Beverly Municipal Airport 13.1 miles Lawrence Municipal Airport 24.5 miles Gen. Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport 24.7 miles

Gloucester territory

Gloucester area	Not available
Gloucester altitude	49 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinates	Latitude: 42.6158 Longitude: -70.6625 Latitude: 42° 36' 57'' North Longitude: 70° 39' 45'' West
Time zone	UTC -5:00 (America/New_York) Summer time : UTC -4:00 Winter time : UTC -5:00
Local time
Namesake of Gloucester	Gloucester, England, Royaume-Uni Gloucester, Virginia, États-Unis
Natural parks	Gloucester isn't part of a natural park

What is Gloucester close to?

Nearby cities include: Rockport, Essex, Manchester-by-the-Sea and Hamilton

Essex	Rockport	Rockport
Essex		Rockport
Manchester-by-the-Sea	Manchester-by-the-Sea

Rockport 4.6 miles	Essex 4.6 miles	Manchester-by-the-Sea 6 miles
Hamilton 8.7 miles	Ipswich 8.9 miles	Beverly 9.4 miles
Wenham 10.3 miles	Rowley 12.1 miles	Marblehead 12.1 miles
Topsfield 13.1 miles	Newbury 13.6 miles	Salem 13.9 miles
Danvers 14 miles	Swampscott 15.3 miles	Peabody 15.9 miles
Georgetown 16.2 miles	Middleton 16.4 miles	Newburyport 16.4 miles
Salisbury 16.8 miles	Boxford 17.3 miles	Lynn 17.7 miles

Distance between Gloucester and other main cities and towns

New York City : 217 miles closest	Los Angeles : 2614 miles	Chicago : 869 miles
Houston : 1632 miles	Phoenix : 2319 miles	Philadelphia : 298 miles
San Antonio : 1793 miles	San Diego : 2602 miles	Dallas : 1576 miles
San Jose : 2699 miles	Fort Worth : 1603 miles	Austin : 1721 miles
Jacksonville : 1045 miles	Columbus : 647 miles	Indianapolis : 829 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Elementary schools in Gloucester

Beeman Memorial

District of Gloucester
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 355

East Gloucester Elementary

District of Gloucester
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 235

Gloucester PreSchool

District of Gloucester
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : PK
Students : 96

Plum Cove School

District of Gloucester
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 213

Veterans Memorial

District of Gloucester
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 220

West Parish

District of Gloucester
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 356

Middle schools in Gloucester

Ralph B O'Maley Middle

District of Gloucester
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 637

High schools in Gloucester

Gloucester High

District of Gloucester
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 818

Private schools in Gloucester

Faith Christian School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 34