Information on Colrain, Franklin County
The Town of Colrain is located in the state of Massachusetts, in Franklin County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Colrain Town HALL, Franklin County
| Colrain Town Hall's address | Colrain Colrain Municipal Building 55 Main Rd.. P.O. Box 31 Colrain MA 01340 United States | |
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| Phone number of Colrain Town Hall | +1 413-624-3454 | |
| Colrain, MA email | Not available | |
| Colrain official website | Not available | |
| Mayor of Colrain | ||
| Franklin County, Massachusetts: Vital Records | Colrain vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your Massachusetts birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Colrain
What county is Colrain MA in?Colrain, MA is located in Franklin County |
Where is Colrain, Massachusetts ?Colrain is in Franklin County, situated in the northwestern part of Massachusetts, USA. It lies near the Vermont border and is part of the Pioneer Valley region. Located east of Greenfield and northwest of Shelburne Falls, Colrain is surrounded by natural landscapes and rolling hills in a predominantly rural area. |
What is the cost of living in Colrain MA ? |
Colrain administrative division
| Country | United States |
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| Commonwealth | Massachusetts |
| County | Franklin - other counties in Massachusetts |
Colrain building department, MA
If you're planning construction or renovation projects in Colrain, MA, and need the proper authorization, you'll want to start by visiting the town's building department, located at the Colrain Town Office. This is where requests are processed to ensure your project meets local building codes and regulations. It’s advisable to reach out directly to their office for detailed information on the associated costs and expected processing times, as these can vary depending on the specifics of your project.
| If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Colrain's town hall or Franklin County authorities directly. |
Demography of Colrain
| Name of Colrain inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 1 671 inhabitants | 301 / 6 759 | ||
| Population density in Colrain | 38,4 pop/sq mi (14,8 pop/km²) | |||
Events nearby
| Green River Festival | 2025-06-20 at Franklin County Fairgrounds - MA | Greenfield |
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| Green River Festival | 2025-06-21 at Franklin County Fairgrounds - MA | Greenfield |
| Green River Festival | 2025-06-22 at Franklin County Fairgrounds - MA | Greenfield |
| Gary Clark Jr. | 2025-06-30 at Tree House Brewing Company - Deerfield | South Deerfield |
| Lake Street Dive | 2025-09-06 at MASS MoCA | North Adams |
| Iron and Wine | 2025-07-21 at Pines Theater at Look Park | Florence |
| The Swell Season | 2025-07-25 at Pines Theater at Look Park | Florence |
List of Passport Facilities in Colrain, MA
This Town does not have a passport office, but we suggest the following facilities near Colrain, MA
| Name | Street | Phone number |
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| GREENFIELD POST OFFICE | 442 MAIN STREET | 4137733654 |
| BRATTLEBORO POST OFFICE | 204 MAIN STREET | 8022544110 |
| WILLIAMSBURG POST OFFICE | 1 WILLIAMS STREET | 4132687274 |
| NORTH ADAMS POST OFFICE | 67 SUMMER STREET | 4136644554 |
| HADLEY POST OFFICE | 186 RUSSELL ST. | 4135860961 |
| AMHERST TOWN CLERK | 4 BOLTWOOD AVENUE | 4132593035 |
| AMHERST POST OFFICE | 145 UNIVERSITY DRIVE | 4135490523 |
| HAMPSHIRE SUPERIOR COURT | 15 GOTHIC STREET | 4135845810 |
| KEENE POST OFFICE | 196 MAIN ST | 6033521751 |
| BENNINGTON SUPERIOR COURT | 207 SOUTH ST | 8024472700 |
| EASTHAMPTON POST OFFICE | 191 NORTHAMPTON ST | 4135270060 |
| SOUTH HADLEY POST OFFICE | 1 HADLEY ROAD | 4135388686 |
| SHAFTSBURY POST OFFICE | 56 CHURCH STREET | 8024422142 |
| PITTSFIELD POST OFFICE | 212 FENN STREET | 4134426961 |
| BELCHERTOWN POST OFFICE | 35 MAIN STREET | 4133236619 |
Colrain administrative numbers
| Colrain Town code | 2514885 |
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| Colrain Town postcode | 01340 |
Transportation modes in Colrain
| Airport | 23.4 miles Dillant–Hopkins Airport 26.4 miles Pittsfield Municipal Airport 35 miles |
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Colrain territory
| Colrain area | 43,47 sq mi (112,59 km²) |
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| Colrain altitude | 1 280 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 42.6947 Longitude: -72.7111 Latitude: 42° 41' 41'' North Longitude: 72° 42' 40'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -5:00 (America/New_York) Summer time : UTC -4:00 Winter time : UTC -5:00 |
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| Cities twinned with Colrain | Currently, the town Colrain isn’t twinned |
| Natural parks | Colrain isn't part of a natural park |
What is Colrain close to?
| Nearby cities include: Leyden, Shelburne, Heath and Halifax | ||
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| Halifax | Leyden | Leyden |
| Heath |  | Leyden |
| Heath | Shelburne | Shelburne |
| Leyden 4.3 miles | Shelburne 5.5 miles | Heath 5.7 miles |
| Halifax 6.5 miles | Guilford 7.2 miles | Bernardston 7.7 miles |
| Greenfield 8 miles | Buckland 8.1 miles | Charlemont 8.5 miles |
| Jacksonville 8.7 miles | Whitingham 10 miles | Rowe 10.1 miles |
| Vernon 10.7 miles | Gill 11.4 miles | Brattleboro 12.2 miles |
| Hawley 12.7 miles | Conway 12.9 miles | Marlboro 12.9 miles |
| Ashfield 13 miles | Northfield 13.1 miles | Hinsdale 13.1 miles |
Distance between Colrain and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 2519 miles | Houston : 1541 miles | Philadelphia : 224 miles closest |
| Phoenix : 2212 miles | San Antonio : 1699 miles | San Diego : 2493 miles |
| Dallas : 1476 miles | San Jose : 2593 miles | Jacksonville : 988 miles |
| Indianapolis : 727 miles | San Francisco : 2641 miles | Austin : 1626 miles |
| Columbus : 565 miles | Fort Worth : 1505 miles | Charlotte : 677 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Schools in Colrain, MA
Elementary schools in Colrain
Colrain Central
District of Mohawk TrailLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6
Students : 112
Leisure and activities in Colrain surrounding area
| Golf course | |
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| The Country Club of Greenfield to Greenfield 7.8 miles | Crumpin-Fox Club to Bernardston 9.1 miles |
| The Meadows Golf Course to Greenfield 9.8 miles | Ashfield Community Golf Course to Ashfield 12.6 miles |
| Edge Hill Golf Course to Ashfield 12.9 miles | Northfield Golf Club to Northfield 13.3 miles |
| Northfield Golf Club to Northfield 13.3 miles | Brattleboro Country Club to Brattleboro 14 miles |
| Haystack Golf Club to Wilmington 16.7 miles | Sitzmark Lodge to Wilmington 17 miles |
Other information on the Town of Colrain
| Nuclear power plant | Vermont Yankee Nuclear Power Plant 19 mile |
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