Information on Sterling, Worcester County
The Town of Sterling is located in the state of Massachusetts, in Worcester County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Sterling Town HALL, Worcester County
| Sterling Town Hall's address | Sterling Sterling Municipal Building 1 Park St.. Rm 113 Sterling MA 01564 United States | |
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| Phone number of Sterling Town Hall | +1 978-422-8111 | |
| Sterling, MA email | Not available | |
| Sterling official website | Not available | |
| Mayor of Sterling | ||
| Worcester County, Massachusetts: Vital Records | Sterling vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your Massachusetts birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Sterling
What county is Sterling MA in?Sterling, MA is located in Worcester County |
Where is Sterling, Massachusetts ?Sterling is located in Worcester County, within the state of Massachusetts, USA. Situated in central Massachusetts, Sterling lies approximately 10 miles northeast of Worcester and 50 miles west of Boston. It is bordered by towns such as West Boylston, Clinton, and Leominster, contributing to its strategic central position in the state. |
What is the cost of living in Sterling MA ?The cost of living in Sterling, Massachusetts (Worcester County) is relatively moderate. Housing costs average around $350,000 for homes. Transportation expenses are about 10% higher than the national average, while grocery prices are similar to those in the broader Massachusetts state. Overall, it offers a balanced lifestyle for residents. |
Sterling administrative division
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Commonwealth | Massachusetts |
| County | Worcester - other counties in Massachusetts |
Sterling building department, MA
If you're planning a construction or renovation project in Sterling, MA, obtaining the necessary permits is an essential step in ensuring your project complies with local regulations. To request a permit, you should contact the Building Department at the Sterling Town Hall. Reaching out to the office will provide you with detailed information on the associated costs and the expected processing times specific to your request. It is always advisable to communicate directly with the department to ensure you have the most current and relevant details for your situation.
| Office | Sterling Building Department |
|---|---|
| City | Sterling |
| State | MA |
| Address | 1 Park Street, Sterling, MA 01564 |
| Phone | 978-422-8111 |
| Website | https://www.sterling-ma.gov/building-department |
Demography of Sterling
| Name of Sterling inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 7 808 inhabitants | 203 / 3 435 | ||
| Population density in Sterling | 246,8 pop/sq mi (95,3 pop/km²) | |||
Sterling Town (MA) statistics
| Sterling MA Median household income | $91,000 |
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| Sterling MA Poverty rate | 4.5% |
| Sterling MA Unemployment rate | 3.1% |
| Sterling MA Educational attainment | 95.2% |
Air quality
| Sterling Air Quality Today | 17 (Good) |
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Events nearby
 | V.oL.T! - Modern [Live] Discotheque | 2025-06-06 at Electric Haze | |
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 | Wubz in the Woo | 2025-06-13 at Electric Haze | |
 | All In Underground Hip Hop Tour Pt 2 | 2025-06-14 at Electric Haze | |
 | Into the Floyd Live at Electric Haze | 2025-06-14 at Electric Haze | |
 | Playing Dead | 2025-06-20 at Electric Haze | |
 | Emo Night Worcester | 2025-06-21 at Electric Haze | |
 | Kristen Ford, Rachael Sage, Carissa Johnson, Sarah Donner | 2025-06-22 at Electric Haze |
List of Passport Facilities in Sterling, MA
This Town does not have a passport office, but we suggest the following facilities near Sterling, MA
| Name | Street | Phone number |
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| LEOMINSTER POST OFFICE | 68 MAIN ST | 9785378030 |
| CLINTON POST OFFICE | 320 HIGH STREET | 9783654903 |
| WEST BOYLSTON POST OFFICE | 67 WEST BOYLSTON ST | 5088352022 |
| LANCASTER POST OFFICE | 771 MAIN ST | 9783654923 |
| HOLDEN POST OFFICE | 1037 MAIN ST | 5088295751 |
| BERLIN POST OFFICE | 260 PLEASANT ST | 9788382847 |
| LUNENBURG POST OFFICE | 945 MASSACHUSETTS AVE | 9785820006 |
| RUTLAND POST OFFICE | 26 MAPLE AVE | 5088864278 |
| FITCHBURG POST OFFICE | 881 MAIN STREET | 9783426343 |
| NORTHBOROUGH POST OFFICE | 235 WEST MAIN STREET | 5083938285 |
| SHREWSBURY POST OFFICE | 43 MAPLE AVE | 5087935965 |
| HUDSON TOWN HALL-VETERANS SERVICES | 78 MAIN STREET | 9785689635 |
| WORCESTER MAIN POST OFFICE | 4 EAST CENTRAL STREET | 5087953712 |
| AYER POST OFFICE | 1 COLUMBIA ST | 9787726896 |
| MARLBOROUGH POST OFFICE | 20 FLORENCE ST | 5084851341 |
Top 3 most popular banks in Sterling
There are 1 bank branches in Sterling.
Clinton Savings Bank is the most popular bank in Sterling with 1 branch offices.
Find below all bank branches in Sterling:
| Bank's name | Number of branch offices | Service Type |
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| Clinton Savings Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
Sterling administrative numbers
| Sterling Town code | 2567385 |
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| Sterling Town postcode | 01564 |
Transportation modes in Sterling
| Airport | Worcester Regional Airport 13.5 miles Gardner Municipal Airport 14.1 miles Hanscom Field 24.9 miles |
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Sterling territory
| Sterling area | 31,64 sq mi (81,94 km²) |
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| Sterling altitude | 751 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 42.4479 Longitude: -71.776 Latitude: 42° 26' 52'' North Longitude: 71° 46' 34'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -5:00 (America/New_York) Summer time : UTC -4:00 Winter time : UTC -5:00 |
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| Namesake of Sterling |
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| Natural parks | Sterling isn't part of a natural park |
What is Sterling close to?
Leaflet | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
| Nearby cities include: Leominster, Clinton, Princeton and West Boylston | ||
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| Princeton | Leominster | Leominster |
| Princeton |  | Leominster |
| West Boylston | Clinton | Clinton |
| Leominster 5.1 miles | Clinton 5.2 miles | Princeton 5.2 miles |
| West Boylston 5.5 miles | Lancaster 5.7 miles | Boylston 7.1 miles |
| Holden 7.8 miles | Berlin 8.5 miles | Bolton 8.9 miles |
| Lunenburg 9.7 miles | Westminster 9.9 miles | Harvard 10.3 miles |
| Rutland 10.5 miles | Fitchburg 10.9 miles | Northborough 10.9 miles |
| Shirley 11.1 miles | Shrewsbury 11.7 miles | Hubbardston 11.9 miles |
| Hudson 12.4 miles | Worcester 12.4 miles | Paxton 12.6 miles |
Distance between Sterling and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 2567 miles | Houston : 1576 miles | Philadelphia : 243 miles closest |
| Phoenix : 2259 miles | San Antonio : 1736 miles | San Diego : 2541 miles |
| Dallas : 1516 miles | San Jose : 2642 miles | Jacksonville : 1001 miles |
| Indianapolis : 770 miles | San Francisco : 2691 miles | Austin : 1663 miles |
| Columbus : 607 miles | Fort Worth : 1545 miles | Charlotte : 699 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Schools in Sterling, MA
Elementary schools in Sterling
Houghton Elementary
District of WachusettLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 4
Students : 392
Middle schools in Sterling
Chocksett Middle School
District of WachusettLowest grade : 5, Highest grade : 8
Students : 377
Leisure and activities in Sterling surrounding area
| Golf course | |
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| Sterling Country Club | Grand View Country Club to Leominster 3.6 miles |
| Twin Springs Golf Course to Bolton 6.5 miles | International Golf Club - Oaks Course to Bolton 6.7 miles |
| Monoosnock Country Club to Leominster 7.2 miles | Mt. Pleasant Country Club to Boylston 7.6 miles |
| Berlin Country Club to Berlin 7.9 miles | Holden Hills Country Club to Holden 8.2 miles |
| Cyprian Keyes Golf Club to Boylston 8.2 miles | Worcester Country Club to Worcester 8.7 miles |