Millbury Massachusetts Map

About Millbury, Massachusetts

Millbury is a locality in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 13,400. The population density is 680.0 people per km². Millbury is located at 42.1940°N, 71.7601°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 1527.

Millbury rests in a landscape shaped by glacial retreat, where rolling hills, softened by centuries of cultivation, give way to the meandering Black Stone River. It lies 5.2 miles south-south-east of Worcester, MA (from Worcester, MA: bearing 155°T), and is situated 7.4 miles south-south-west of Shrewsbury. The air here, especially in the late afternoon, carries a cool, earthy scent, a reminder of the fertile soil and the dense woodlands that still claim pockets of the terrain. Old stone walls, often crumbling and softened with moss, trace forgotten boundaries across fields that now accommodate both modern homes and the remnants of past endeavors. The character of Millbury is one of quiet resilience, a place where the echoes of earlier settlements are still audible in the rustling leaves and the gentle flow of water. The history of Millbury is deeply entwined with the power of its waterways, which once drove the machinery of its burgeoning industries. From its early days as a hub for textile mills and iron foundries, the town has seen its economic landscape shift, transitioning from manufacturing might to a more diversified, service-oriented economy, though the legacy of its industrial past remains visible in the architecture and the very contours of the land. The Black Stone River, once a vital artery of commerce, now offers opportunities for recreation, its banks a popular spot for those seeking a connection with the natural world. Millbury’s enduring spirit is reflected in the steadfastness of its residents, a continuity that bridges the generations who have called this place home.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of Millbury, Massachusetts with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Millbury and Worcester County.

Detailed location data for Millbury includes the ZIP code (01527), telephone area code (339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978), county seat of Worcester County (Worcester), and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Millbury is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.