Acton, MA (01720) is a small town located in Middlesex County with a population of 22,680 as of 2019 and situated at an elevation of 463ft. With a population density of 1,150.60 people per square mile, it has a higher population density than the US average of 93.29 people per square mile. Acton is known for its historical farms and country roads, making it an ideal location for outdoor activities year-round such as hiking trails around the region maintained by the Department of Conservation and Recreation as well as biking trails along the Stow-Concord line path.
The town's economy is driven primarily by service sector businesses like Acton Coffee House + Kitchen which serves local coffee roasts and homemade baked goods on Main Street or Baker's Pharmacy right next door to the coffee shop. Additionally, The Country Store offers unique boutique items in a vintage setting while other popular shopping areas are located nearby such as Great Road Shopping Center where retail stores, restaurants, banks, and other services are available to meet local needs.
When it comes to leisure activities there are plenty more options for residents and visitors alike to enjoy including concerts from Acton Jazz Cafe hosting renowned jazz artists from all over the world or play some sports at Bluestem Fields Park which includes two multi-use fields that host lacrosse games among others. Other notable places include The Acton Arboretum run by The Trustees of Reservations or take part in cultural events sponsored by the Acton Council on Aging and Community Services at their Senior Center offering programs for citizens 55 years old and above while also organizing educational seminars related to health-care and financial literacy support.
The population in Acton (zip 01720) is 22,680. There are 1,151 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Acton (zip 01720) is 43.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Acton (zip 01720) is 2.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Acton (zip 01720)
- 63.1% are married
- 7.0% are divorced
- 52.9% are married with children
- 6.4% have children, but are single
Race in Acton (zip 01720)
- 69.7% are White
- 1.9% are Black
- 24.8% are Asian
- 0.1% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 1.8% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.4% Two or more races
- 0.2% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander