Townsend, MA

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Townsend Overview

1,131
TOTAL POPULATION
550
MALE POPULATION
581
FEMALE POPULATION
94.66
MALES / 100 FEMALES
105.64
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$43,406
PER CAPITA INCOME
$137,813
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$61,546
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
47.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
52.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.55
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
553
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Townsend Zip Codes

Townsend Area Codes

Race in Townsend

The most populous races in Townsend are White / Caucasian (925 | 81.8%), Two or more Races (86 | 7.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (85 | 7.5%).
Race in Townsend
Race# Population% Population
Asian413.6%
Black / African American786.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino857.5%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian92581.8%
Two or more Races867.6%
Some other Race10.1%
Total1,131100.0%

Ancestry in Townsend

The most populous ancestries reported in Townsend are American (164 | 14.5%), German (121 | 10.7%), Italian (97 | 8.6%), French Canadian (93 | 8.2%), and Irish (86 | 7.6%), together accounting for 49.6% of all Townsend residents.
Ancestry in Townsend
Ancestry# Population% Population
American16414.5%
Arab90.8%
Austrian252.2%
Burmese494.3%
Eastern European191.7%
Ecuadorian242.1%
English675.9%
European80.7%
Filipino413.6%
Finnish141.2%
French665.8%
French Canadian938.2%
German12110.7%
Irish867.6%
Italian978.6%
Jamaican181.6%
Norwegian100.9%
Polish161.4%
Portuguese111.0%
Puerto Rican615.4%
Scottish756.6%
South American242.1%
Swedish302.6%
Syrian90.8%
Ukrainian121.1%
Welsh80.7%
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Immigrants in Townsend

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Townsend came from Caribbean (38 | 3.4%), Jamaica (38 | 3.4%), Latin America (38 | 3.4%), Asia (16 | 1.4%), and China (16 | 1.4%), together accounting for 12.9% of all Townsend residents.
Immigrants in Townsend
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia161.4%
Australia60.5%
Caribbean383.4%
China161.4%
Eastern Asia161.4%
Jamaica383.4%
Latin America383.4%
Oceania60.5%
Taiwan161.4%
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Sex and Age in Townsend

Sex and Age in Townsend

The most populous age groups in Townsend are 50 to 54 Years (99 | 18.0%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (75 | 12.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Townsend
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years31 (5.6%)24 (4.1%)
5 to 9 Years77 (14.0%)74 (12.7%)
10 to 14 Years30 (5.4%)42 (7.2%)
15 to 19 Years18 (3.3%)37 (6.4%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)16 (2.8%)
25 to 29 Years34 (6.2%)33 (5.7%)
30 to 34 Years20 (3.6%)37 (6.4%)
35 to 39 Years65 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Years17 (3.1%)41 (7.1%)
45 to 49 Years9 (1.6%)75 (12.9%)
50 to 54 Years99 (18.0%)35 (6.0%)
55 to 59 Years75 (13.6%)43 (7.4%)
60 to 64 Years20 (3.6%)10 (1.7%)
65 to 69 Years14 (2.5%)32 (5.5%)
70 to 74 Years8 (1.5%)25 (4.3%)
75 to 79 Years8 (1.5%)21 (3.6%)
80 to 84 Years14 (2.5%)13 (2.2%)
85 Years and over11 (2.0%)23 (4.0%)
Total550 (100.0%)581 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Townsend

Median Family Size in Townsend

The median family size in Townsend is 3.31 persons per family, with married-couple families (186 | 71.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.62 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (62 | 23.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.52 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Townsend
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple186 (71.0%)3.62
Single Male/Father14 (5.3%)2.64
Single Female/Mother62 (23.7%)2.52
Total Families262 (100.0%)3.31

Median Household Size in Townsend

The median household size in Townsend is 2.31 persons per household, with married-couple households (186 | 38.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.62 persons per household. non-family households (225 | 46.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Townsend
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple186 (38.2%)3.62
Single Male/Father14 (2.9%)3.29
Single Female/Mother62 (12.7%)2.52
Non-family225 (46.2%)1.11
Total Households487 (100.0%)2.31

Household Size by Marriage Status in Townsend

Out of a total of 487 households in Townsend, 262 (53.8%) are family households, while 225 (46.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 128, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 200.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Townsend
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-200 (41.1%)
2-Person Households128 (26.3%)25 (5.1%)
3-Person Households21 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households57 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households39 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households17 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total262 (53.8%)225 (46.2%)

Female Fertility in Townsend

Fertility by Age in Townsend

Female Fertility by Age in Townsend
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Townsend

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Townsend
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Townsend

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Townsend
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Townsend

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Townsend
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Townsend

Income Overview in Townsend

Per Capita Income in Townsend is $43,406, while median incomes of families and households are $137,813 and $61,546 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,131$43,406
Median Family Income262$137,813
Mean Family Income262$162,060
Median Household Income487$61,546
Mean Household Income487$98,465
Income Deficit262$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,13147.27%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,13152.73¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,1310.55

Earnings by Sex in Townsend

Average Earnings in Townsend are $60,462, $80,724 for men and $42,568 for women, a difference of 47.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Townsend
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male287 (50.3%)$80,724
Female284 (49.7%)$42,568
Total571 (100.0%)$60,462

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Townsend

The most common earnings brackets in Townsend are $100,000+ for men (124 | 43.2%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (52 | 18.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Townsend
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less18 (6.3%)13 (4.6%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)34 (12.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4996 (2.1%)13 (4.6%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49923 (8.0%)18 (6.3%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)6 (2.1%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)28 (9.9%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9991 (0.4%)7 (2.5%)
$25,000 to $29,99914 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9991 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)7 (2.5%)
$40,000 to $44,9999 (3.1%)52 (18.3%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99917 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99939 (13.6%)34 (12.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99910 (3.5%)8 (2.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99925 (8.7%)27 (9.5%)
$100,000+124 (43.2%)37 (13.0%)
Total287 (100.0%)284 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Townsend

Average earnings in Townsend are $81,382 for men and $44,155 for women, a difference of 45.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $250,001, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $82,031. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $115,417, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $41,806.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Townsend
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$82,031$115,417
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree$250,001$76,484
Total$81,382$44,155

Family Income in Townsend

Family Income Brackets in Townsend

According to the Townsend family income data, there are 106 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 40.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Townsend
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,999166.1%
$50,000 to $74,9996625.2%
$75,000 to $99,999238.8%
$100,000 to $149,9994015.3%
$150,000 to $199,999114.2%
$200,000+10640.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Townsend

4-person families (49 | 18.7%) account for the highest median family income in Townsend with $203,973 per family, while 4-person families (49 | 18.7%) have the highest median income of $50,993 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Townsend
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families128 (48.8%)$90,000
3-Person Families29 (11.1%)$127,708
4-Person Families49 (18.7%)$203,973
5-Person Families39 (14.9%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families17 (6.5%)$0
Total262 (100.0%)$137,813

Family Income by Number of Earners in Townsend

The median family income in Townsend is $137,813, with families comprising 3+ earners (30) having the highest median family income of $234,545, while families with 1 earner (56) have the lowest median family income of $60,833, accounting for 11.5% and 21.4% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Townsend
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners28 (10.7%)$74,444
1 Earner56 (21.4%)$60,833
2 Earners148 (56.5%)$203,214
3+ Earners30 (11.5%)$234,545
Total262 (100.0%)$137,813

Household Income in Townsend

Household Income Brackets in Townsend

With 106 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Townsend, accounting for 21.8% of all households. In contrast, only 15 households (3.1%) fall into the $25,000 to $34,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Townsend
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0009519.5%
$10,000 to $14,999234.7%
$15,000 to $24,9995010.3%
$25,000 to $34,999153.1%
$35,000 to $49,999163.3%
$50,000 to $74,9998317.0%
$75,000 to $99,999489.9%
$100,000 to $149,999326.6%
$150,000 to $199,999193.9%
$200,000+10621.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Townsend

The median household income in Townsend is $61,546, with the highest median household income of $136,125 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 119 households (24.4%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Townsend
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years119 (24.4%)$136,125
45 to 64 Years236 (48.5%)$73,125
65+ Years132 (27.1%)$18,667
Total487 (100.0%)$61,546

Poverty in Townsend

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Townsend

With 18.4% poverty level for males and 4.6% for females among the residents of Townsend, 75 year old and over males and 65 to 74 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 14 males (42.4%) and 14 females (24.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Townsend
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years1 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years1 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years17 (20.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years37 (34.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years23 (24.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years8 (36.4%)14 (24.6%)
75 Years and over14 (42.4%)13 (22.8%)
Total101 (18.4%)27 (4.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Townsend

According to the poverty statistics in Townsend, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Townsend
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years31 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years77 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years30 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years7 (100.0%)6 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years10 (90.9%)47 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years53 (98.2%)70 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years65 (79.3%)41 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years71 (65.7%)110 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years72 (75.8%)53 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years14 (63.6%)43 (75.4%)
75 Years and over19 (57.6%)44 (77.2%)
Total449 (81.6%)554 (95.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Townsend

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Townsend
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total186 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Townsend

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Townsend
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Townsend

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Townsend
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Townsend

Employment by Class of Employer in Townsend

Among the 465 employed individuals in Townsend, private company employees (302 | 64.9%), not-for-profit organizations (67 | 14.4%), and local government employees (36 | 7.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Townsend
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees30264.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)173.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)163.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations6714.4%
Local Government Employees367.7%
State Government Employees214.5%
Federal Government Employees61.3%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total465100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Townsend

According to the labor force statistics for Townsend, out of the total population over 16 years of age (853), 64.8% or 553 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 18 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 16 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 19.5% or 17 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Townsend
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years42 (76.4%)1 (2.4%)
20 to 24 Years16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years66 (98.5%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years51 (89.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years87 (70.7%)17 (19.5%)
45 to 54 Years181 (83.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years97 (82.2%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years13 (43.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total553 (64.8%)18 (3.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Townsend

According to labor force statistics for Townsend, 80.8% of individuals (495) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (613) are in the labor force, with 3.4% or 17 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 89.3% or 142 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 12.0% or 17 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Townsend
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School29 (43.9%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma142 (89.3%)19 (12.0%)
College / Associate Degree109 (75.2%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher215 (88.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total495 (80.8%)21 (3.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Townsend

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Townsend are Management (96 | 17.9%), Business & Financial (43 | 8.0%), Community & Social Service (40 | 7.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (30 | 5.6%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (24 | 4.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Townsend

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Townsend, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Management (60.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Townsend
OccupationMaleFemale
Management58 (60.4%)38 (39.6%)
Business & Financial19 (44.2%)24 (55.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science13 (43.3%)17 (56.7%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 10 (25.0%)30 (75.0%)
Education, Arts & Media2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment8 (53.3%)7 (46.7%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Total (Category)100 (42.9%)133 (57.1%)
Total (Overall)279 (52.1%)256 (47.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Townsend are Healthcare Support (30 | 5.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (15 | 2.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (10 | 1.9%), Security & Protection (6 | 1.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (6 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Townsend

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Townsend
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)10 (16.4%)51 (83.6%)
Total (Overall)279 (52.1%)256 (47.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Townsend are Office & Administration (79 | 14.8%), and Sales & Related (42 | 7.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Townsend

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Townsend
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration14 (17.7%)65 (82.3%)
Total (Category)56 (46.3%)65 (53.7%)
Total (Overall)279 (52.1%)256 (47.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Townsend are Construction & Extraction (64 | 12.0%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (15 | 2.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Townsend

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Townsend
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)279 (52.1%)256 (47.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Townsend are Production (40 | 7.5%), and Material Moving (1 | 0.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Townsend

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Townsend
OccupationMaleFemale
Production33 (82.5%)7 (17.5%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)34 (82.9%)7 (17.1%)
Total (Overall)279 (52.1%)256 (47.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Townsend

Employment Industries in Townsend

The major employment industries in Townsend include Retail Trade (85 | 15.9%), Construction (73 | 13.6%), Manufacturing (70 | 13.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (57 | 10.6%), and Professional & Scientific (39 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries in Townsend

Employment Industries by Sex in Townsend

The Townsend industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Educational Services (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Townsend
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing63 (90.0%)7 (10.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade60 (70.6%)25 (29.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific32 (82.1%)7 (17.9%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support18 (52.9%)16 (47.1%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance17 (29.8%)40 (70.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Total279 (52.1%)256 (47.8%)

Education in Townsend

School Enrollment in Townsend

The most common levels of schooling among the 338 students in Townsend are elementary school (107 | 31.7%), middle school (65 | 19.2%), and high school (62 | 18.3%).
School Enrollment in Townsend
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool103.0%
Kindergarten4413.0%
Elementary School10731.7%
Middle School6519.2%
High School6218.3%
College / Undergraduate5014.8%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total338100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Townsend

Out of a total of 338 students who are enrolled in schools in Townsend, 122 (36.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 216 (63.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 7 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 10 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Townsend
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old78 (51.7%)73 (48.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds66 (91.7%)6 (8.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds41 (97.6%)1 (2.4%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
35 Years and over8 (22.2%)28 (77.8%)
Total216 (63.9%)122 (36.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Townsend

Business (48 | 16.8%), arts & humanities (46 | 16.1%), education (45 | 15.7%), literature & languages (31 | 10.8%), and visual & performing arts (30 | 10.5%) are the most common fields of study among 286 individuals in Townsend who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Townsend
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics82.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural165.6%
Physical & Health Sciences62.1%
Psychology103.5%
Social Sciences72.5%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology238.0%
Business4816.8%
Education4515.7%
Literature & Languages3110.8%
Liberal Arts & History165.6%
Visual & Performing Arts3010.5%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities4616.1%
Total286100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Townsend

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Townsend

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Townsend are males with 2 vehicles (124, accounting for 53.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (88, making up 53.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Townsend
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle8 (3.5%)8 (3.5%)
1 Vehicle31 (13.4%)70 (30.3%)
2 Vehicles124 (53.7%)88 (38.1%)
3 Vehicles34 (14.7%)42 (18.2%)
4 Vehicles26 (11.3%)16 (6.9%)
5 or more Vehicles8 (3.5%)7 (3.0%)
Total231 (100.0%)231 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Townsend

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Townsend are 20 to 24 minutes (104 commuters, 29.1%), 60 to 89 minutes (52 commuters, 14.6%), and 15 to 19 minutes (39 commuters, 10.9%).
Commute Time in Townsend
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes3810.6%
10 to 14 Minutes174.8%
15 to 19 Minutes3910.9%
20 to 24 Minutes10429.1%
25 to 29 Minutes82.2%
30 to 34 Minutes267.3%
35 to 39 Minutes133.6%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes277.6%
60 to 89 Minutes5214.6%
90 or more Minutes339.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Townsend

The most common commute times in Townsend are 60 to 89 minutes (52 commuters, 28.0%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (71 commuters, 41.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Townsend
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes32 (17.2%)6 (3.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)17 (9.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes15 (8.1%)24 (14.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes33 (17.7%)71 (41.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes8 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes17 (9.1%)9 (5.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)13 (7.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes12 (6.5%)15 (8.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes52 (28.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes17 (9.1%)16 (9.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Townsend

The most frequent times of departure to work in Townsend are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (46, 24.7%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (46, 26.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Townsend
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM15 (8.1%)7 (4.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM25 (13.4%)16 (9.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM24 (12.9%)7 (4.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM7 (3.8%)16 (9.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM46 (24.7%)14 (8.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM27 (14.5%)0 (0.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)18 (10.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM8 (4.3%)29 (17.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM7 (3.8%)9 (5.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM6 (3.2%)9 (5.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM10 (5.4%)46 (26.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM11 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total186 (100.0%)171 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Townsend

Occupancy by Ownership in Townsend

Of the total 487 dwellings in Townsend, owner-occupied units account for 254 (52.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 233 (47.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Townsend
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units25452.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units23347.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units487100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Townsend

Occupancy by Household Size in Townsend
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household20041.1%
2-Person Household15331.4%
3-Person Household214.3%
4+ Person Household11323.2%
Total Housing Units487100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Townsend

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Townsend
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household23 (11.5%)177 (88.5%)
2-Person Household116 (75.8%)37 (24.2%)
3-Person Household21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household94 (83.2%)19 (16.8%)
Total Housing Units254 (52.2%)233 (47.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Townsend

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Townsend
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School6 (10.7%)50 (89.3%)
High School Diploma78 (59.1%)54 (40.9%)
College/Associate Degree76 (53.1%)67 (46.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher94 (60.3%)62 (39.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Townsend

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Townsend
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years6713.8%
35 to 44 Years5210.7%
45 to 54 Years15431.6%
55 to 64 Years8216.8%
65 to 74 Years6513.4%
75 to 84 Years428.6%
85 Years and Over255.1%
Total487100.0%

Housing Finances in Townsend

Median Income by Occupancy in Townsend

Median Income by Occupancy in Townsend
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied254 (52.2%)$128,750
Renter-Occupied233 (47.8%)$18,375
Average487 (100.0%)$61,546

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Townsend

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Townsend
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)51 (21.9%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)44 (18.9%)
$10,000 to $14,99923 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)41 (17.6%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)9 (3.9%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)15 (6.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99916 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99937 (14.6%)46 (19.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99948 (18.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99916 (6.3%)16 (6.9%)
$150,000 or more114 (44.9%)11 (4.7%)
Total254 (100.0%)233 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Townsend

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Townsend
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)29 (12.4%)
$300 to $4998 (3.2%)53 (22.8%)
$500 to $79956 (22.1%)15 (6.4%)
$800 to $9996 (2.4%)37 (15.9%)
$1,000 to $1,49921 (8.3%)80 (34.3%)
$1,500 to $1,99917 (6.7%)8 (3.4%)
$2,000 to $2,49952 (20.5%)11 (4.7%)
$2,500 to $2,99961 (24.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more33 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total254 (100.0%)233 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Townsend

Housing Structures in Townsend

Housing Structures in Townsend
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached25452.2%
Single Unit, Attached61.2%
2 Unit Apartments61.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments336.8%
10 or more Apartments18838.6%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total487100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Townsend

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Townsend
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached226 (89.0%)28 (11.0%)
Single Unit, Attached6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments16 (8.5%)172 (91.5%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total254 (52.2%)233 (47.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Townsend

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Townsend
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)13 (5.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms16 (6.3%)122 (52.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms61 (24.0%)79 (33.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms86 (33.9%)19 (8.2%)
8 or more Rooms91 (35.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total254 (100.0%)233 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Townsend

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Townsend
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas149 (58.7%)77 (33.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity16 (6.3%)156 (66.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene57 (22.4%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels32 (12.6%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total254 (100.0%)233 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Townsend

Household Vehicle Usage in Townsend
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle8 (3.2%)39 (16.7%)
1 Vehicle63 (24.8%)138 (59.2%)
2 Vehicles147 (57.9%)45 (19.3%)
3 or more Vehicles36 (14.2%)11 (4.7%)
Total254 (100.0%)233 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Townsend

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Townsend

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units85169
Median Property Value$263,100$414,400
Median Household Income$78,375$99
Monthly Housing Costs$650$33
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Townsend

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Townsend
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99916 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99959 (69.4%)35 (20.7%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)94 (55.6%)
$500,000 to $749,99910 (11.8%)34 (20.1%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)6 (3.5%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total85 (100.0%)169 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Townsend

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Townsend
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99923 (27.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99916 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99931 (36.5%)37 (21.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)17 (10.1%)
$150,000 or more15 (17.6%)16 (9.5%)
Total85 (100.0%)169 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Townsend

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Townsend
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x38 (44.7%)202,813 (120,007.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x8 (9.4%)60 (35.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x6 (7.1%)40 (23.7%)
4.0x or more33 (38.8%)30 (17.7%)
Total85 (100.0%)169 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Townsend

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Townsend
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49916 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49969 (81.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total85 (100.0%)169 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Townsend

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Townsend

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Townsend
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years205 (85.4%)35 (14.6%)
19 to 25 Years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years108 (87.1%)16 (12.9%)
35 to 44 Years123 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years218 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years142 (96.0%)6 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,074 (95.0%)57 (5.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Townsend

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Townsend
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen205 (85.4%)35 (14.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Townsend

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Townsend
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000168 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99956 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999203 (83.5%)40 (16.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99986 (90.5%)9 (9.5%)
$100,000 and over557 (98.8%)7 (1.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Townsend

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Townsend
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 616 (17.4%)76 (82.6%)
6 to 18 Years65 (27.1%)140 (58.3%)
19 to 25 Years1 (5.9%)16 (94.1%)
25 to 34 Years16 (12.9%)92 (74.2%)
35 to 44 Years25 (20.3%)106 (86.2%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)218 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years24 (16.2%)142 (96.0%)
65 to 74 Years79 (100.0%)35 (44.3%)
75 Years and over90 (100.0%)40 (44.4%)
Total316 (27.9%)865 (76.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Townsend

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Townsend
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)13 (11.1%)
35 to 64 Years14 (4.9%)16 (7.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)22 (38.6%)
75 Years and over8 (24.2%)15 (26.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Townsend

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Townsend: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)22 (38.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Townsend: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years8 (2.8%)16 (7.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)22 (38.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Townsend: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)7 (6.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over8 (24.2%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Townsend: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)6 (5.1%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)22 (38.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)9 (15.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Townsend: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)6 (5.1%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)8 (14.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)9 (15.8%)

Technology Access in Townsend

Computing Device Access in Townsend

Computing Device Access in Townsend
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop40783.6%
Smartphone39881.7%
Tablet27055.4%
No Computing Device479.7%
Total487100.0%

Internet Access in Townsend

Internet Access in Townsend
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet142.9%
Broadband Home33869.4%
Cellular Data Only377.6%
Satellite Internet153.1%
No Internet9018.5%
Total487100.0%

Townsend Summary

Townsend, Massachusetts is a small town located in Middlesex County, approximately 25 miles northwest of Boston. It is bordered by the towns of Ashby, Groton, Pepperell, and Shirley. The town was first settled in 1676 and was officially incorporated in 1732. As of the 2010 census, the population of Townsend was 6,177.

History

The area that is now Townsend was originally inhabited by the Nashaway tribe of Native Americans. The first European settlers arrived in the area in 1676 and the town was officially incorporated in 1732. The town was named after Charles Townsend, who was the Speaker of the House of Commons in England.
In the late 1700s, Townsend was a thriving agricultural community. The town was known for its production of apples, pears, and other fruits. In the early 1800s, Townsend began to develop a manufacturing industry, with several mills being built along the Squannacook River. The town also had a thriving shoe industry, with several factories producing shoes for the local market.
In the late 1800s, Townsend began to develop a tourism industry, with several hotels and resorts being built in the area. The town also had a thriving dairy industry, with several farms producing milk and other dairy products.

Geography

Townsend is located in Middlesex County, approximately 25 miles northwest of Boston. The town is bordered by the towns of Ashby, Groton, Pepperell, and Shirley. The town has a total area of 24.3 square miles, of which 24.2 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water.
The town is located in the Nashua River Valley, with the Squannacook River running through the center of town. The town is mostly rural, with several small villages and hamlets scattered throughout the area. The highest point in town is located at the summit of Bald Hill, which has an elevation of 845 feet.

Economy

The economy of Townsend is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of fruits and vegetables. The town also has several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
The town is also home to several resorts and hotels, which attract tourists from all over the region. The town also has several golf courses, which attract golfers from all over the region.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Townsend was 6,177. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 1.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $76,944, and the median income for a family was $86,944. The per capita income for the town was $31,944. About 4.2% of families and 5.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.2% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Townsend?
Total Population of Townsend is 1,131.
What is the Total Male Population of Townsend?
Total Male Population of Townsend is 550.
What is the Total Female Population of Townsend?
Total Female Population of Townsend is 581.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Townsend?
There are 94.66 Males per 100 Females in Townsend.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Townsend?
There are 105.64 Females per 100 Males in Townsend.
What is the Median Population Age in Townsend?
Median Population Age in Townsend is 40.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Townsend
Average Family Size in Townsend is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Townsend
Average Household Size in Townsend is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Townsend?
Per Capita income in Townsend is $43,406.
What is the Median Family Income in Townsend?
Median Family Income in Townsend is $137,813.
What is the Median Household income in Townsend?
Median Household Income in Townsend is $61,546.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Townsend?
Income or Wage Gap in Townsend is 47.3%.
Women in Townsend earn 52.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Townsend?
Inequality or Gini Index in Townsend is 0.55.
How Large is the Labor Force in Townsend?
There are 553 People in the Labor Forcein in Townsend.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Townsend?
64.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Townsend.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Townsend?
Unemployment Rate in Townsend is 3.3%.