Worcester, MA Area Guide

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Worcester, MA

Worcester, Massachusetts is the namesake behind Worcester County in the state. The city has a population of around 180,000. It is actually the second largest city in all of New England. It was named after the town of Worcester in England. A heart is the symbol of the city through the recognition of Worcester being the "Heart of the Commonwealth." It is a truly interesting, Victorian-like city.

Worcester has the Blackstone River throughout the city, which helps to divide it into its neighborhoods. The seven hills of the town include seven of the neighborhoods such as Airport Hill and Grafton Hill. There are three other hills as well composing the neighborhoods Indian Hill, Wigwam Hill and Newton Hill. Each neighborhood is very friendly towards family and offers a historical value unlike any other.

Worcester is a very expensive town to live in. It is in close proximity to the greater Boston area, which adds to the expenses of living there. The average price of a home in Worcester is around $200,000 which is significantly higher than that of the rest of the nation. The average price of a one-bedroom apartment is around $1,000, which is also higher.

Utility costs are also more expensive in Worcester than the rest of the nation, though they are very similar to prices in the rest of the state. Grocery costs are also higher in the city, though they are actually lower than those throughout the rest of the state. Finally, transportation costs are lower than both the nation and the rest of Massachusetts as a whole.

The Providence and Worcester Railroad is headquartered in the city. It services most of New England. The Framingham/Worcester commuter railway also comes through the station to assist commuters who work in Boston or other cities. There is also a public bus system that operates under the Worcester Regional Transit Authority. OurBus, Greyhound bus services, and PeterPan Bus Lines all operate out of the city as well.

There are many events throughout the year for you and your family to enjoy in Worcester such as the Worcester Music Festival and the Worcester County St. Patrick's Day Parade. There are museums as well to learn about the history of the city and the art including the Worcester Art Museum and the Higgins Armory Museum. Finally, there are many events and concerts held at the Worcester Palladium.

Worcester is home to many options for you and your family. It boasts beautiful and historical homes that take on a Victorian look to honor the city's English roots. There are many events to attend in the city throughout the year to keep you and your family entertained, as well as locations to visit to fully experience all Worcester has to offer.