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Introduction to Athol, Massachusetts
Athol, Massachusetts, in Worcester county, is 31 miles NW of Worcester, Massachusetts and 61 miles W of Boston, Massachusetts. The town contains a population of approximately 11,299.
Athol History
Athol was first settled in the year 1735. Initially, five families first settled in an area in September of 1735 and named it “Pequoiag.” The region was officially incorporated in the year 1762. After incorporation, the name was changed to Athol. “Athol” means “pleasant place”. It was named so by John Murray, one of the proprietors of the land. The Pan-Am railroad main line follows the East-West course of the Millers River through the center of town. The early settlers of the region subsisted on agriculture and hunting. By 1791, Athol had four grist mills, six sawmills and a mill.
Athol and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Athol
Athol has various shopping locales where you can head with family members or friends to hang out or do some serious shopping. The public parks also make for great places to relax during the leisure hours. Food lovers can enjoy the numerous restaurants dotting the city.
Athol Transportation
Worcester Regional is Athol's local airport.
Athol Higher Education
The city is served by Mount Wachusett Community College.
Athol strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Massachusetts):
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| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. State) | Top 1% |  |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. State) | Top 5% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. State) | Top 12% | |
| Low Property Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 14% | |
Comparing Athol to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Massachusetts (State):
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| Low Violent Crime | | |
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