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Rowley, Massachusetts

Introduction to Rowley, Massachusetts

Rowley, Massachusetts, in Essex county, is 10 miles E of Haverhill, Massachusetts (center to center) and 27 miles N of Boston, Massachusetts. As of the 2000 census, 5,500 people lived in Rowley.

Rowley History

When the town of Rowley was incorporated in 1639, it included portions of the present day Bayfield, Georgetown, and Haverhill. Named after the East Riding of Yorkshire, Rowley, it was originally settled as a plantation by Reverend Ezekiel Rogers. The construction of fulling and grist mills caused the town to become popular for its cotton, hemp, and flax cloth.

Rowley and Nearby Attractions

  • American Independence Museum
  • Buckman Tavern
  • Salisbury Beach State Reservation
  • Brooks Estate
  • Parker River National Wildlife Refuge

Things To Do In Rowley

The American Independence Museum and the Custom House Maritime Museum showcase artifacts and memorabilia of historical importance. The John Greenleaf Whittier Home, and Hammond Castle are some of the historic sites near Rowley. The Salisbury Beach State Reservation and the Hampton Beach State Park offer opportunities for camping, fishing, and boating. The Georgetown Rowley State Forest, Willowdale State Forest, and Parker River National Wildlife Refuge are among other popular destinations in the Rowley area. Parks in the region include the Bradley Palmer State Park, and the Plum Island State Park. Fuller Gardens, and Stone Zoo are also close by.

Rowley Transportation

Air transportation is available from the Logan International Airport.

Rowley Higher Education

Colleges close to Rowley include North Shore Community College, Salem State College, and Northern Essex Community College.

High Points

Rowley strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Massachusetts):

CategoryTrophy
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 2%trophyRowley Low Property Crime
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)		Top 14%Rowley Median Family Income

Comparative Profile of Rowley, MA

Comparing Rowley to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Massachusetts (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population88
Well-Paid Single Men87
Well-Paid Single Women86
Children Under 5 Years Old78
Age of the Population74
Female Share of the Population34
Senior Citizens22
Racial Diversity12

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married98
Average Household Size88

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Median Family Income98
People in Middle Class or Better97
College Educated Adults97
People Above Poverty87

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home97
Public Transportation Use86
Walking and Biking to Work68
Short Commute Times24

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing96
Housing Recently Built89
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals46
People Living Alone34
Affordability of Property Taxes22
Affordability of Rents22

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime109
Low Violent Crime65

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