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Royalston, Massachusetts, in Worcester county, is 34 miles NW of Worcester, Massachusetts (center to center) and 61 miles W of Boston, Massachusetts. There are an estimated 1,254 people in the town.
In Royalston, about 62% of adults are married. Many folks in Royalston are married and settled down. Families have pride of place in the town, and much of the housing seems designed with families in mind.
Males represent a higher percentage of the population in Royalston than in most places.
In 2000, Royalston had a median family income of $51,818. A tendency for its residents to work at home is one of the things that define the lifestyle in Royalston.
In the 2004 race for President, John Kerry was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($2,500) in Royalston. Party contributions tended to flow to the Democratic team.
Approximately 85% of housing in Royalston is owner-occupied. The town sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use. Royalston is known in Massachusetts for having lower rents than most places. Tax haters might appreciate the relatively low real estate taxes in the town.
In Royalston, 89% of commuters drive to work. Royalston is not so congested and car-oriented that lots of people can't get around on foot or by bike.
Comparing Royalston to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Massachusetts (State):
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| Working at Home | | |
| Walking and Biking to Work | | |
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| Short Commute Times | | |
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| People Living Alone | | |
| Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals | | |
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