New Bedford, Massachusetts
New Bedford: The second most populous city in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It is located on the western shore of Buzzards Bay in southeastern Massachusetts. New Bedford is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the New Bedford Whaling Museum and the New Bedford Art Museum.
About
New Bedford is a city located in the county of Bristol in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 95,072 and a population density of 1,521 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 95,517 inhabitants.
The city was created 384 years ago in 1639.
New Bedford is a coastal city located in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It sits along the Acushnet River near Buzzards Bay.
New Bedford was first settled in the 17th century by English colonists. It was officially incorporated as a town in 1787 and thrived as a port city.
In the 19th century, New Bedford became a leading center of whaling and the top whaling port in the world. The city grew wealthy from the whaling industry.
The city declined as whaling faded in the early 20th century. But New Bedford diversified its economy through fishing, manufacturing and immigration.
New Bedford Today
Today, New Bedford has a population of around 95,000 residents. It retains its identity as a historic port city.
Notable attractions include the New Bedford Whaling Museum, New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, and the Seamen's Bethel chapel mentioned in Moby Dick.
The city has a vibrant creative culture with art galleries and events. Fishing and manufacturing remain important industries. Its seaport is also one of the nation’s most valuable.
New Bedford honors its history while evolving for the future. It remains an important coastal city in Massachusetts.
Conclusion
From colonial settlement to the whaling era to today, New Bedford exemplifies the maritime heritage of New England. Its rise and fall as a whaling hub mark a pivotal time in American history. New Bedford preserves this legacy through historic sites while growing as a diverse coastal city.
Quick Facts about New Bedford
| Population : | 95,517 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County : | Bristol County |
| Different from : | Bedford |
| Area : | 62.5 km2 |
| Altitude : | 49 feet / 15 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1640 (384 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 00:29:04 (22nd December 2024) |
| Postal code : | 02740 |
| Density : | 1,528 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 0.47% (2010-2020) |
Geography
New Bedford is located at 41°38'7"N 70°55'37"W (41.6352600, -70.9270100).
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- Official Website
Official website of New Bedford
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Demographics
The population of New Bedford increased by 0.47% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 95,072 | - | census |
| 2011 | 94,896 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 94,998 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 95,065 | 0.07% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 95,121 | 0.06% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 95,128 | 0.01% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 95,135 | 0.01% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 95,083 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 95,371 | 0.3% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 95,363 | -0.01% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 95,517 | 0.16% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in New Bedford
1 New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park
33 William St, New Bedford, MA 02740, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 New Bedford Whaling Museum
18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA 02740, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Fort Rodman
1000 Rodney French Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02744, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Seamen's Bethel
15 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA 02740, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 Acushnet Cedar Swamp State Reservation
New Bedford, MA 02745, United States ➦ Show Map
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Other Places in New Bedford
1 New Bedford City Hall
133 William St, New Bedford, MA 02740 ➦ Show Map
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People born in New Bedford (150)
People born in New Bedford, including merchant Warren Delano, female pop singer Tynisha Keli, artist, author, sailor, and knot expert Clifford Warren Ashley, .
List
- Franklin S. Billings (American politician (1862-1935)) he was born in 11/05/1862
- Marie Equi (American doctor) she was born in 07/04/1872
- Moses Hicks Grinnell (American politician (1803-1877)) he was born in 03/03/1803
- Jonathan Bourne, Jr. (American politician (1855-1940)) he was born in 23/02/1855
- John Tukey (American mathematician (1915-2000)) he was born in 16/06/1915
- Herbert W. Ladd (American politician (1843-1913)) he was born in 15/10/1843
- Hetty Green (Gilded Age businesswoman) she was born in 21/11/1834
- William M. Butler (American politician (1861-1937)) he was born in 29/01/1861
- Samuel S. Wagstaff, Jr. (mathematician) he was born in 21/02/1945
- Cheryl Araujo (American victim of crime, activist) she was born in 28/03/1961
- Benjamin F. White (9th Governor of Montana Territory (1838-1920)) he was born in 03/12/1838
- Brian Pothier (American ice hockey player) he was born in 15/04/1977
- Albert Pinkham Ryder (American painter) he was born in 19/03/1847
- Quinn Sullivan (American musician (born 1999)) he was born in 26/03/1999
- David Maslanka (American composer) he was born in 30/08/1943
- Charles S. Randall (American politician (1824-1904)) he was born in 20/02/1824
- Joseph Grinnell (U.S. Representative (1788-1885)) he was born in 17/11/1788
- Isabel Morgan (American virologist) she was born in 20/08/1911
Schools in New Bedford
College & universities near New Bedford, MA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 167039 | Rob Roy Academy-New Bedford | New Bedford (MA) | 02720-3445 |
| 167987 | University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth | North Dartmouth (MA) | 02747-2300 |
| 165608 | Diman Regional Technical Institute | Fall River (MA) | 02723 |
| 165033 | Bristol Community College | Fall River (MA) | 02720-7395 |
| 165750 | Rob Roy Academy-Fall River | Fall River (MA) | 02720-3445 |
Stations (13)
Amtrak & bus stations near New Bedford, MA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PVD | Providence station | 100 Gaspee Street | RAIL |
| KIN | Kingston station | 1 Railroad Avenue | RAIL |
| RTE | Route 128 station | 50 University Ave | RAIL |
| WLY | Westerly station | 14 Railroad Avenue | RAIL |
| BOS | South Station | 2 South Station | RAIL |
Post offices near New Bedford
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| New Bedford Post Office | New Bedford (MA) | 02740 |
| Fairhaven Post Office | Fairhaven (MA) | 02719 |
| Orchard Str Post Office | New Bedford (MA) | 02744 |
| North Post Office | New Bedford (MA) | 02746 |
| Fairhaven Carrier Annex Post Office | Fairhaven (MA) | 02719 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- New Bedford , Illinois human settlement in Illinois, United States of America with a population of 69 people.
Other cities in Bristol County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Bristol County , MA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Fall River | 89,792 | The most populous city in Bristol County, Massachusetts. |
| Taunton | 57,675 | The most populous city in Bristol County, Massachusetts. |
| City of Taunton | 55,874 | The most populous city in Bristol County, Massachusetts. |
| Attleboro | 45,444 | A city in Bristol County, Massachusetts. |
| Easton | 25,116 | Town in the U. |
| Mansfield | 24,539 | Town in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Norton | 19,983 | City in Massachusetts |
| Somerset | 18,144 | Town in Massachusetts, United States |
| Swansea | 17,000 | Town in Bristol County in southeastern Massachusetts |
| Fairhaven | 16,103 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Westport | 16,097 | Town of the United States |
| Seekonk | 15,851 | Town in the United States |
| Head of Westport | 14,809 | City in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States of America |
| Raynham | 14,560 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Oxford | 13,941 | Town in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States of America |
| Rehoboth | 12,503 | Town in Massachusetts, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
New Bedford distances to largest Massachusetts cities
