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Gloucester, Massachusetts

city · Essex County

At a glance

30,075
Population
$600,600
Median home value
98% above U.S. median
$1,411/mo
Median rent
5% above U.S. median
$83,883
Median household income
7% above U.S. median
23.9 min
Average commute
90.7%
Homes with broadband
6.5%
Unemployment

Living here

Nearest 4-year college8 mi
Nearest community college16 mi
Nearest technical college11 mi
High school graduates93.5%
College graduates40.3%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Gloucester Economic Development and Industrial Corporation
Gloucester EDIC is a state-chartered corporation that provides economic development by acquiring, funding and developing land and buildings, with a primary focus on industrial and manufacturing projects. It works with the City of Gloucester, the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, the Tourism Commission and related organizations to promote businesses and jobs in Gloucester, and can guide businesses locating or expanding in Gloucester through city and state processes.
state MassDevelopment
MassDevelopment provides financing, real estate, and community development solutions to grow businesses, create opportunity, and energize cities and towns across Massachusetts. It aims to revitalize communities, expand housing, and create jobs.
state Massachusetts Alliance for Economic Development
MassEcon is a private, non-profit partnership of business, industry leaders, and government dedicated to the economic growth of Massachusetts. MassEcon's mission is to promote and champion Massachusetts as the best place to start, grow and locate a business.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo

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