Where is Chelsea, Massachusetts, USA?

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Where is Chelsea Located? - Chelsea is a city located in the Suffolk County of Massachusetts, United States. Chelsea lies between 38.6631083 Degrees North latitudes and 90.5770675 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Chelsea, Massachusetts

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Where is Chelsea Located?

Chelsea is a city located in the Suffolk County of Massachusetts, United States. Chelsea lies between 38.6631083 Degrees North latitudes and 90.5770675 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Chelsea city is 40787 people and the city has a total area of 2.21 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Chelsea, Massachusetts Quick Facts

PropertyDetails
CityChelsea
CountySuffolk County
StateMassachusetts
State CapitalBoston
US RegionNortheast
Latitude42.3918° N
Longitude71.0328° W
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Land Area1.78 sq mi
Water Area0.49 sq mi
Total Area2.27 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)40,787
Population Density22,914 per sq mi
ZIP Code02150
Area Code617, 857
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC-5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-4)
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code25-13245
Congressional District7th Congressional District

Nearby Cities and Towns to Chelsea, Massachusetts

  • Revere, Massachusetts - 2 mi
  • Everett, Massachusetts - 2 mi
  • Boston, Massachusetts - 4 mi
  • Winthrop, Massachusetts - 4 mi
  • Somerville, Massachusetts - 5 mi
  • Cambridge, Massachusetts - 6 mi
  • Malden, Massachusetts - 5 mi
  • Medford, Massachusetts - 6 mi
  • Lynn, Massachusetts - 10 mi
  • Quincy, Massachusetts - 12 mi

Chelsea, Massachusetts Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Rainfall (in)
January37233.8
April58403.9
July82663.2
October64493.9
Annual604544.0
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate Classification (Köppen)Humid Continental (Dfa)
Annual RainfallAbout 44.0 in
Annual Sunshine DaysAbout 201 days
Hurricane/Tornado RiskLow hurricane risk and very low tornado risk
SnowfallAbout 49 in annually

Driving Distances from Chelsea, Massachusetts

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
RevereMassachusetts210 min
EverettMassachusetts210 min
BostonMassachusetts415 min
WinthropMassachusetts415 min
MaldenMassachusetts515 min
SomervilleMassachusetts520 min
CambridgeMassachusetts620 min
MedfordMassachusetts620 min
LynnMassachusetts1025 min
QuincyMassachusetts1230 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Chelsea, Massachusetts

TransportationDetails
Airport NameBoston Logan International Airport
IATA CodeBOS
PortPort of Boston (nearby)
Major HighwaysU.S. Route 1, Route 16, Route 99, Route 1A, Interstate 90 (nearby)
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearby Boston North Station and South Station
Local Bus/Transit ServiceMBTA Commuter Rail (Chelsea Station), Silver Line SL3, and MBTA Bus
  • U.S. Route 1 and nearby Interstate 90 provide direct access to downtown Boston and the greater metropolitan area.
  • Boston Logan International Airport is about 4 miles away and serves domestic and international destinations.
  • Chelsea Station is served by the MBTA Newburyport/Rockport Commuter Rail line, while the Silver Line SL3 offers rapid transit service to Boston.
  • Amtrak services are available from nearby Boston North Station and South Station.
  • Chelsea is one of Massachusetts' most densely populated cities and is known for its diverse community, waterfront redevelopment, and close proximity to downtown Boston.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Chelsea, Massachusetts

Landmark NameType
Chelsea Square Historic DistrictHistoric District
Mary O'Malley State ParkWaterfront Park
Chelsea Creek WaterfrontScenic Waterfront
Bellingham-Cary HouseHistoric House Museum
Mystic MallShopping Center
Admirals HillScenic Neighborhood
Encore Boston HarborResort and Casino
Boston National Historical ParkNational Historical Park
New England AquariumAquarium
Freedom TrailHistoric Walking Trail

Colleges and Universities in and near Chelsea, Massachusetts

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Bunker Hill Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeTransfer programs, healthcare, business, and workforce education
Suffolk UniversityPrivateUniversityLaw, business, public administration, and liberal arts
University of Massachusetts BostonPublicUniversityBusiness, nursing, education, and research
Harvard UniversityPrivateUniversityGlobal research, medicine, law, and business
Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyPrivateUniversityEngineering, science, technology, and innovation

Waterbodies in Chelsea, Massachusetts

Chelsea Creek, Mystic River, Boston Harbor, Island End River, Belle Isle Inlet, Constitution Beach, Charles River, Revere Beach shoreline

Golf Courses in and near Chelsea, Massachusetts

William J. Devine Golf Course, George Wright Golf Course, Granite Links Golf Club, Mount Hood Golf Course, Fresh Pond Golf Course, Unicorn Golf Course, Kelley Greens Golf Course, Gannon Municipal Golf Course

Chelsea, Massachusetts - Key Historical Facts

  • Chelsea was first settled in the early seventeenth century as part of Boston and became a separate town in 1739 before being incorporated as a city in 1857.
  • The city developed into an important manufacturing, shipping, and industrial center because of its strategic location along Boston Harbor and Chelsea Creek.
  • In 1908, the Great Chelsea Fire destroyed much of the downtown area, making it one of the largest urban fires in New England's history. The city was extensively rebuilt afterward.
  • Throughout the twentieth century, Chelsea became home to successive waves of immigrants, creating one of the most culturally diverse communities in Massachusetts.
  • Recent decades have seen major waterfront redevelopment, improved public transportation, and new residential and commercial investment.
  • Today, Chelsea is recognized for its historic neighborhoods, multicultural population, thriving arts community, and close connection to the Boston metropolitan area.

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