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Uxbridge, MA

Uxbridge is a town in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States, first colonized in 1662 and incorporated in 1727. It was originally part of the town of Mendon and named for the Earl of Uxbridge. The town is located 36 mi (58 km) southwest of Boston and 15 mi (24 km) south-southeast of Worcester, at the midpoint of the Blackstone Valley National Historic Park. The historical society notes that Uxbridge is the "Heart of The Blackstone Valley" and is also known as "the Cradle of the Industrial Revolution". Uxbridge was a prominent Textile center in the American Industrial Revolution. Two Quakers served as national leaders in the American anti-slavery movement. Uxbridge "weaves a tapestry of early America".

The town was named after the Earl of Uxbridge, in Uxbridge, England. The Taft family, of England, settled in Mendon (originally called "Mendham"), in 1680, in a section that later became Uxbridge. The Tafts were founders of the town of Uxbridge and Robert Taft, II was on the first Board of Selectmen (town council). The Tafts were said 'locally' to be relatives of the Earl of Uxbridge (though this is not referenced in the appendix of Alfonso Taft's biography). Uxbridge, England derived its name from a 7th-century Anglo-Saxon tribe known as the "Wuxen", (Wuxen Bridge). Early settlers included the Aldriches, the Wheelocks, the Farnums, the Reeds, the Willards, the Caprons, and the Thayers. The Taft and Aldrich families began from local immigrant ancestors and went on to become influential in their new nation. Seth Reed was instrumental in adding "E Pluribus Unum", from many, one, to all U.S. coins. President William Howard Taft's grandfather was a Uxbridge native.

The town is 30.4 square miles (79 km2), of which 0.8 square miles (2.1 km2), or 2.74%, is water. It is situated 39.77 miles (64.00 km) southwest of Boston, 16 miles (26 km) southeast of Worcester, and 20 miles (32 km) northwest of Providence. Elevations range from 200 feet (61 m) to 577 feet (176 m) above sea level. It borders Douglas, Mendon, Millville, Northbridge, and Sutton, Massachusetts, plus the Rhode Island towns of Burrillville and North Smithfield. 

Uxbridge places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Harrington HealthCare and Tri-River Family Health Center offer a top-notch medical staff and a full spectrum of high-quality, state-of-the-art healthcare services. Momentum Fitness, Inc. provides a comprehensive gym experience with a variety of fitness classes and personal training options. Anytime Fitness offers gym facilities, fitness classes, and personal training sessions. JTB Wellness provides yoga classes focusing on holistic wellness and mindfulness. Gentle Healing Wellness offers a variety of spa treatments including massages and facials. Silver Tiger Tai Chi offers Tai Chi and Qigong classes to promote relaxation and physical balance.

Top sites in Uxbridge, MA are Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park, Blackstone River Greenway, Arrowhead Acres, and Blissful Meadows Golf Club.

Population: 14,228 (2023). ZIP codes: 01569, 01538, 01516. Area codes: 508, 774. Elevation: 270 ft (82 m). Area: 30.4 square miles (79 km2).

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Is Uxbridge, MA a good place to live?

Living in Uxbridge offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Uxbridge, there are a lot of parks. Many young professionals live in Uxbridge and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Uxbridge are above average.

What is Uxbridge, MA famous for?

Uxbridge is surrounded by the towns of Northbridge, Sutton, Menden, Douglas, Millville, Burrillville, and North Smithfield of Rhode Island. Uxbridge marks the center of the Blackstone Valley Heritage Corridor. The area is known for America's earliest industrialization for textiles, power looms for wool, cashmere woolens, and manufacturing of clothing and military uniforms.

What is the average income in Uxbridge, MA?

The average annual household income in Uxbridge is $123,631, while the median household income sits at $115,304 per year. There are a total of 4,953 households in Uxbridge, each made up of around 3 members. Family establishments represent 74.16% of these Uxbridge households, while non-family units account for the remaining 25.84%. Additionally, 30.12% of households have children and 69.88% of households are without children.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Uxbridge

Niche

Trowbridge Meadow

Point 2 Homes

Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park 

Blackstone River Greenway

Arrowhead Acres 

Blissful Meadows Golf Club

Harrington HealthCare

Tri-River Family Health Center

Momentum Fitness, Inc

Anytime Fitness

JTB Wellness

Gentle Healing Wellness

Silver Tiger Tai Chi

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