Massachusetts Counties

Cape Cod’s heart beats in Barnstable County. This coastal area sits on the southeastern tip of Massachusetts, jutting out into the Atlantic.

The westernmost part of Massachusetts is home to Berkshire County. It’s a land of four seasons, each bringing its own uniqueness.

Southeastern Massachusetts is home to Bristol County. It borders Rhode Island to the west and Cape Cod Bay to the far east.

Dukes County lies off the southern coast of Massachusetts as a cluster of islands. Martha’s Vineyard is the star of the show here.

The North Shore of Massachusetts is home to Essex County. As the third-most populous county, it stretches from the Atlantic coast inland.

Franklin County is out in the western part of Massachusetts, bordering New Hampshire and Vermont. It’s the most rural county in the state.

In the heart of western Massachusetts lies Hampden County. Springfield, the largest city and county seat, anchors this diverse region.

The Pioneer Valley’s got a special vibe, and Hampshire County is right in the middle of it. Northampton is the county seat, a college town.

Middlesex County lies just north of Boston. It’s the most populous county in Massachusetts, stretching along the New Hampshire border.

Thirty miles off the coast of Massachusetts lies Nantucket County. It consists of Nantucket Island and a few tiny nearby islets.

Just south of Boston, you’ll find a piece of Massachusetts that’s brimming with history. Norfolk County is from the suburbs to rural areas.

You can’t talk about American history without mentioning Plymouth Rock. It’s right here in Plymouth County, Massachusetts, on the South Shore.

Suffolk County sits in eastern Massachusetts, with Boston as its heart and soul. This historic area is a blend of old-world and modern vibe.

Central Massachusetts is home to Worcester County, a diverse region with plenty to offer. It’s the second-most populous county in the state.