Worcester & Norfolk District
Community Pages: Webster
       

The Town of Webster is a medium sized community located in central Massachusetts on the Connecticut border. Founded by Samuel Slater in 1812, it was primarily an industrial center due to its abundant water supply.

Both textiles and shoe factories flourished making Webster's population a combination of diverse ethnic backgrounds.

By far, the town's richest asset is its beautiful fresh-water, spring- fed Lake Chargoggagaggmanchaugagoggchaunagungamaugg. Water activities abound such as fishing, water skiing, swimming, boating and sailing on this magnificent five mile long lake. Also located on its shores is the well-known "Indian Ranch", the New England home of Country Music which for many years has drawn visitors to Webster from all over the northeast.


Quick Facts from the Mass. Municipal Association
Form of Government: Open Town Meeting
Population (2006): 16,826
Registered Voters (2006): 10,581
School Enrollment (2008): 2,107
County: Worcester
Square Miles: 12.53
Public Road Miles (2006): 83.14
Income Per Capita (1999): $20,410
Median Family Income (1999): $48,898
EQV Per Capita (2008): $99,039
Average Tax Bill (2008): $2,309
Residential Tax Rate (2008): $8.17
Commercial Tax Rate (2006): $14.27
Operating Budget (2006): $40,154,082
Download the complete community profile from the Mass. DHCD

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