Changes In Amherst Voter Precinct Maps Effective December 31, 2021
Amherst's new precinct map. Photo: amherstma.gov
Source: amherstma.gov
Pursuant to MGL Ch. 54 §6, the Town of Amherst has changed its voting precincts as a result of population changes from the 2020 Federal Census. For all voters, your precinct number has changed to reflect the renaming of precincts to correspond to their districts.
To view updated precincts, voting locations, and maps click here.
Background And More Information
Every ten years, the legislature and local governments must redraw boundaries that take into consideration population, communities of interest, and state and federal constitutional requirements, amongst other factors. Population is determined by the most recent Federal Census. Amherst’s population per the 2020 Federal Census is 39,263 which represents an increase of 1,444 from the 2010 population (or 3.8%).
In Amherst, we will continue to have 10 precincts for all elections (no change). The precincts, however, have been renamed to correspond to each district in which they reside. The following chart shows the new precinct names and their voting locations:
The precinct boundary lines have shifted. Click here for the new map
The upcoming elections for 2022 are as follows:
- State Primary – September 6, 2022
- State General Election – November 8, 2022
Changes to Amherst Voting Precincts Flyer – PDF English
Cambios a los recintos electorales – PDF españolView updated maps, voting locations & precincts