Housatonic is a cdp located in Berkshire County, in the state of Massachusetts (MA), United States. Nestled in the New England division of the North-east region, it covers an area of 0.9 square miles (2.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 744 ft. With a population of approximately 1,335 residents, Housatonic offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 46.44% males and 53.56% females, and it has a population density of 534.48 people per square mile (592.47/km²). Housatonic lies at a latitude of 42.25 and a longitude of -73.37, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (0%), German (13.6%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 01236.