Bernardston is a town located in Franklin 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 23.4 square miles (61.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 360 ft. With a population of approximately 2,155 residents, Bernardston offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.96% males and 51.04% females, and it has a population density of 92.09 people per square mile (35.56/km²). Bernardston lies at a latitude of 42.68 and a longitude of -72.55, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (19.6%), German (9.6%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 01337.