Whately 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 20.2 square miles (52.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 290 ft. With a population of approximately 1,573 residents, Whately offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 50.22% males and 49.78% females, and it has a population density of 77.87 people per square mile (30.07/km²). Whately lies at a latitude of 42.44 and a longitude of -72.64, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (15.5%), German (10.2%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code N/A.