Ashby is a town located in Middlesex 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 23.8 square miles (62.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 904 ft. With a population of approximately 2,845 residents, Ashby offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 50.19% males and 49.81% females, and it has a population density of 119.54 people per square mile (46.15/km²). Ashby lies at a latitude of 42.67 and a longitude of -71.81, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (17.3%), German (7.8%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 01431.