Cochituate is a cdp 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 3.8 square miles (10.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 172 ft. With a population of approximately 6,768 residents, Cochituate offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.74% males and 52.26% females, and it has a population density of 767.10 people per square mile (682.28/km²). Cochituate lies at a latitude of 42.33 and a longitude of -71.36, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (14.6%), German (9.7%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 01778.