Worcester Auto Insurance (MA)

Worcester, Massachusetts is a city of about 182,000. Worcester residents are spread out over an area of around 39 square miles. The city’s economy is well diversified with healthcare and bio-technology being primary employers in the area. In addition, there is a vibrant financial sector anchored by the insurance industry.

The city is accessible by Interstate 190 linking to Route 2 (Mohawk Trail). I-290 connects to I-495 and eventually links to the Massachusetts Turnpike where I-290 turns into I-395. Worcester is a hub for several small state highways such as Route 9 which connects to Shrewsbury and Route 146 (Worcester-Providence Highway), which is an alternate to I-290/I-135. Public transportation is operated by the Worcester Regional Authority.

Worcester is situated in a continental climate zone with rapidly changing weather due in large from warm, humid air from the southwest and cool, dry air from the north. In addition, the city’s weather is further affected by the Atlantic Ocean. Summers tend to be warm and humid while winters are cold, snowy, and windy. Extreme weather is rare but the area can experience tornadoes and hurricanes.