28th Middlesex District, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 6/10
directions_bus Transit 6/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Moderately Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but walking may be limited by distance, infrastructure, or availability of nearby amenities.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
43,020 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,271 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$602,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$812 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,742 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
34.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Massachusetts
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Massachusetts
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 15 27
Feb 3 10 30
Mar 5 8 37
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 4 2 42
Dec 4 9 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 62% of residents leaning left and 32% leaning right.

Liberal (63%) (33%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 33%
Hillary Clinton 63%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MA Middlesex and Suffolk District, MA
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Schools

Parlin School
<1 miles, E • 1.4 star
Devens School
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Pioneer Charter School of Science
<1 miles, S • 4.1 star
St Anthony School
<1 miles, SW
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Colleges

New England Hair Academy
1 miles, N • 1 star
Empire Beauty School-Malden
2 miles, N • 1 star
The Salter School-Malden Campus
2 miles, N • 1 star
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Hospitals

Massachusetts General Hospital
3 miles, SW • 5 star
Melrosewakefield Healthcare
4 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Airports

Manchester Airport
41 miles, N • 1.4 star
Worcester Regional Airport
43 miles, W • 1 star
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