2nd Essex District, MA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
7/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
46,332
332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
58.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$140,000
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$685,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,301
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,448
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.9%
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 | 3 | 15 | 25 |
| Feb | 3 | 11 | 28 |
| Mar | 5 | 10 | 35 |
| Apr | 4 | 2 | 46 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 4 | 2 | 41 |
| Dec | 4 | 10 | 31 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.
Liberal (55%) (41%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 36%Schools
Pine Grove
<1 miles, N
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2.3
North Shore Montessori School
1 miles, N
Ipswich High
2 miles, S
•
5
Paul F Doyon Memorial
2 miles, SW
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3.7
Colleges
Spa Tech Institute-Ipswich
2 miles, S
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1.4
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
6 miles, S
Gordon College
8 miles, S
•
1.9
North Shore Community College
9 miles, SW
•
1.9
Hospitals
Anna Jaques Hospital
8 miles, N
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4.1
Northeast Hospital Corporation
10 miles, SW
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3.2
Whittier Pavilion
11 miles, NW
North Shore Medical Center -
14 miles, SW
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3.2
Airports
General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport
25 miles, SW
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4.1
Portsmouth International Airport at Pease
26 miles, NE
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1
Manchester Airport
33 miles, NW
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1.4
Worcester Regional Airport
59 miles, W
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1