4th Suffolk District, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 6/10
directions_bus Transit 6/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
42,957 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
34.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
72.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$161,801 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$872,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,227 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,750 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
36.5% 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 26
Feb 3 11 29
Mar 4 9 37
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 4 2 42
Dec 4 10 32

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 67% of residents leaning left and 27% leaning right.

Liberal (68%) (28%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 23%
Hillary Clinton 72%
Other 4%

Schools

Hull High
2 miles, SE 5 star
Squantum
3 miles, W 4.1 star
Lillian M Jacobs
3 miles, SE 2.8 star
Oliver Hazard Perry
3 miles, NW 2.3 star

Colleges

University of Massachusetts-Boston
4 miles, W 2.8 star
Eastern Nazarene College
4 miles, SW 1.9 star
Quincy College
5 miles, SW 2.3 star

Hospitals

Tufts Medical Center
5 miles, NW 2.3 star
Boston Medical Center
6 miles, NW 4.1 star
Carney Hospital
6 miles, W 2.3 star

Airports

Worcester Regional Airport
47 miles, W 1 star
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
48 miles, SW 2.3 star
Manchester Airport
49 miles, N 1.4 star