5th Suffolk District, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 6/10
directions_run Walkability 7/10
directions_bus Transit 7/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 10/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Moderately Bikeable. Biking is possible but may be limited by inconsistent infrastructure, traffic conditions, or distance to amenities.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Education Hub. The area boasts numerous high-quality colleges and universities within close proximity, offering a wide range of academic opportunities.
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
44,159 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,309 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
73.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$607,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$923 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,213 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
26.7% 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 4 12 30
Mar 5 9 36
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 5 2 42
Dec 4 11 32

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 85% of residents leaning left and 10% leaning right.

Liberal (87%) (10%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 8%
Hillary Clinton 89%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MA Second Suffolk District, MA
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Schools

Jeremiah E Burke High
<1 miles, W • 4.6 star
Lilla G Frederick Middle School
<1 miles, E • 1 star
UP Academy Holland
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
King K-8
<1 miles, NE • 1 star
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Colleges

Roxbury Community College
2 miles, N • 1.4 star
Wentworth Institute of Technology
2 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Hospitals

Boston Medical Center
2 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Carney Hospital
2 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Worcester Regional Airport
41 miles, W • 1 star
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
44 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Manchester Airport
47 miles, N • 1.4 star
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