Bolton Town, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
5,698 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
84.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
80.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$198,475 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$722,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,454 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,316 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
90.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Worcester County
4
Worcester Metro Area
4
Massachusetts
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Worcester County
3
Worcester Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 15 25
Feb 3 11 28
Mar 4 9 36
Apr 4 3 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 5 0 50
Nov 4 2 41
Dec 4 11 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 58% of residents leaning left and 36% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (36%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, MA First Worcester District, MA 3rd Middlesex District, MA
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Schools

Florence Sawyer School
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Nashoba Regional
2 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Rfk Lancaster School
3 miles, NW • 1 star
CA Farley
3 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Spa Tech Institute-Westboro
11 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Salter College-West Boylston
11 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Nashoba Valley Medical Center
10 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Healthalliance Hospitals, Inc
11 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Worcester Regional Airport
18 miles, W • 1 star
Manchester Airport
35 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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