Braintree Town, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
38,762 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
47.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$125,305 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$623,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$884 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,685 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Norfolk County
3
Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Norfolk County
2
Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 14 27
Feb 4 12 30
Mar 5 9 37
Apr 4 3 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 5 2 42
Dec 4 10 32

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 56%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MA Norfolk-Plymouth-Bristol District, MA 5th Norfolk District, MA
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Schools

Thayer Academy
<1 miles, NW • 5 star
Hollis
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Quincy College
3 miles, N • 2.3 star
Eastern Nazarene College
4 miles, N • 1.9 star
Laboure College
5 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

South Shore Hospital
3 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Carney Hospital
6 miles, N • 2.3 star
Good Samaritan Medical Center
8 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Airports

Theodore Francis Green State Airport
40 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Worcester Regional Airport
45 miles, NW • 1 star
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