Dedham Town, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
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
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
25,109 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
55.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$124,375 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$630,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,152 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,928 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.3% 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 11 30
Mar 5 9 37
Apr 4 2 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

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 61%
Other 4%

Schools

Ursuline Academy
<1 miles, W 5 star
Dedham Middle School
<1 miles, SE 2.3 star
Dedham High
<1 miles, SE 4.6 star

Colleges

Curry College
3 miles, SE 2.3 star
Boston Baptist College
4 miles, E 1.4 star

Hospitals

Norwood Hospital
4 miles, SW 2.3 star

Airports

Worcester Regional Airport
36 miles, NW 1 star
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
38 miles, SW 2.3 star
Manchester Airport
49 miles, N 1.4 star