Georgetown Town, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
8,454 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
53.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$152,014 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$610,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,115 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,973 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Essex County
4
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

Essex County
3
Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 16 24
Feb 3 11 27
Mar 5 10 35
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 4 0 50
Nov 4 2 41
Dec 4 10 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 36%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, MA First Essex and Middlesex District, MA 2nd Essex District, MA
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Schools

Georgetown High School
<1 miles, W • 5 star
Georgetown Middle School
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Penn Brook
<1 miles, SW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Northpoint Bible College
6 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Northern Essex Community College
6 miles, N • 1.4 star
Spa Tech Institute-Ipswich
7 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Anna Jaques Hospital
8 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Lawrence General Hospital
8 miles, W • 2.3 star
Holy Family Hospital
10 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Airports

Manchester Airport
27 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Worcester Regional Airport
55 miles, W • 1 star
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