Malden, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 6/10
directions_bus Transit 6/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
65,509 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,298 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$607,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$983 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,869 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
39.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Middlesex County
2
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

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

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 15 26
Feb 2 10 30
Mar 5 8 37
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 4 2 41
Dec 4 9 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 66% of residents leaning left and 29% leaning right.

Liberal (67%) (29%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 29%
Hillary Clinton 67%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, MA Fifth Middlesex District, MA 33rd Middlesex District, MA
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Schools

Malden High
<1 miles, W • 4.6 star
Ferryway
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Salemwood
<1 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Colleges

New England Hair Academy
<1 miles, W • 1 star
The Salter School-Malden Campus
<1 miles, W • 1 star
Empire Beauty School-Malden
<1 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

Melrosewakefield Healthcare
2 miles, N • 1.4 star
Winchester Hospital
4 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Cambridge Health Alliance
4 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Manchester Airport
40 miles, N • 1.4 star
Worcester Regional Airport
43 miles, W • 1 star
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