Middlesex County, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
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 7/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,622,896 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
59.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$126,779 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$687,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,164 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,946 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 15 26
Feb 3 11 29
Mar 4 9 36
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 4 2 41
Dec 4 10 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 63% of residents leaning left and 31% leaning right.

Liberal (64%) (32%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 28%
Hillary Clinton 67%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, MA Third Middlesex District, MA 14th Middlesex District, MA
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Schools

Thoreau
2 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Luther Conant School
2 miles, W • 4.6 star
The Fenn School
2 miles, SE
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Colleges

Middlesex Community College
7 miles, E • 1.9 star
Regis College
10 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Emerson Hospital -
2 miles, S • 4.1 star
Nashoba Valley Medical Center
11 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Worcester Regional Airport
29 miles, W • 1 star
Manchester Airport
31 miles, N • 1.4 star
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