Milton 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 2/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
28,481 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
70.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$178,053 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$896,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,475 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,331 $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

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 26
Feb 4 12 30
Mar 5 9 37
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
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 deep blue country, with 60% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.

Liberal (61%) (35%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 29%
Hillary Clinton 66%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MA Norfolk-Plymouth-Bristol District, MA 7th Norfolk District, MA
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Schools

Milton High
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
Charles S Pierce Middle
1 miles, N • 3.7 star
Delphi Academy
1 miles, NW
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Colleges

Boston Baptist College
2 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Curry College
2 miles, W • 2.3 star
Laboure College
2 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Quincy College
4 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton
<1 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Carney Hospital
3 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Theodore Francis Green State Airport
40 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Worcester Regional Airport
41 miles, NW • 1 star
Manchester Airport
51 miles, N • 1.4 star
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