Suffolk and Middlesex District, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 6/10
directions_bus Transit 6/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 10/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
Education Hub. The area boasts numerous high-quality colleges and universities within close proximity, offering a wide range of academic opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
172,879 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
42.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
74.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$103,459 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
25.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$840,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,188 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,205 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
31.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Massachusetts
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 14 26
Feb 3 11 29
Mar 4 9 37
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 4 2 42
Dec 4 10 32

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 68% of residents leaning left and 26% leaning right.

Liberal (69%) (26%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 19%
Hillary Clinton 76%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, MA 29th Middlesex District, MA
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Schools

Atrium School
<1 miles, SE
Haggerty
<1 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Hosmer
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Harvard University
2 miles, E • 5 star
Lesley University
2 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Mount Auburn Hospital
1 miles, E • 4.1 star
St Elizabeth's Medical Center
2 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Worcester Regional Airport
37 miles, W • 1 star
Manchester Airport
41 miles, N • 1.4 star
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
47 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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