Walpole, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
5,989 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
62.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$132,411 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$572,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,171 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,741 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.4% 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 13 26
Feb 4 11 29
Mar 5 8 37
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 4 10 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (53%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 56%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MA Norfolk and Suffolk District, MA 8th Norfolk District, MA
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Schools

Walpole High
<1 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Bird Middle
1 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Old Post Road
1 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Bay State School of Technology
7 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Norwood Hospital
4 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Good Samaritan Medical Center
9 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Airports

Theodore Francis Green State Airport
30 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Worcester Regional Airport
34 miles, NW • 1 star
Manchester Airport
56 miles, N • 1.4 star
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