Livability Score

82
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities D+

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (5) F
New England Baptist Church
Coffee Shop
Tamper
Coffee Shop
Danish Pastry House
Coffee Shop
True Grounds
Coffee Shop
Caffe del Mare
Coffee Shop
Bikeeny Caffe
Coffee Shop
Tous Les Jours
Coffee Shop
Shirley
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Life Alive Organic Café
Coffee Shop
Nine Bar Espresso
Coffee Shop
Breadboard Bakery
Coffee Shop
Mr. Crêpe
Coffee Shop
Mixer eSports
Coffee Shop
Diesel Cafe
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Cornucopia Foods
Coffee Shop
Barismo
Coffee Shop
King Fu Tea
Coffee Shop
Kong Dog
Coffee Shop
Chatime
Coffee Shop
Up Tea Hub
Coffee Shop
Kung Fu Tea
Coffee Shop
Honey Honey Dessert Cafe
Coffee Shop
Revival
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (2) C-
Chevalier Theatre
Theatre Arts
Dilboy Memorial Stadium
Stadium
Granoff Music Center
Theatre Arts
Remis Sculpture Gallery
Art Gallery
Cohen Arts Center
Theatre Arts
Balch Arena Theater
Theatre Arts
Shirley and Alex Aidekman Arts Center
Theatre Arts
1899 MIT Observatory site
Attraction
Pickerel Rock
Attraction
Somerville Theater
Cinema
1986 KTV
Nightclub
Rockwell
Theatre Arts
Clay Dreams
Theatre Arts
Flatbread Company
Bowling Alley
Capitol Theatre
Cinema
Regent Theatre
Cinema
Cyrus Dallin Art Museum
Museum
The Armory
Theatre Arts
Stone Chimney
Attraction
Central Street Historical District
Attraction
Arlington Center Historic District
Attraction
AMC Assembly Row 12
Cinema
LEGOLAND Discovery Center
Theme Park
Griffin Museum of Photography
Museum
Arlington Friends of the Drama
Theatre Arts
Food and Drink (25) F
Dunkin' Donuts
Fast Food
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Sav-Mor Spirits
Alcohol
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Hillside Wine & Spirits
Alcohol
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Dunkin'
Fast Food
The Ford Tavern
Bar
Pax et Lox
Deli
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Pumpsy's Liquors
Alcohol
Panda Express
Fast Food
Smashburger
Fast Food
Panera Bread
Fast Food
The Edge Liquors
Alcohol
Wendy's
Fast Food
Ball Square Fine Wines
Alcohol
Wingstop
Fast Food
Dunkin' Donuts
Fast Food
PJ Ryan’s
Bar
Subway
Fast Food
Dunkin' Donuts
Fast Food
Kappy's Liquor
Alcohol
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Fitness (3) F
West Medford Community Center
Community Centre
Planet Fitness
Gym
Gravaton CrossFit
Gym
Adaptive Training Center
Gym
Soul Train
Gym
Cambridge Strength and Conditioning
Gym
F45 Training
Gym
Soul City Yoga
Gym
Black Crow Yoga
Gym
Boston Sports Club
Gym
Nova Strength Studio
Gym
Dahn Yoga
Gym
Arlington Boys & Girls Club
Community Centre
Down Under School of Yoga
Gym
MetroRock
Gym
Get In Shape For Women
Gym
Jenks Senior Center
Community Centre
Fitness Together
Gym
Body & Brain Yoga
Gym
Get In Shape for Women
Gym
Commonwealth Crossfit
Gym
Wu Dao Kung Fu and Tai Chi
Gym
Barre & Soul
Gym
Anytime Fitness
Gym
Warehouse XI
Community Centre
Groceries (6) F
Ebisuya Japanese Market
Grocery Store
Whole Foods Market
Grocery Store
Wegmans
Grocery Store
Atlas Market
Grocery Store
Stop & Shop
Grocery Store
Neighborhood Produce
Grocery Store
Lyndell's Bakery
Bakery
Stop & Shop
Grocery Store
Dom's Sausage
Butcher
ALDI
Grocery Store
Rosebud Farms
Grocery Store
Acougue Brasil
Grocery Store
Super 88 香港超市
Grocery Store
Tous Les Jours
Bakery
Baba Supermarket
Grocery Store
Super Stop & Shop
Grocery Store
B2 Cafe
Bakery
When Pigs Fly Breads
Bakery
McKinnon's Market
Butcher
bfresh market
Grocery Store
Arlington Bakery
Bakery
Quebrada Baking Co.
Bakery
Mass Hole Donuts
Bakery
Safy Halal Market
Grocery Store
The Mushroom Shoppe
Grocery Store
Parks (65) A+
McNally Playground
Park
Hillside Avenue Historic District
Park
Gillis Field
Park
Medford Square
Park
Winthrop Square
Park
Hickey Park
Park
Mystic River Reservation
Park
Clippership Park
Park
Mystic River Reservation
Park
Krystle Campbell Peace Garden
Park
Washington Place Park
Park
Barry Park
Park
Barry Park
Park
Victory Park
Park
Veterans Memorial Park
Park
Old Ship Street Historic District
Park
Logan Park
Park
Royall House Park
Park
Magoun Park
Park
Mystic River Reservation
Park
Cummings Park
Park
Brooks Park
Park
Honor Roll Park
Park
Hastings Heights Park
Park
Morrison Playground
Park
Shops (29) F
JRA Cycles
Bicycle
Alexander's
Convenience Store
Target
Department Store
Hillside Hardware
Home Improvement
Hair Solutions
Hairdresser
Hair And There
Hairdresser
Charles Street Convenience
Convenience Store
Marshalls
Department Store
Petco
Pets
Frank's Hair Design
Hairdresser
N & B Market
Convenience Store
Shear Perfection
Hairdresser
Ocean State Job Lot
Discount Store
Wildflower Designs
Florist
Gabby's Barber Shop
Hairdresser
One Stop C Market
Convenience Store
James Michael Coiffeures
Hairdresser
Harbor Freight Tools
Home Improvement
Interlude Salon & Day Spa
Hairdresser
Harvard Market
Convenience Store
Kohl's
Department Store
Kathmandu Convenience Store
Convenience Store
Kristina Market
Convenience Store
Shear Elegance
Hairdresser
Riverside Nail Salon
Beauty
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 19.2% take public transportation in Medford.
Public Transit Stops (224)
Stops & Stations A+
High St @ Bradlee Rd
Bus Stop
Salem St opp River St
Bus Stop
High St @ Hillside Ave
Bus Stop
High St opp Governors Ave
Bus Stop
High St @ Powder House Rd
Bus Stop
High St opp Powder House Rd
Bus Stop
Main St @ High St
Bus Stop
City Hall Mall @ Salem St - Medford City Hall
Bus Stop
Fellsway W @ Fulton St
Bus Stop
37 Riverside Ave @ Medford Sq
Bus Stop
Fellsway W @ Fulton St
Bus Stop
Clippership Rd opp City Hall
Bus Stop
Medford Sq @ City Hall Parking lot
Bus Stop
High St @ Rural Ave - Winthrop Circle
Bus Stop
Salem St @ Allen Ct
Bus Stop
High St @ Winthrop St - Winthrop Circle
Bus Stop
305 Winthrop St
Bus Stop
Fellsway W @ Ridgeway Rd - Roosevelt Circle
Bus Stop
Salem St @ Hadley Pl
Bus Stop
300 Winthrop St
Bus Stop
Fellsway W @ S Border Rd
Bus Stop
Main St opp South St
Bus Stop
Clippership Dr @ Riverside Towers
Bus Stop
Fellsway W @ Park St
Bus Stop
Salem St @ Court St
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
19.2% A
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cost of living F

The cost of living in Medford is 165/100 - which is 24% higher than Massachusetts.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax A
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crime A

Medford crime rates are 1,118 per 100k, which is 20% lower than Massachusetts
Property Crime
944 crimes per 100k A
Violent Crime
175 crimes per 100k A
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employment A+

The median income in Medford is $101,168 - which is 43% higher than Massachusetts.
Med. Household Income
$101,168 A+
Unemployment Rate
2.5% A
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health A+

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (20)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Hospital
Gentle Dental
Dentist
Medford Fire Department
Fire Station
Medford Police Department
Police
Medford Fire Department
Fire Station
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Medford Fire Department
Fire Station
Passport Health Medford Travel Clini
Hospital
Tufts University Police Department
Police
Dr. Isabelle Jaillet, DMD
Dentist
Medford Fire Department
Fire Station
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Tufts University Health Service
Clinic
Medford Fire Department
Fire Station
Azuza Dental
Dentist
John R. Horne Jr. DMD
Dentist
Medford Fire Department
Fire Station
Element Dental
Dentist
Aspen Dental
Dentist
West Somerville Dental Associates
Dentist
Malden Fire Department Station 3
Fire Station
Lahey Clinic Primary Care
Clinic
Somerville Fire Department
Fire Station
Physician One
Clinic
Wellington Circle Dental
Dentist
Air Quality
Median Air Quality B-
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housing A-

Medford home prices are $551,900 - which is 62% higher than Massachusetts
Home Price
$551,900 A+
Home Appreciation Rate
24% A+
Home Affordability
5.5x (home price to income ratio) F
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schools C+

The Medford graduation rate is 90% - which is 4% higher than Massachusetts
School Test Scores
47% F
High School Grad. Rates
90% A-
Elementary Schools (9) F
Milton Fuller Roberts
Medford Vocational Technical High
Brooks School
John J. Mcglynn Middle School
Madeleine Dugger Andrews
Eliot-Pearson Children'S School
John J Mcglynn Elementary School
St Raphael School
West Somerville Neighborhood
Beebe
Childrens Own School
Christopher Columbus
Thompson
Benjamin G Brown
International School Of Boston
International School Of Boston
Arthur D Healey
Dearborn Academy
Lesley Ellis School
Gibbs School
St Agnes School
Cheverus Catholic School
Bright Future Educare Center
Madeline English School
Mccall Middle
High Schools (2) F
Medford High
Curtis-Tufts
International School Of Boston
International School Of Boston
Matignon High School
Dearborn Academy
Arlington Catholic High School
Cristo Rey Boston High School
Malden High
Somerville High
Winchester High School
Arlington High
Full Circle High School
Devens School
Greater Boston Academy
Pioneer Charter School Of Science
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
Pope John Xxiii High School
Everett High
Cambridge Rindge And Latin
Mystic Valley Regional Charter School
Belmont High
Stoneham High
Melrose High
Buckingham Browne & Nichols School
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ratings A+

Medford has an overall rating of 86% from 10 reviews.
User Reviews (2)
From AreaVibes A+
User Surveys (8)
From AreaVibes A+
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Medford Area Facts

  • Medford has a Livability Score of 82/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Medford crime rates are 20% lower than the Massachusetts average
  • Cost of living in Medford is 24% higher than the Massachusetts average

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Good city with awesome sights and transit access! 4.5 rating By pilot0674 ( Aug 09, 2018) This city has everything! It has multiple parks, low crime, and good transit access! Bus stations can be found on all major streets. Also, there is a rail station in the Western part of town, where it has beautiful massive houses! East, there is a train station with a major bus i ...Read More nterchange. Trains at this station run every 20-5 minutes! Read Less
Living in the Charming Community of Medford, MA 4 rating By Anonymous ( Jan 30, 2012) Medford, Massachusetts is a city located near Boston. I have lived in Medford for five years, and I cannot imagine living anywhere else. The atmosphere is relaxing, and the scenery is beautiful. I enjoy spending time at Wrights Pond, where I love to fish. Other activities that yo ...Read More u can do at the pond include swimming and hiking. It is also a great place for a picnic. In addition, there are so many things to do in the city. You can visit Amelia Earhart's house, or see the Civil War prints at the Medford Historical Society. If you have children who are getting ready to go to college, Medford is home to Tufts University.

One of the downsides to living in Medford is that the cost of living is higher than other areas of the country. However, the friendly people and hospitable atmosphere make up for the high cost. If you are relocating to Medford, there are many excellent homes for sale in the area. The average price of a home is $350,000. The violent crime rate in Medford is lower than the state average; however, the number of property crimes is a little higher. The city also has an excellent school system that my kids have loved.

You can find many excellent dining opportunities in the city. Because seafood is my favorite, I love Moulton's Seafood Restaurant. The prices are affordable, and the food is delicious. The town also has a variety of Italian and Chinese restaurants. Medford is a booming community that is rich with history. I have loved living in this city, and I look forward to the years ahead. Read Less
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      D+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Medford? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      McNally Playground
      Hillside Avenue Historic District
      Gillis Field
      Medford Square
      Winthrop Square
      Hickey Park
      Mystic River Reservation
      Clippership Park

      Entertainment

      Chevalier Theatre
      Dilboy Memorial Stadium
      Granoff Music Center
      Remis Sculpture Gallery
      Cohen Arts Center
      Balch Arena Theater
      Shirley and Alex Aidekman Arts Center
      1899 MIT Observatory site

      Food & Drink

      Dunkin' Donuts
      Dunkin'
      Sav-Mor Spirits
      Dunkin'
      Hillside Wine & Spirits
      Dunkin'
      Dunkin'
      The Ford Tavern

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Medford? Of all people who commute, 19.2% take public transportation in Medford.
      Drive to Work
      54%

      22% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      19%

      14% higher than the US average

      Walk to Work
      6%

      3% higher than the US average

      F Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Medford? The cost of living in Medford is 165/100 - which is 24% higher than Massachusetts.
      Medford
      165

      65% more expensive than average

      Massachusetts
      133

      33% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      A Crime

      What is the crime rate in Medford? Medford crime rates are 1,118, which are 20% lower than Massachusetts
      Total Crime
      1,118 per 100k people

      52% lower than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 90

      52% lower than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      13%

      Year over year crime is up

      A+ Employment

      What is the median income in Medford? The median income in Medford is $101,168 which is 43% higher than Massachusetts.
      Median household income
      $101,16883% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $52,13375% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      3%

      46% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Medford a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Lawrence Memorial Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens

      Doctors

      A- Housing

      What are Medford home prices? Medford home prices are $551,900 - which is 62% higher than Massachusetts
      Median home value
      $551,900199% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $2,003111% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      55%

      13% lower than the US average

      C+ Schools

      Does Medford have good schools? The Medford graduation rate is 90% - which is 4% higher than Massachusetts
      High school grad. rates
      90%

      9% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      47%

      2% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      12:1

      28% lower than the US average

      A+ User Ratings

      Is Medford a good place to live? Medford has an overall rating of 86% from 10 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      86%

      10 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      85%

      2 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      89%

      8 total surveys

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