An affluent bayside community with a sense of the past, Marblehead will appeal to art patrons, history buffs, and yachters.
Climate
This community has cool and windy weather, with heavy snow in winter.
Cultural Attractions
Marblehead has a very active arts association, which operates three gallaries, produces musical and theatrical performances, and offers classes for adults and children.
Economy
Marblehead's quaint, walkable downtown is home to antique stores and gift shops.
Geography
Marblehead sits on the Massachusetts coastline, about 17 miles north of Boston.
Historical
The town was founded in 1629 as an English fishing outpost.
Location Details
Weather
Average January high/low temperature (?)
31.68 ° / 9.36 °
Average July high/low temperature (?)
81.4 ° / 56.14 °
Precipitation (?)
45.42 in. /yr.
% Sunny days per year (?)
27 %
Index score for various storm types (lower is better) (?)
92
Index score for air quality (lower is better) (?)
96
Cost of Living
Median home price (?)
$ 500,000
Median household income, age 55 to 75 (?)
$77465.0
Median household income, all ages(?)
$72151
Maximum state income tax (?)
N/A
State sales tax (?)
5 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?)
.100 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?)
21
Number of private golf courses within the county (?)
45
Number of public swimming pools within 15 miles of the location(?)
11
Health clubs, studios & gymnasiums within 15 miles of the location(?)
191
Number of sports teams within the county (?)
0
Number of movie theaters within the county (?)
16
Number of libraries within the county (?)
59
Number of museums within the county (?)
44
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?)
5
Population & Demographics
Total population (?)
20,439
Population density (?)
4,513 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?)
28.8% growth
Population over 55 (?)
6,098 people
Education (?)
42 % have a college degree
Health
Number of hospitals within the county (?)
38
Number of clinics within the county (?)
51
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?)
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