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Saugus, Massachusetts

       
Total population 26,419 Average January/July temperatures 29.3° / 73.9°
Median home price $ 340,000 Annual Precipitation 42.53 in. /yr.
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Saugus, Massachusetts

This Boston suburb combines rural characteristics with metropolitian conveniences.

Climate
The town has a four-season climate with snowy winters and warm summers.
Cultural Attractions
The Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site was the first integrated iron works in North America and was in operation from 1646 to 1668.
Geography
The Saugus River meanders through the town.
Historical
George's Barber Shop, family owned since 1902, is the oldest barbershop in the United States.
Recreation
Boating and fishing are popular pastimes.

Location Details

Weather  
Average January high/low temperature (?) 36.5 ° / 22.1 °
Average July high/low temperature (?) 82.2 ° / 65.5 °
Precipitation (?) 42.53 in. /yr.
Index score for various storm types (?) 95
Cost of Living  
Median home price (?) $ 340,000
Median household income (?) $52658.0
Maximum state income tax (?) 5.3 %
State sales tax (?) 5 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities  
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?) .991 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?) 23
Number of private golf courses within the county (?) 14
Number of sports teams within the county (?) 0
Number of movie theaters within the county (?) 15
Number of libraries within the county (?) 57
Number of museums within the county (?) 43
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?) 5
Population & Demographics  
Total population (?) 26,419
Population density (?) 2,202 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?) 23.8% growth
Population over 55 (?) 8,174 people
Education (?) 26 % have a college degree
Health  
Number of hospitals within the county (?) 33
Number of clinics within the county (?) 45
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?) 216
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