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Wilmington, Massachusetts

       
Total population 21,603 Average January/July temperatures 26.0° / 71.8°
Median home price $ 361,500 Annual Precipitation 46.94 in. /yr.
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Wilmington, Massachusetts

This city has a bronze plaque commemorating the discovery of the Baldwin apple.

Climate
Cold winters and warm, mild summers are characteristic of Wilmington.
Cultural Attractions
The Town Common holds various activities throughout the year including craft fairs, summer concerts, an Easter egg hunt, and a tree-lighting ceremony. In addition, Boston's amenities are a short drive away.
Geography
The city is north of Boston in the Ipswitch River watershed and contains Silver Lake.
Historical
A century ago, Silver Lake, which is now the town beach, was a popular summer resort destination for people living in Boston.
Recreation
Hiking is available in the Wilmington Town Forest, a natural area that the town is planning to upgrade in the coming years.

Location Details

Weather  
Average January high/low temperature (?) 36.01 ° / 15.91 °
Average July high/low temperature (?) 82.62 ° / 61.04 °
Precipitation (?) 46.94 in. /yr.
% Sunny days per year (?) 27 %
Index score for various storm types (lower is better) (?) 103
Index score for air quality (lower is better) (?) 100
Cost of Living  
Median home price (?) $ 361,500
Median household income, age 55 to 75 (?) $67156.0
Median household income, all ages(?) $69563
Maximum state income tax (?) N/A
State sales tax (?) 5 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities  
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?) .020 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?) 35
Number of private golf courses within the county (?) 67
Number of public swimming pools within 15 miles of the location(?) 18
Health clubs, studios & gymnasiums within 15 miles of the location(?) 321
Number of sports teams within the county (?) 1
Number of movie theaters within the county (?) 36
Number of libraries within the county (?) 95
Number of museums within the county (?) 67
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?) 16
Population & Demographics  
Total population (?) 21,603
Population density (?) 1,261 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?) 37.9% growth
Population over 55 (?) 4,888 people
Education (?) 33 % have a college degree
Health  
Number of hospitals within the county (?) 67
Number of clinics within the county (?) 94
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?) 223
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