Attleboro, MA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 43,319 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
The Ten Mile River cuts through the center of Attleboro, and there are wetlands around the city.
Cultural Attractions
The city is home of the LaSalette Shrine, which claims to have America’s largest Christmas light display.
Recreation
Downtown is the Capron Park Zoo, which holds sloth bears, snow leopards, and other endangered species. The Great Woods Center for the Performing Arts is located in nearby Mansfield.
Historical
Attleboro was once known as the “Jewelry Capital of the World.”
Economy
The manufacturing city, once a hub of the jewelry industry, is becoming increasingly residential.
| Community care facilities for the elderly | 0 |
| Percentage of population over age 55 | 24.0% |
| Number of museums within 30 miles | 303 |
| Number of libraries within the area | 1 |
| Number of movie theaters within 15 miles | 28 |
| Number of golf courses within 30 miles | 294 |
| Tax incentives for retirees | No |
| Median income for those aged 55–64 | $68,806 |
| Median income for those aged 65–74 | $45,909 |
| Median income for those aged 75 and up | $33,488 |
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