Braintree, MA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 34,892 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
The scenic town, at the crossroads of Route I-93 and Route 3, has numerous lakes and ponds.
Cultural Attractions
South Shore Plaza, one of New England’s largest shopping malls, is located in Braintree.
Recreation
Braintree has the MDC Blue Hills Reservation trail system, a public golf course, Smith Beach and Sunset Lake, a swimming and fishing spot that allows nonmotorized boats only. In the summer, there is a lakeside concert series.
Historical
Braintree is the birthplace of John Adams, John Quincy Adams, and John Hancock.
Economy
The South Shore Plaza contributes to Braintree’s business base, which also includes offices and industrial parks.
| Population [details] | 34,892 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 60.6% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 446.48 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 36.50% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 33.06 °F/13.28 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 81.36 °F/59.79 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 42.94 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 64 |
| Cost of living [details] | 122.1 |
| State sales tax | 5.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Boston (7.08 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | GENERAL EDWARD LAWRENCE LOGAN INTERNATIONAL (11.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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