Burlington, MA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 23,838 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | High |
Climate
Burlington’s temperatures are slightly cooler than the national average, with more wind and more snow in the winter months.
Geography
The town is at the junction of the Boston-Merrimac corridor, on the watersheds of the Ipswich, Shawsheen, and Mystic rivers.
Recreation
Simond’s wading pool and a variety of parks offer the staples of small-town recreation.
Historical
Following the opening of Route 128, the town had a population growth higher than any other in the state--in one five-year period, Burlington’s population tripled.
Economy
Though now suburban industrial, Burlington was once entirely agricultural, its growth stifled by limited transportation until the development of Route 128.
| Population [details] | 23,838 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 62.6% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 375.51 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 47.80% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 36.7 °F/16.61 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 81.63 °F/60.86 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 48.61 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 50 |
| Cost of living [details] | 118.3 |
| State sales tax | 5.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Boston (11.57 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | LAURENCE G HANSCOM FIELD (5.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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