Dedham, MA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 23,671 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Dedham is about 8 miles southwest of Boston and is considered part of the metropolitan area.
Cultural Attractions
The local historical society operates a museum and library documenting the town's long history, with holdings that include painting, photographs, and Civil War artifacts.
Historical
Dedham is home to the Fairbanks House. Built in the late 1630s or early 1640s, the historic home is believed to be the oldest standing timber frame house in North America.
Economy
A mall and various shopping centers are based in Dedham.
Fun Fact
Since 1944, Dedham has been home to the Museum of Bad Art, which is devoted to preserving "art too bad to be ignored." Visitors can view the collection in the basement of the Dedham Community Theater.
| Population [details] | 23,671 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 61.9% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 392.99 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 37.50% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 36.61 °F/22.52 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 81.28 °F/65.07 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 42.75 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 50 |
| Cost of living [details] | 122.1 |
| State sales tax | 5.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Boston (5.40 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | GENERAL EDWARD LAWRENCE LOGAN INTERNATIONAL (12.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, 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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