Monday, November 23, 2009

Best Places

Gloucester, MA

U.S. News Ratings
Population: 30,389
Crime: Low
Cost of Living: High
Health Care: Limited
Housing Price: High
Income: Average
Climate
Local weather is generally cool and windy, with snowy winters.
Geography
Gloucester is on Cape Ann on the Atlantic coast, about an hour's drive northeast of Boston.
Cultural Attractions
The Cape Ann Historical Museum explores Gloucester's maritime past through art and artifact.
Recreation
Private charters are available for deep-sea expeditions or for whale watching trips.
Economy
In this tourist area, gift and antique shops outnumber department stores.
Community care facilities for the elderly 0
Percentage of population over age 55 29.3%
Number of museums within 30 miles 225
Number of libraries within the area 3
Number of movie theaters within 15 miles 12
Number of golf courses within 30 miles 161
Tax incentives for retirees No
Median income for those aged 55–64 $66,976
Median income for those aged 65–74 $46,184
Median income for those aged 75 and up $31,268

Copyright © 2009 Onboard Informatics. Information is represented by Onboard Informatics as reliable but not guaranteed.

Powered by Onboard Informatics.

advertisement

Homes in Gloucester, MA
Trulia Real Estate Gloucester Homes For Sale

Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of our Terms and Conditions of Use and Privacy Policy.
Make USNews.com your home page.