Melrose, MA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 26,324 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
The small gardening city is located just north of Boston.
Cultural Attractions
The Melrose Symphony Orchestra has been performing for 75 years.
Recreation
One of the community's park facilities in Ell Pond, in the center of Melrose.
Historical
The city was settled in the mid-1800s.
Economy
Melrose is a predominantly residential community.
| Population [details] | 26,324 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 62.5% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 978.36 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 45.60% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 35 °F/16.19 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 81.07 °F/60.83 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 47.08 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 26 |
| Cost of living [details] | 118.3 |
| State sales tax | 5.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Boston (8.11 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | GENERAL EDWARD LAWRENCE LOGAN INTERNATIONAL (7.00 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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