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Milton, MA

U.S. News Ratings
Population: 25,369
Crime: Low
Cost of Living: High
Health Care: Comprehensive
Housing Price: High
Income: High
Geography
The Neponset River runs through Milton on its way to Neponset Estuary.
Cultural Attractions
The Forbes House Museum is a restored mansion built by Robert Bennet Forbes, a ship owner and trade merchant, who spearheaded the expansion of trade with China.  The museum features heirlooms from across the globe and a collection of Lincoln memorabilia.
Historical
Milton was once home to the Baker Chocolate Factory, the first chocolate producer in the Colonies.
Economy
Milton Village and East Milton Square are two of the community's commercial areas.
Fun Fact
Milton has the most privately and publicly conserved land within 20 miles of Boston.
Population [details] 25,369
Percentage of population under 50 64.6%
Children per square mile [details] 377.7
Percentage of population who are college educated 54.90%
High/low January temperature [details] 34.74 °F/19.46 °F
High/low July temperature [details] 81.46 °F/63.73 °F
Annual precipitation [details] 42.90 in.
Total crime risk [details] 21
Cost of living [details] 122.1
State sales tax 5.00%
Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) Boston (3.57 miles)
Closest airport (and distance) GENERAL EDWARD LAWRENCE LOGAN INTERNATIONAL (8.00 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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