Waltham, MA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 59,695 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
The Charles River runs through the southern part of the city.
Cultural Attractions
The Charles River Museum of Industry is in the original 1813 textile mill.
Recreation
Boating and hiking are popular pastimes in this community.
Historical
This city was home to the American Waltham Watch Factory, the first to mass-produce watches.
Economy
Raytheon is one of the high-tech firms in Waltham.
| Population [details] | 59,695 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 68.6% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 593.3 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 44.30% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 36.95 °F/19.57 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 79.78 °F/61.9 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 47.68 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 44 |
| Cost of living [details] | 107.5 |
| State sales tax | 5.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Boston (6.96 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | LAURENCE G HANSCOM FIELD (7.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, 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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