Billerica Town, MA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
8/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
41,700
332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
41.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$139,706
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$570,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$935
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,998
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Middlesex County
2
Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Middlesex County
2
Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
3
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 58% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.
Liberal (59%) (37%) ConservativeClimate
Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 15 | 26 |
| Feb | 3 | 11 | 29 |
| Mar | 5 | 9 | 36 |
| Apr | 4 | 2 | 46 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 4 | 2 | 42 |
| Dec | 4 | 10 | 31 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Parker
<1 miles, W
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Billerica Memorial High School
<1 miles, NW
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Marshall Middle School
<1 miles, N
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Locke Middle
<1 miles, SE
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Colleges
Shawsheen Valley School of Practical Nursing
2 miles, SE
Middlesex Community College
2 miles, SW
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EINE Inc
3 miles, NE
Lowell Academy Hairstyling Institute
6 miles, N
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Hospitals
Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Burlington
6 miles, S
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Lowell General Hospital
7 miles, N
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Emerson Hospital -
10 miles, SW
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Winchester Hospital
10 miles, SE
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Airports
General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport
19 miles, S
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Manchester Airport
27 miles, N
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Worcester Regional Airport
37 miles, W
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Portsmouth International Airport at Pease
42 miles, NE
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