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Malden, Massachusetts

Introduction to Malden, Massachusetts

Malden, Massachusetts, in Middlesex county, is 4 miles N of Boston, Massachusetts. The city features a hilly, wooded landscape and it's bordered in the north by the cliffs of Middlesex Fells and situated north of the Mystic River. It features a large number of attractive Victorian era homes. Numerous products are manufactured in the city including mattresses, furniture, computer printers, chemicals, paper boxes and inks. Malden includes a large number of distinct neighborhoods.

Malden History

The city was established in 1640 by Puritans. The region was initially named "Mistic Side" and was part of Charleston. The city was named in tribute to Malden, England by an early landowner, Joseph Hills. It was one of the first towns that petitioned the Colonial government to secede from the British Empire. During the time of the American Revolution, the population was approximately one thousand. Farming and fishing along the Mystic River were significant factors for the community. It was incorporated as a city in 1882.

Malden Historic Sites

  • Bell Rock Memorial Park
  • Common Burying Ground at Sandy Bank
  • Converse Memorial Building
  • Charles A. Daniels School
  • Wilbur Fiske Haven House
  • Odd Fellows Building
  • St. Paul's Parish Church
  • Waitt Brick Block

Malden Activities

The numerous parks provide opportunities for outdoor activities. Middlesex Fell Reservation is popular with outdoor enthusiasts. Residents enjoy the nearby beaches and the variety of activities and professional sports teams in nearby Boston.

Malden Transportation

Air travel services are available from the nearby Logan International Airport in Boston.

High Points

Malden strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Massachusetts):

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyMalden Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 3%trophyMalden Racial Diversity
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)
Top 16%Malden Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Malden, MA

Comparing Malden to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Massachusetts (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Women98
Well-Paid Single Men86
Racial Diversity710
Senior Citizens76
Female Share of the Population77
Age of the Population62
Male Share of the Population44
Children Under 5 Years Old35

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size43
Portion of People Married31

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better62
Median Family Income63
College Educated Adults64
People Above Poverty62

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use1010
Walking and Biking to Work79
Working at Home21
Short Commute Times23

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
People Living Alone89
Seasonal and Vacation Housing53
Affordability of Property Taxes45
Affordability of Rents33
Housing Recently Built11

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime82
Low Violent Crime21
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Historic Malden

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Public library c1906.

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Public library c1906.

High school between 1900 and 1910

B.& M. Ry. Boston and Maine Railroad station c1906.

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