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Introduction to Maynard, Massachusetts
Maynard, Massachusetts is 11 miles N of Framingham, Massachusetts and 21 miles W of Boston, Massachusetts. It is in Middlesex county. The town is part of the Boston metro area. The population of Maynard is 10,433.
Maynard History
Located on the banks of the Assabet River, the city of Maynard was first settled in 1638. The area was named as Maynard after a local mill owner, Amory Maynard. The community grew untill the mills were shut down and sold to local businessmen. It is not known whether they perished altogether, but the old mill complex is still remembered for its oldest working hand wound clock.
Maynard and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Maynard
One can have a trip to the nearby plantation area in Maynard. The old churches and worshipping venues are great tourist attractions. You can visit the museums and national parks located near the city. The old mills in their ruins are also interesting tourist places.
Maynard Transportation
Boston Logan International is the nearest airport.
Maynard Higher Education
Higher education is provided by Middlesex Community College.
Maynard strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Massachusetts):
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| Low Property Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 1% |  |
| Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 5% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers) | Top 7% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 9% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. Peers) | Top 17% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 17% | |
Comparing Maynard to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Massachusetts (State):
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