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Pembroke, Massachusetts, in Plymouth county, is 10 miles NW of Plymouth, Massachusetts (center to center) and 23 miles SE of Boston, Massachusetts. Part of the surrounding Brockton metro area, the town is not an isolated town. Pembroke is home to some 16,927 residents.
In Pembroke, about 63% of adults are married. A large portion of people in Pembroke are married. At the risk of over-generalizing, you could say that the town tends toward large families and full houses. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this town.
In 2000, Pembroke had a median family income of $74,985.
John Kerry was the top money-getter ($11,750) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Pembroke. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.
According to the 2000 census, 89% of the housing in Pembroke was owner-occupied.
In Pembroke, 91% of commuters drive to work. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at the town.
Comparing Pembroke to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Massachusetts (State):
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| Racial Diversity | | |
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| Working at Home | | |
| Walking and Biking to Work | | |
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| Low Property Crime | | |
| Low Violent Crime | | |
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