Revere, MA

Revere, Massachusetts

Introduction to Revere, Massachusetts

Revere, Massachusetts, in Suffolk county, is 3 miles E of Malden, Massachusetts (center to center) and 4 miles NE of Boston, Massachusetts. It's a residential suburb with a diverse population. A significant portion of the city consists of open water and wetlands.

Revere History

The Rumney Marsh Indians, a Pawtucket Tribe, were the initial inhabitants. In 1616 an epidemic killed thousands in the region. Acreage was given to prominent citizens of Boston and called North Chelsea. It evolved into a farming community. The first naval battle during the American Revolution occurred in Rumney Marsh. In 1871 North Chelsea was renamed after Paul Revere.

The arrival of the Eastern Railroad in 1838 and later the arrival of the Boston Revere Beach & Lynn Railroad allowed the town to become a popular beach resort. The beach was a poplar destination for the working class and immigrants. It featured a variety of amusement rides and had one of the biggest roller coasters in the country. The area began to deteriorate during the 1950's. The beach was revitalized and had a reopening in 1992. It now includes high rise housing units, refurbished pavilions, a resanded beach and a restored boulevard.

Revere Attractions

• Wonderland Park offers greyhound racing.
• The home of the well known Horatio Alger.
• Tuttle House is a notable historic structure.
• Slades Mill.

Revere Activities

Revere Beach is one of the oldest public beaches in the nation. Bell Isle Marsh Reservation is a salt marsh located in the Boston Harbor and includes a variety of plants and wildlife which are uncommon in the metropolitan area. The city offers an extensive system of parks for recreational activities. The Arnold Arboretum and Jamaica Plain is a scenic location and includes Peters Hill. The Boston Harbor Islands offer a wilderness paddling trip. The numerous islands in Boston Harbor include historic forts, scenic trails and lighthouses. A wide variety of activities and entertainment are provided in nearby Boston.

Revere Transportation

Air travel is offered at Logan International Airport. The MBTA Blue Line provides transportation. Residents have access to the Massachusetts Turnpike.

High Points

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

Category	Trophy
Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers)	Top 2%
Racial Diversity (vs. State)	Top 6%

Comparative Profile of Revere, MA

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

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Senior Citizens
Age of the Population
Female Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
Racial Diversity
Male Share of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income
People Above Poverty
College Educated Adults

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Public Transportation Use
Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
People Living Alone
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
Housing Recently Built

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Property Crime
Low Violent Crime

Revere Almanac

Revere Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Revere Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Revere, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Revere Public Libraries

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Revere High Schools (2004)

REVERE HIGH
101 SCHOOL STREET
781-286-8222
Serves 1,374 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 17.9

SEACOAST SCHOOL
101 SCHOOL STREET
781-485-2715
Serves 196 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 9.3

Revere Colleges

(List of All Massachusetts Colleges)

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