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Stoneham, Massachusetts

Introduction to Stoneham, Massachusetts

Stoneham, Massachusetts, in Middlesex county, is 4 miles NW of Malden, Massachusetts and 8 miles N of Boston, Massachusetts. The town is considered part of the Boston metropolitan area. Stoneham has a population of 22,219.

Stoneham History

The Whigs were the original settlers of Stoneham. In 1645, Stoneham was first settled by Europeans. Originally it was a part of the Charlestown. In 1725, Stoneham was officially incorporated as a town. During the time of its incorporation, the taxable male population of Stoneham was 65. During the Industrial Revolution, the town of Stoneham developed as one of the major shoe-manufacturing centers. In fact, its name was included in the Guinness Book of World Records during the 1970s for have the maximum number of gas stations within a one-mile strip.

Stoneham and nearby Attractions

  • William Bryant Octagon House
  • Museum of Science - Boston
  • Pine Banks Park - Malden
  • Ryan Family Amusements - Malden

Things To Do In Stoneham

The Recreation Department of Stoneham organizes a number of recreation and park programs throughout the year. The town also includes basketball fields, soccer complex, theaters and shopping centers. You can also enjoy the kayaking program at the Spot Pond.

Stoneham Transportation

Air transportation is available from Boston Logan International Airport.

Stoneham Higher Education

Tufts University is the nearest university.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)		Top 8%Stoneham Well-Paid Single Women
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)		Top 10%Stoneham Public Transportation Use
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)		Top 12%Stoneham Well-Paid Single Men
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)		Top 18%Stoneham Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)		Top 19%Stoneham People in Middle Class or Better

Comparative Profile of Stoneham, MA

Comparing Stoneham 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 Women109
Well-Paid Single Men98
Age of the Population98
Senior Citizens910
Female Share of the Population89
Racial Diversity48
Male Share of the Population32
Children Under 5 Years Old35

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married63
Average Household Size43

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Median Family Income97
People in Middle Class or Better97
People Above Poverty87
College Educated Adults86

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use109
Working at Home75
Walking and Biking to Work45
Short Commute Times37

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals99
Seasonal and Vacation Housing75
People Living Alone79
Housing Recently Built34
Affordability of Property Taxes23
Affordability of Rents22

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime84
Low Violent Crime75

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