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Somerville

Somerville

Located just north of Boston and next to Cambridge and has a population of about 77,000.

Welcome to Somerville

Somerville is located just north of Boston and next to Cambridge and has a population of about 77,000. It is a residential neighborhood with an industrial past, which includes one special legacy; the invention of the marshmallow crème that we lovingly call “Fluff.”
 
Somerville was often referred to as “Slummerville,” referring to its history of crime and ties to James “Whitey” Bulger and the “Winter Hill Gang.” Today, the area has reemerged as a popular destination for professionals and families. The neighborhood is primarily comprised of single-family and multi-family homes, many of which have been converted into condominiums. 
 
Popular established neighborhoods include Davis Square and Porter Square, as well as Union Square which is undergoing a large-scale redevelopment, thanks in part to a new Green Line station. The section of Somerville which is above Route 93 is also being reinvented as Assembly Square, complete with a shopping district, rental and condominium housing as well as medical, lab, and office space.


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Overview for Somerville, MA

80,608 people live in Somerville, where the median age is 33 and the average individual income is $59,447. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

80,608

Total Population

33 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$59,447

Average individual Income

Around Somerville, MA

There's plenty to do around Somerville, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

92
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
88
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
82
Excellent Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including mica - sweet creations, The Village Playspace, and Boston Scuba.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 2.03 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.97 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.92 miles 16 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.74 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.28 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.15 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Somerville, MA

Somerville has 34,523 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Somerville do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 80,608 people call Somerville home. The population density is 23,431.811 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

80,608

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

33

Median Age

50.12 / 49.88%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
34,523

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$59,447

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Somerville, MA

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The following schools are within or nearby Somerville. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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