Middlesex County
City in Massachusetts, United States
Overview
Middlesex County, Massachusetts is an influential, diverse region just outside Boston, known for top-tier universities, leafy suburbs, and a mix of urban excitement and residential calm. Its cities like Cambridge and Somerville deliver rich cultural offerings and lively neighborhoods, while towns like Newton and Medford offer relaxation and green space.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Massachusetts
Population
863,162
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
42.49°, -71.39°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
86
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
88
Traffic Safety
78
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$4,140
Local Cost
$2,920
Local Income
$4,400
Cashless
97
English
100
Temperature
9.5°C
Summer Avg
21.0°C
Winter Avg
-2.0°C
Record High
38.0°C
Record Low
-25.9°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
1206 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
BED
Distance
9 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 92/100.