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Georgetown

#14 in Best Places to Raise a Family in Essex County
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Suburb of Boston, MA
  • 29 reviews
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      B+
    2. Crime & Safety
      A-
    3. Housing
      B-
    4. Nightlife
      C+
    5. Good for Families
      A
    6. Diversity
      B-
    7. Jobs
      B+
    8. Weather
      C
    9. Cost of Living
      C+
    10. Health & Fitness
      A-
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A
    12. Commute
      C+
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    Georgetown is a suburb of Boston with a population of 8,649. Georgetown is in Essex County and is one of the best places to live in Massachusetts. Living in Georgetown offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Georgetown there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. Many families live in Georgetown and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Georgetown are above average.
    About Georgetown...
    Population
    8,649

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $458,400
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,571
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Sparse Suburban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      20%
    • Own
      80%
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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    A-
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      22.8
      282.7
    • Murder
      0
      6.1
    • Rape
      0
      40.7
    • Robbery
      0
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      91.4
      500.1
    • Theft
      411.1
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      11.4
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    B-
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      10%
    • 10-17 years
      13%
    • 18-24 years
      7%
    • 25-34 years
      10%
    • 35-44 years
      11%
    • 45-54 years
      18%
    • 55-64 years
      16%
    • 65+ years
      14%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      20%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      33%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      27%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      18%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      3%
      13%

    Working in Georgetown

    Jobs
    B+
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $128,885
    National
    $55,322
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      Georgetown Reviews

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      Georgetown is a quiet little town, filled with history and friendly people. As small as it may be, there is a lot of things to do. Check out "The Spot" located right downtown and grab a great drink and bite to eat with the locals. See the Legion park with a great new jungle gym, and cool off at the small beach located right near downtown! Everyone you meet is friendly and welcoming.
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      Georgetown is a great small town north of Boston by about 20 miles. It has a great community and great neighborhoods, as well as very good schools. The town center has all the basic necessities, a few gas stations, lots of pizza places, a couple of good restaurants and bars, some consignment shops, antique shops, local artisan stores and hobby shops. There are a few gym options, such as a small personal trainer/group studio, a spin studio and yoga studio right
      Very welcoming and safe town. Lots of communication within the town, on social media and through neighbors.