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Somerville, Massachusetts

city · Middlesex County

At a glance

81,036
Population
$911,300
Median home value
200% above U.S. median
$2,517/mo
Median rent
87% above U.S. median
$132,572
Median household income
69% above U.S. median
31 min
Average commute
94.7%
Homes with broadband
3%
Unemployment

Living here

Colleges in town:
Nearest 4-year college1 mi
Nearest community college2 mi
Nearest technical college1 mi
High school graduates92.9%
College graduates69.4%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Somerville Economic Development
The Economic Development Division drives growth and opportunity in Somerville through three main areas: Workforce and Talent Development, Business Development, and Real Estate Development. It also supports the Somerville Redevelopment Authority and the Job Creation & Retention Trust to ensure the community benefits from a thriving, inclusive economy.
region Montachusett Regional Planning Com
MRPC provides technical planning assistance to 22 member communities in the Montachusett Region of greater north central Massachusetts, offering comprehensive planning, GIS data analysis, grant writing and administration, and transit/transportation planning services.
state MassDevelopment
MassDevelopment provides financing, real estate, and community development solutions to grow businesses, create opportunity, and energize cities and towns across Massachusetts. It aims to revitalize communities, expand housing, and create jobs.
state Massachusetts Alliance for Economic Development
MassEcon is a private, non-profit partnership of business, industry leaders, and government dedicated to the economic growth of Massachusetts. MassEcon's mission is to promote and champion Massachusetts as the best place to start, grow and locate a business.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo

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