Framingham

Framingham, Massachusetts Overview

With a composite score of 61.4/100 and a A grade, Framingham ranks #6 of 20 cities in Massachusetts. Its strongest showing is in Safety (80/100), while Outdoor Access (32/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Framingham

The median household income in Framingham is $103,841, 2% above the statewide median of $101,370. The local unemployment rate of 3.4% is lower than the state’s 4.9%. Population grew 1% recently.

Safety in Framingham

Framingham reports 294.5 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 345 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 1125.7 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Framingham

Framingham has a cost of living index of 111.6 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $600,600. Median monthly rent is $1,853. Renters spend 21.4% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Framingham

Framingham’s adult obesity rate of 26.3% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.5%. Residents report an average of 16.9 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Massachusetts ranks #2 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Framingham

Framingham has a high school graduation rate of 83%. The student-teacher ratio of 11.5:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $23,933 per student, well above the national median. The city has 15 public schools serving 9,422 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Framingham

The annual average temperature in Framingham is 51.9°F. Summers average 69.2°F. Winters average 35.6°F. Precipitation is abundant at 59.1 inches per year. 15.3% of workers in Framingham work from home, well above the national average.

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