Malden

Malden, Massachusetts Overview

Malden scores 58.5/100 overall (B+), ranking #8 of 20 cities in Massachusetts — below the state composite of 72.8. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 80/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 32/100.

Income & Employment in Malden

The median household income in Malden is $88,003, 13% below the statewide median of $101,370. The local unemployment rate of 3.6% is lower than the state’s 4.9%. Population grew 1.3% recently.

Safety in Malden

At 266 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Malden sits meaningfully below the Massachusetts average of 345 — a 30% lower gap. The property crime rate is 1410.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Malden

Malden 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 $607,500. Median monthly rent is $2,066. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Malden

Malden’s adult obesity rate of 25.4% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.9%. Residents report an average of 16.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Massachusetts ranks #2 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Malden

Malden has a high school graduation rate of 80.7%. The student-teacher ratio is 14.1:1. Local districts invest $19,186 per student, well above the national median. The city has 8 public schools serving 7,935 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Malden

The annual average temperature in Malden is 51.9°F. Summers average 69.1°F. Winters average 36°F. Precipitation is abundant at 55.6 inches per year. 15.1% of workers in Malden work from home, well above the national average. 21.4% of commuters use public transit. The mean commute time is 30.9 minutes, compared to 25.1 for Massachusetts overall.

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