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Waltham, MA
Waltham · Middlesex County · MA 02451
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$678K
Median Price
9/100
Walk Score
7.9/10
Schools
27 min
to Boston, MA
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
79/100
CQuietness
60/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
9/100
WYLT Score56/100
Our Take
Waltham offers solid public schools and a stable, middle‑to‑upper income community, but it’s almost entirely car‑dependent with minimal transit. The housing cost is high relative to the median income, and new development often faces community pushback. If you’re a commuter to Boston and value a safe, family‑friendly environment, it’s worth considering, but be prepared for higher living costs and limited walkability.
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The Good
- ✓Excellent public schools
- ✓Proximity to Boston for commuters
- ✓Low flood risk
- ✓Strong median income indicating economic stability
Real Talk
- !Very car‑dependent, almost no pedestrian options
- !Public transit is limited and slow
- !Housing and rent prices are high relative to many surrounding areas
- !Community can be resistant to new development and change
- $Higher property taxes and utility costs in Massachusetts
- $Parking and car insurance add to monthly expenses
- $Cost of living (groceries, services) is above average
Best For
commuters to Bostonfamilies seeking strong schoolsmiddle to upper income householdsthose valuing stability over trendiness
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Waltham, MA
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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