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Braintree Town, MA

Braintree officially the Town of Braintree, is a municipality in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States. Although officially known as a town, Braintree is a city, with a mayor-council form of government, and is considered a city under Massachusetts law. The population was 39,143 at the 2020 census. The city is part of the Greater Boston area with access to the MBTA Red Line and is a member of the Metropolitan Area Planning Council's South Shore Coalition. The first mayor of Braintree was Joe Sullivan who served until January 2020. The current mayor of Braintree is Charles Kokoros.

Braintree, Massachusetts, is named after Braintree, Essex, in England. The town was first chartered in 1640. Later, some sections of Braintree formed separate municipalities: Quincy (1792), Randolph (1793), and Holbrook (1872).

Braintree was colonized in 1635 and incorporated in 1640. The town is named after the Essex town of Braintree. Its boundaries initially were larger, but some portions were split into the municipalities of Quincy (incorporated in 1792), Randolph (1793), and Holbrook (1872). Braintree was part of Suffolk County until the formation of Norfolk County in 1793.

In 1888, the villages of Braintree and South Braintree were separate communities within the town of Braintree. In 1920, Braintree was the site of the murders that led to the trial of Sacco and Vanzetti. During that same decade, the town's population grew by more than 50%.

Braintree shares borders with Quincy to the north, Randolph to the west (separated by the Cochato River), Holbrook to the south, and Weymouth to the east. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 14.5 square miles (37.6 km2), of which 13.9 square miles (36.0 km2) is land and 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km2) is water. The total area is 4.34% water Park and recreation locations in Braintree include Pond Meadow Park, Sunset Lake, and Blue Hills Reservation.

Braintree has a humid continental climate with some maritime influence. Summers are typically warm to hot, rainy, and humid, while winters oscillate between periods of cold rain and snow, with cold temperatures. Spring and fall are usually mild, with varying conditions dependent on wind direction and jet stream positioning. Prevailing wind patterns that blow offshore minimize the influence of the Atlantic Ocean.

Braintree places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Blue Hills Medical Associates and Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Braintree are healthcare centers offering primary care and specialize in various medical fields. Planet Fitness and Fit Factory Braintree provide a friendly and non-intimidating gym environment. Start with a rejuvenating yoga session at Open Doors Yoga Studios, where classes range from beginner to advanced levels. For those who prefer a high-energy workout, CrossFit 617 offers a challenging fitness regime. Relax and recover with a therapeutic massage at Elements Massage. 

Top Sites in Braintree Town, MA are Pond Meadow Park, South Shore Plaza, Space Zero, and Blue Hills Reservation.
 

ZIP Code: 02184 / 02185. Area code: 339 / 781. Elevation: 90 ft (27 m). Area: 14.5 square miles (37.6 km2). Population: 39,143 (2020).

FAQs

Is Braintree MA a good area?

Braintree, MA, is recognized for its rich history and historic houses. There are about 37,000 residents, so if you plan on moving to Braintree, you can expect a welcoming and small-town feel. Another fascinating fact about Braintree is that it borders the 6,000-acre Blue Hills Reservation, which features hiking and mountain biking in the summer and downhill skiing in the winter. Braintree, MA is also a home to many fun activities like watching the sunset at one of its many parks, to enjoying a bite to eat at fan-favorite restaurants.

What is Braintree, MA famous for?

The town became known for its dairy farms and bountiful harvest. By the late 18th century, New Braintree was shipping its annual production of cheese, other dairy products, and beef to Boston and had attained a high degree of prosperity. Over 1,000 milking cows resided in New Braintree by the 19th century and the town produced over 200,000 pounds of cheese annually. Other thriving industries in the town included a broom-making factory, a blacksmith shop, saw and grist mills, and a shoe and boot factory. 

What is the median income in Braintree, MA?

In 2022, Braintree Town, MA had a population of 38.7k people with a median age of 41.4 and a median household income of $120,593. Between 2021 and 2022 the population of Braintree Town, MA grew from 38,712 to 38,748, a 0.093% increase and its median household income grew from $114,916 to $120,593, a 4.94% increase. The largest industries in Braintree Town, MA are Health Care & Social Assistance (3,533 people), Educational Services (2,661 people), and Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services (2,394 people), and the highest paying industries are Information ($141,641), Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services ($99,000), and Utilities ($97,026).

Sources

Town of Braintree

Wikipedia

New Braintree MA

Redfin

Data USA

Pond Meadow Park

South Shore Plaza

Space Zero

Blue Hills Reservation

Blue Hills Medical Associates

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Braintree

Planet Fitness
Fit Factory Braintree

Open Doors Yoga Studios

CrossFit 617

Elements Massage

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