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Revere, MA

Revere is a city in Suffolk County, Massachusetts, located approximately 5 miles (8.0 km) from downtown Boston. Founded as North Chelsea in 1846, it was renamed in 1871 after Revolutionary War patriot Paul Revere. In 1914, the Town of Revere was incorporated as a city. At the 2020 census, the city had a population of 62,186 inhabitants.

Revere's first inhabitants were Native Americans who belonged to the Pawtucket tribe and were known to colonists as the Rumney Marsh Indians. The Rumney Marsh was named by the English after Romney Marsh in Kent, England. Nanepashemet, known to colonists as "Sagamore George," was the leader, or Great Sachem of the Pawtucket Confederation of Abenaki People of Lynn (which at that time included present day Revere). Nanepashemet is thought to have sometimes lived near the Rumney Marsh. One branch of his family took "Rumney Marsh" as their surname.

In 1624, Samuel Maverick became the first colonist to settle in the area. He built his house at the site of the former Chelsea Naval Hospital (or Admiral's Hill). On June 17, 1630, John Winthrop, the first Governor of the Massachusetts Bay Company in New England joined him there for dinner.

In 1739, Rumney Marsh, Winnisemmet and Pullen Point were set off from Boston and established as the Town of Chelsea. The largest of the three settlements, Rumney Marsh (later to become North Chelsea) was selected as the Town Center.

In 1846, the town of North Chelsea was established. In 1852, Pullen Point seceded from North Chelsea and was established as the town of Winthrop. That same year, Chelsea became its own city. On March 24, 1871, a petition went into effect, changing the name of North Chelsea to the Town of Revere in honor of Paul Revere (1735–1818), the son of an immigrant who took part in the American Revolutionary War. Revere had gained popularity after the publication of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's 1860 poem "Paul Revere's Ride".

Revere borders the towns of Winthrop and Chelsea, and the Boston neighborhood of East Boston to the south, Everett and Malden to the west, Saugus and Lynn to the north, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 10 square miles (26 km2), of which 5.9 square miles (15 km2) is land and 4.1 square miles (11 km2) (40.98%) is water.

Revere places a strong emphasis on health and wellness to its residents. Revere HealthCare Center offers primary and specialty care for children, teens, adults and seniors from a convenient neighborhood location. Start your fitness journey at Planet Fitness and Iron Gym Fitness Center, which provides a wide range of exercise equipment and fitness classes. For a unique wellness experience, visit Ocean Yoga offering yoga and meditation sessions that promote mental and physical well-being. Enjoy a refreshing swim or join an aquatic fitness class at the Revere Recreation Center. Revere Beach provides an excellent outdoor space for walking, running, and beach workouts, with the added benefit of fresh ocean air. For martial arts enthusiasts, Revere Karate Academy offers classes that enhance fitness and self-discipline.
 

Top Sites in Revere, MA: Revere Beach, Belle Isle Marsh Reservation, Orient Heights Beach, and Northgate Shopping Center.

Population: 58,528 (2022). ZIP code: 02151. Area code: 339 / 781. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Area: 10 square miles (26 km2).
 

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What are the demographics of Revere, MA?

In 2021, there were 3.08 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (30.7k people) in Revere, MA than any other race or ethnicity. There were 9.97k White (Hispanic) and 6.66k Two+ (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups. 36.7% of the people in Revere, MA are hispanic (22.3k people).

What is Revere, MA known for?

Known until the mid-20th century as the “Coney Island of Boston” (with 3 miles [5 km] of beaches, a dog track, and entertainment facilities), Revere has declined as a tourist destination, but it remains primarily residential. Its historical sites include Tuttle House (1690), Ye Old Rumney Marsh Burial Grounds, and the birthplace of the author Horatio Alger.

Is Revere, MA a good place to live?

Revere, MA is recognized for its coastal geography and historical landmarks. There are around 52,000 people, so living in Revere offers the benefit of small-city living with the perks of a larger city. An interesting fact about the city is it's home to Revere Beach and the oldest public beach in the United States. Something else to note is it was originally named North Chelsea before being renamed in 1871 after Revolutionary War icon Paul Revere.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Revere

Britannica

Redfin

Datausa

Revere Beach 

Belle Isle Marsh Reservation 

Orient Heights Beach 

Northgate Shopping Center

Revere HealthCare Center

Iron Gym Fitness Center

Planet Fitness

Ocean Yoga

Revere Recreation Center

Revere Karate Academy 

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