RANK #666 / 996 · POP 1,623,109 · MA
PROJECTED GROWTH: +0.2%
Concord, Massachusetts, a town within Middlesex County, holds historical significance as the site of the first armed conflicts of the American Revolutionary War, alongside Lexington. Located west and northwest of Boston, Middlesex County offers a blend of suburban and urban environments. Commuting to Boston is feasible, with options including the MBTA commuter rail from towns like Concord and West Concord, and various shuttle services connecting to MBTA stations like Alewife. The county features diverse natural scenery, including rivers like the Merrimack and Concord, and notable spots like Walden Pond and the expansive Middlesex Fells Reservation, providing opportunities for hiking, biking, and boating.
Life in Middlesex County is characterized by a high quality of life, supported by strong educational institutions, including Harvard University and MIT in Cambridge, and top-rated public schools across many towns. The economy is driven by innovation, with a concentration of technology, education, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors. While the county experienced a slight decline in employment between September 2024 and September 2025, average weekly wages saw a significant increase, making Middlesex County among the highest in the U.S. for average weekly wages. This economic landscape attracts professionals and families seeking both career opportunities and community amenities.
Above national median (4.7x)
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Below-average climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing is fairly valued at 5.2x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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Middlesex County has a Boom Town Index score of 33/100, ranking #666 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at -0.5% and a median household income of $121,304, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Middlesex County is $654,300 with median rent at $2,004/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.1854, which is less affordable than the national average.
Population growth: -0.0% year-over-year. Job growth: -0.5%. Home values changed +1.3% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 2.77% of Middlesex County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.