ZIP Code 01752

Marlborough is a city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. It was first settled in 1657 by 14 men led by Edmund Rice, John Ruddock, John Howe and a third John named John Bent. Marlborough became a prosperous industrial town in the 19th century and made the transition to high technology industry in the late 20th century after the construction of the Massachusetts Turnpike. The city celebrated its centennial in 1990, when it changed its municipal charter from a New England town meeting system to a mayorcouncil government. The population was 41,793 at the 2020 census, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, and is expected to grow to 41,900 by the end of the decade. It is located at the intersection of two Indian trails, Nashua Trail and Connecticut path. The village was named after Marlboro, the market town in Wiltshire, England. The town was declared a town in 1660, and was incorporated as a city as a result in 1890. It became a major shoe manufacturing center, producing boots for Union soldiers, as well as footwear for the civilian population. Famous Famous Frye boots were manufactured here from 1875 to 1929, and The Rockport Company, founded in 1971, maintained an outlet in the city until 2017. In 1836, Samuel Boyd, known as the "father of the city," and his brother Joseph, opened the first shoe manufacturing business - an act that would change the community forever. The company left the bell in the hands of one Mrs. Elizabeth Snyder for 30 years, returning in 1892 to bring it back to Marlburgh.

History

Marlborough was first settled in 1657 by 14 men led by Edmund Rice, John Ruddock, John Howe and a third John named John Bent. The settlement was almost destroyed by Native Americans in 1676 during King Philip's War. By 1890, with a population of 14,000, Marlborough had become a major shoe manufacturing center, producing boots for Union soldiers, as well as footwear for the civilian population. The city's official seal was decorated with a factory, a shoe box, and a pair of boots when it was incorporated as a city in 1890. George Washington, who visited the Williams Tavern soon after his inauguration in 1789, stopped at its inns and taverns, including George Washington's Tavern. In 1990, when the city celebrated its centennial, the festivities included the construction of a park in acknowledgment of the shoe industry, featuring statues by the sculptor David Kapopolous. In November 2010, the Governor of Massachusetts announced a $3 million grant to the city to fund infrastructure improvements along U.S. Route 20 to aid commercial development. The town's population has increased to over 38,000 at the time of the 2010 census. The village was named after Marlboro, the market town in Wiltshire, England, and it is located 18 miles west of Boston. It was one of the seven "Praying Indian Towns" because they were converted to Christianity by the Rev. John Eliot of Roxbury. In 1674 a deed was drawn up dividing the land between the settlers and the natives and this is the only record of names of the natives.

Geography

Marlborough is located at 42°213N 71°3251W (42.350909, 71.547530) It is bordered by six municipalities: Berlin, Hudson, Sudbury, Framingham, Southborough, and Northborough. The Assabet River cuts across the northwest corner of the city. Within city limits are three large lakes, known as Lake Williams, Millham Reservoir and Fort Meadow Reservoir. The city is crossed by Interstate 495, U.S. Route 20 and Massachusetts Route 85. The eastern terminus of Interstate 290 is also in Marlborough. It is located on the Massachusetts Turnpike, which runs from Boston to New York City. It was the site of the World War II Battle of the Bulge, which took place in World War I and II. The town was named after the town of Marlboro, Massachusetts, which was founded in 1881. It has a population of 3,000, the highest of any city in the United States, and the lowest of any town in New England. It also has the highest percentage of people of color in the state, with 1.8% of the population. The highest percentage is among the residents of Northborough, at 1.9%. The city has a total area of 22.2 square miles (57 km²), of which, 21.1 square miles. (55 km²) of it is land and 1.1 sq miles (2.8 km² of it (4.87%) is water.

Demographics

As of the census of 2000, there were 36,255 people, 14,501 households, and 9,280 families residing in the city. The racial makeup of the city was 87.70% White, 2.17% African American, 0.20% Native American, 3.76% Asian, 0,04% Pacific Islander, 3,27% from other races, and 2.86% from two or more races. The city's population was spread out, with 23.3% under the age of 18, 7.0% from 18 to 24, 36.7% from 25 to 44, 21.5% from 45 to 64, and 11.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there are 97.2 males. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size was 3.07. the city's median income was $56,879, and the median income for a family was $70,385. The per capita income for the city is $28,723. About 8.9% of those under age 18 and 10.3%. of those age 65 or over. were below the poverty line, including 6.8% ofThose under age 24 and 9.3. of those over age 65. There were 14,903 housing units at an average density of 706.8 per square mile (272.8/km²).

Economy

Marlborough is home to numerous businesses, stores and restaurants. Companies from a wide variety of industries with a significant presence in Marlborough include TJX, Raytheon, Hewlett-Packard, AMD, Navilyst Medical, Netezza, Boston Scientific, Sunovion (formerly Sepracor), AT&T, Apple Inc., Egenera, Evergreen Solar, Fidelity Investments, Quest Diagnostics, Lucent Technologies, VCE, Cavium, Hologic, NAPA Auto Parts and the many other businesses large and small that provide the strong business community in the city. The Chamber of Commerce represents the business needs of over 650 businesses and thousands of employees in the area. The chamber's role has included working with the MetroWest Regional Transit Authority to improve transportation options and to obtain recognition for Marlboro's Downtown Village as a cultural district. The city is located in MetroWest Massachusetts and has a population of around 4,000. It is located on the Massachusetts Turnpike, which runs through the town of Cambridge. The town's population is around 3,000, and it has a GDP of $1.2 billion. The state's economy is estimated to be around $2.7 billion, and the city has a unemployment rate of less than 1%. The city's economy has been in decline since the recession of 2008, when it suffered a loss of more than 1.5 percent of its population. It has suffered a further loss of population since then.

Education

Marlborough High School is a public high school in Massachusetts. Marlborough Middle School is also a middle school. The town has a number of private schools and parochial schools. There are no after-school programs in the town. The school district has more than 1,000 students in grades K5 to 912. It also has a high school, middle school, and elementary school. It has a charter school, a private school and a parochially-run school. In addition to the public schools, the town has several private schools, including a private charter school and an after- school program for children who want to stay after school.

Transportation

Marlborough is located near the intersection of Routes 495, 290, 20 and the Massachusetts Turnpike. It is connected to neighboring towns and cities by MWRTA. The MetroWest Regional Transit Authority (MWRTA) operates a regional bus service. A number of private Taxi/Limousine services have been listed as being operated in Marlborough e.g.Marlborough City Taxi, American Way, Etc. The town is served by two Interstate, one U.S Highway and one state highways. It also has a number of local businesses, including a local bank, a post office, a bank, and a hospital. It has a population of around 2,000 people (as of the 2010 Census). It is located in the MetroWest region of the state, which includes the towns of Ashland, Framingham, Holliston, Hopkinton, Milford, Marlboro, Sudbury, Sherborn, Natick and Weston. The city is also served by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) which provides a series of regional bus lines. The MBTA runs routes 7, 7C and 7D through the city. It provides public transportation to the towns and surrounding areas of the Metro West region, including the cities and towns of Framingham and Holliston. It runs through the downtown area and connects multiple Shopping Complexes/Malls, residential localities and MarLborough Hospital. Transfers can be made between routes 7 and 7C at the Marlburgh City Hall stop.

Arts

Ghost Light Players is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization based in Marlborough. The group has been performing in and around the area since 2012. productions include Hamlet, Dog Sees God, Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, Godspell, and Love Comics. The company is a member of the New England Shakespeare Festival.

Points of interest

The town is home to the Marlborough Center Historic District and the New England Sports Center. Marlboro Airport (closed) is located in the historic district. The town is also home to Callahan State Park and the Assabet River Rail Trail. It is also the home of the Marlowe Memorial Beach, which is a popular tourist attraction. The city also has a number of other points of interest, such as the John J. Carroll Water Treatment Plant and the Solomon Pond Mall, which are located near the town's historic center. It also has its own state park, which was built in the early 1900s, and a state park which was completed in the 1930s. In addition, the town has a large number of historic buildings, including the Marlawley House, which dates back to the 17th century, and the First World War-era John Brown Bell, which stood on the site of the original town hall. It was built by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the late 1800s and is now a National Historic Site. The Marlawe River runs through the town, and is used as a route for the Massachusetts Turnpike and New England Rail Trail, as well as for the New York and New Jersey Turnpikes. The Town also has several cemeteries, including Brigham Cemetery and Rocklawn Cemetery, which were established in the 19th century. In the early 20th century the town also had its first public library, which opened in 1881.

Air Quality, Water Quality, Superfund Sites & UV Index

The Air Quality index is in Marlborough, Middlesex County, Massachusetts = 43.5. These Air Quality index is based on annual reports from the EPA. Higher values are better (100=best). The number of ozone alert days is used as an indicator of air quality, as are the amounts of seven pollutants including particulates, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, lead, and volatile organic chemicals. The Water Quality Index is 43. A measure of the quality of an area’s water supply as rated by the EPA. Higher values are better (100=best). The EPA has a complex method of measuring the watershed quality, using 15 indicators such as pollutants, turbidity, sediments, and toxic discharges. The Superfund Sites Index is 10. Higher is better (100=best). Based upon the number and impact of EPA Superfund pollution sites in the county, including spending on the cleanup efforts. The UV Index in Marlborough = 3.5 and is a measure of an area's exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays. This is most often a combination of sunny weather, altitude, and latitude. The UV Index has been defined by the WHO (www.who.int/news-room/questions-and-answers/item/radiation-the-ultraviolet-(uv)-index) and is uniform worldwide.

Employed

The most recent city population of 7,495 individuals with a median age of 39.5 age the population grows by 5.37% in Marlborough, Middlesex County, Massachusetts population since 2000 and are distributed over a density of 2,003.12 residents per square mile of area (773.41/km²). There are average 2.45 people per household in the 15,354 households with an average household income of $69,425 a year. The unemployment rate in Alabama is 6.70% of the available work force and has dropped -3.26% over the most recent 12-month period and the projected change in job supply over the next decade based on migration patterns, economic growth, and other factors will increase by 26.78%. The number of physicians in Marlborough per 100,000 population = 389.3.

Weather

The annual rainfall in Marlborough = 44.9 inches and the annual snowfall = 47.6 inches. The annual number of days with measurable precipitation (over .01 inch) = 123. The average number of days per year that are predominantly sunny = 202. 84 degrees Fahrenheit is the average daily high temperature for the month of July and 15.7 degrees Fahrenheit is the average daily low temperature for the month of January. The Comfort Index (higher=better) is 49, where higher values mean a more pleasant climate. The Comfort Index measure recognizes that humidity by itself isn't the problem. (Have you noticed nobody ever complains about the weather being 'cold and humid?) It's in the summertime that we notice the humidity the most, when it's hot and muggy. Our Comfort Index uses a combination of afternoon summer temperature and humidity to closely predict the effect that the humidity will have on people.

Median Home Cost

The percentage of housing units in Marlborough, Middlesex County, Massachusetts which are owned by the occupant = 58.72%. A housing unit is a house, apartment, mobile home, or room occupied as separate living quarters. The average age of homes = 39 years with median home cost = $198,200 and home appreciation of -10.44%. This is the value of the years most recent home sales data. Its important to note that this is not the average (or arithmetic mean). The median home price is the middle value when you arrange all the sales prices of homes from lowest to highest. This is a better indicator than the average, because the median is not changed as much by a few unusually high or low values. The property tax rate of $11.70 shown here is the rate per $1,000 of home value. If for simplification for example the tax rate is $14.00 and the home value is $250,000, the property tax would be $14.00 x ($250,000/1000), or $3500. This is the 'effective' tax rate.

Study

The local school district spends $8,376 per student. There are 12.5 students for each teacher in the school, 2294 students for each Librarian and 353 students for each Counselor. 7.15% of the area’s population over the age of 25 with an Associate Degree or other 2-year college degree, 22.46% with a master’s degree, Ph.D. or other advanced college degree and 12.93% with high school diplomas or high school equivalency degrees (GEDs).