Waltham

Waltham is a thriving community just a few miles from Boston offering a city within a city.

Welcome to Waltham

Known as the “Watch City” for its historical watch-making craftsmanship and home to the Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation, Waltham has deep roots as an innovative, economic powerhouse. Waltham’s Boston Manufacturing Company, the first modern factory, has now given way to “America’s Technology Highway” were leading technology, biotech and pharmaceutical companies such as Raytheon, Constant Contact and Thermo-Fisher have established their corporate headquarters.

This economic boom saw the construction of large office buildings, shopping centers and renovated factories turned loft apartments. Business executives and professionals relocating to the Waltham area moved into new apartment complexes as well as traditional Colonial homes. College students from Bentley and Brandis University, enjoy the hip and diverse culture of Waltham.

Waltham’s optimistic and hard-working culture has created a blossoming culinary scene that can be found on Moody Street—swanky and classy steakhouses like Osterio Post steal the show from Boston’s finest. Pho, tapas to tandoori kebobs can be found on this diverse, foodie strip. Another showstopper with locals is the Embassy Cinema, listed as the number one thing to visit in Waltham by Trip Advisor, featuring the latest independent films and newly released favorites.

Waltham is a pedestrian-friendly downtown, but it’s also part of The Charles River Bike Path offering trails and many green spaces such as Prospect Park for all outdoor activities. Waltham is a thriving community just a few miles from Boston offering a city within a city.
 
 
 

Overview for Waltham, MA

17,965 people live in Waltham, where the median age is 39.9 and the average individual income is $57,823. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

17,965

Total Population

39.9 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$57,823

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Waltham, MA

Waltham has 7,586 households, with an average household size of 2.35. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Waltham do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 17,965 people call Waltham home. The population density is 3,376.85 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

17,965

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

39.9

Median Age

50.97 / 49.03%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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10-17 Years

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
7,586

Total Households

2.35

Average Household Size

$57,823

Average individual Income

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Commute Time

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30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Waltham, MA

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The following schools are within or nearby Waltham. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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