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Burlington, MA vs Watertown Town, MA

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Are people in Watertown Town older or younger than people in Burlington?
- The Median Age in Watertown Town is 5.0 years younger than in Burlington.

Are housing costs cheaper in Watertown Town or Burlington?
- Watertown Town housing costs are 12.3% less expensive than Burlington housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Watertown Town or Burlington?
- The average commute for residents of Watertown Town is 1.9 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Burlington.

Things to do in Burlington?
Burlington, MA is a city located in the Greater Boston area. It is home to many high-tech companies, shopping areas, universities, and other attractions. The towns of Woburn and Bedford border Burlington along with several other cities.

Things to do in Watertown Town?
Watertown Town, Massachusetts is found in Middlesex county offering its citizens great recreational activities such as Arsenal Fields plus stores like Watertown Square Shopping Center and dining spots near Boat House Bar & Grille.

 Burlington, MAWatertown Town, MAUnited States
 Population  Unlock35,171329,725,481
 Median Income$124,755  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock3938.4
 Avg. Home Price$750,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time29.2  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Watertown Town    4 Reviews

I’ve lived in Watertown for 3½ years after living in Cambridge. It’s slightly further out and could use a couple more MBTA bus lines to make being car-free easier  More

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Over 16 years ago

Watertown has "small town charm" in abundance despite literally sharing borders with both Boston and  More

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I first lived in Watertown several years ago as fresh college grad, and now I've been here again for 2 years with my husband and son. In both instances, I've loved it.   More

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