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Natick, MA vs Watertown Town, MA

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Are people in Watertown Town older or younger than people in Natick?
- The Median Age in Watertown Town is 3.3 years younger than in Natick.

Are housing costs cheaper in Watertown Town or Natick?
- Watertown Town housing costs are 5.6% less expensive than Natick housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Watertown Town or Natick?
- The average commute for residents of Watertown Town is 5.2 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Natick.

Things to do in Natick?
Natick, Massachusetts is found in Middlesex County offering its citizens great recreational activities such as Cochituate State Park plus stores like Natick Mall and dining spots near SKYLINE BISTRO+LOUNGE.

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.

 Natick, MAWatertown Town, MAUnited States
 Population  Unlock35,171329,725,481
 Median Income$122,914  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock3938.4
 Avg. Home Price$697,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time32.55  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Natick    4 Reviews

I've lived in Natick since the summer of 2006. Here is my honest review. Pros: 1. We landed here for its proximity to Boston via the Commuter Rail, and right now  More

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Over 10 years ago

They have public transportation (a bus). And the city has two stops on the commuter rail to Boston. I like  More

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Over 15 years ago

Natick is a suburb of Boston, approximately 22 miles west. The public schools here are known for their high quality. The town itself is very family-oriented. I love  More

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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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