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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Needham, MA vs Natick, MA

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Are people in Natick older or younger than people in Needham?
- The Median Age in Natick is 1.1 years younger than in Needham.

Are housing costs cheaper in Natick or Needham?
- Natick housing costs are 45.1% less expensive than Needham housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Natick or Needham?
- The average commute for residents of Natick is 2.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of Needham.

Things to do in Needham?
Needham MA lies west Boston popular primarily due its variety of activities like horse riding, golfing at Charles River Country Club or exploring nearby Hemlock Gorge where visitors may take part in different water sports or simply enjoy some peace & tranquility while walking along sandy beaches.

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.

 Needham, MANatick, MAUnited States
 Population  Unlock36,627329,725,481
 Median Income$182,813  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock42.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$1,269,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time30.35  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Natick    4 Reviews
Robert · Natick, MA
A+ for families. B- for others.
Over 5 years ago

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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Chantal · Natick, MA
Awesome
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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Barbara C · Natick, MA
The Town
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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