Methuen is a city in Essex County, Massachusetts. A mere 25 miles north of Boston, Methuen holds a respect for its historic past, a dedication to the working families that make up its present, and a strong belief in education for its future. It is a city where diverse cultures share common goals and visions, where people can live, work and enjoy life, and businesses can grow and prosper. We invite you to experience all that Methuen has to offer.
Methuen has a thriving commercial sector which brings tax revenues and employment opportunities. Methuen is becoming a Mecca of sorts for the medical community with the presence of a top light hospital and medical offices.
Rich in history, Methuen benefits from the philanthropy of three prominent families. The Nevins Memorial Library, the Searls Organ Hall, Searls Castle, Tenney Gatehouse and Civil War Monument are but a few.
Despite Methuen's growth, plenty of open space and recreational areas give families a chance to relax, Forest Lake offers a town beach and picnic area. There are two golf courses, a high school hockey rink and numerous playgrounds. In addition to the public schools, the community offers two private religious schools.
Numerous Parks, Shopping centers, strong schools and community organizations make Methuen a diverse historic community with loads of opportunities.
Methuen offers a wide variety of housing with its executive family neighborhoods, beautiful new construction and condominiums. Three wealthy and prominent families--the Nevins, the Tenneys and the Searles--played a significant role in Methuen's history and development. Thanks to these families, the town can boast of some of its finest landmarks including the Nevins Memorial Library, the Searles building, Tenney Gatehouse, Nevins Home, Spicket Falls, and the Civil War Monument between Pleasant and Charles Streets.
Housing Cost
Estimated median house or condo value in 2008: $282,686
Mean prices in 2008: All housing units: $291,748; Detached houses: $308,370; Townhouses or other attached units: $221,177; In 2-unit structures: $286,212; In 3-to-4-unit structures: $235,504; In 5-or-more-unit structures: $190,620
Demographics
Population in July 2008: 44,055. Methuen covers 22.4 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 115 feet above sea level. Zip codes: 01844
Weather
Methuen, MA climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and very cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 20's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 82.90 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 14.50 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 23 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 20 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Methuen is 44.09 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is April with an average rainfall of 4.06 Inches.
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e common goals and visions, where people can live, work and enjoy life, and businesses can grow and prosper. We invite you to experience all that Methuen has to offer.