Dedham town, Massachusetts
Dedham town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Dedham town is a geographic entity located in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 25,731. The land area covers 10.27 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 25,731 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 44.6 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 10,530 | ±267 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 10,828 | ±284 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 10,530 | ±267 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 298 | ±149 |
| Median Home Value | $661,800 | ±$16,359 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,042 | ±$182 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $128,955 | ±$9,667 |
| Per Capita Income | $69,824 | ±$4,067 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% | ±1.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,370 | ±374 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.1% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 14,298 | ±573 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.8% | ±2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 25,485 (2024)
ID: 183908
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: PAYROLL DEPT
450 WASHINGTON ST, UNIT 1, DEDHAM MA 02026-4458
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GUS Population: 740,754 (2024)
ID: 128100
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
614 HIGH ST, DEDHAM MA 02026-1897
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Dedham | 01-05 | Dedham, MA | |
| Regular School Dedham | 09-12 | Dedham, MA | |
| Regular School Dedham | 06-08 | Dedham, MA | |
| Regular School Dedham | PK-KG | Dedham, MA | |
| Regular School Dedham | 01-05 | Dedham, MA | |
| Regular School Dedham | 01-05 | Dedham, MA | |
| Regular School Dedham | 01-05 | Dedham, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Lynn, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Waban, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Revere, MA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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WALDEN BEHAVIORAL CARE, LLC
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Psychiatric | City address association | 10 CAREMATRIX DR, DEDHAM, MA, 02026 |
(781) 647-6727
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Curry College
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College | 3.3 mi away | 1071 Blue Hill Ave, Milton, MA, 02186-2395 |
6173330500
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DEDHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 43 CHURCH ST., DEDHAM, MA, 02026 |
(781) 751-9284
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William James College
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College | 3.5 mi away | One Wells Avenue, Newton, MA, 02459 |
6173276777
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ENDICOTT BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 257 MOUNT VERNON STREET, DEDHAM, MA, 02026 |
(781) 751-9287
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Boston Baptist College
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College | 3.6 mi away | 950 Metropolitan Ave, Boston, MA, 02136-4030 |
61736435100
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ISLINGTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 273 WASHINGTON STREET, WESTWOOD, MA, 02090 |
(781) 326-5914
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FINE Mortuary College
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College | 4.6 mi away | 150 Kerry Place, Norwood, MA, 02062 |
781762121122
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WESTWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 660 HIGH ST., WESTWOOD, MA, 02090 |
(781) 326-7562
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Franklin W Olin College of Engineering
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College | 5.4 mi away | 1000 Olin Way, Needham, MA, 02492-1200 |
7812922300
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at NORWOOD MEM AP, MA US, located 3.9 miles from Dedham town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.5° | 20.6° | 30.1° | 3.41" | — |
| February | 42.3° | 21.6° | 32.0° | 2.80" | — |
| March | 48.9° | 29.5° | 39.2° | 3.72" | — |
| April | 61.2° | 39.0° | 50.1° | 3.96" | — |
| May | 71.3° | 47.9° | 59.6° | 3.30" | — |
| June | 80.4° | 57.3° | 68.8° | 3.92" | — |
| July | 85.7° | 62.8° | 74.3° | 3.03" | — |
| August | 84.3° | 60.6° | 72.4° | 3.63" | — |
| September | 76.8° | 52.1° | 64.5° | 3.82" | — |
| October | 65.7° | 41.2° | 53.4° | 4.54" | — |
| November | 54.6° | 33.6° | 44.1° | 3.69" | — |
| December | 44.3° | 26.3° | 35.3° | 4.09" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dedham CDP | CDP | 0.0 mi | — |
| Needham CDP | CDP | 4.0 mi | — |
| Norwood CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Dover CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Milton CDP | CDP | 5.0 mi | — |
| Brookline CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2502116495. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.