Malden, Massachusetts
Malden: The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It is located on the Merrimack River in northeastern Massachusetts. Malden is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Malden Public Library and the Malden Historical Society.
About
Malden is a city located in the county of Middlesex in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 59,450 and a population density of 4,516 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 59,922 inhabitants.
The city was created 385 years ago in 1639.
Quick Facts about Malden
| Population : | 59,922 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County : | Middlesex County |
| Postal code : | 02148 |
| Area : | 13.16 km2 |
| Altitude : | 13 feet / 4 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1640 (385 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 17:05:39 (12th May 2025) |
| Density : | 4,552 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 0.79% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Malden is located at 42°25'30"N 71°3'58"W (42.4251000, -71.0661600).
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- Official Website
Official website of Malden
Demographics
The population of Malden increased by 0.79% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 59,450 | - | census |
| 2011 | 60,131 | 1.13% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 60,591 | 0.76% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 60,938 | 0.57% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 61,217 | 0.46% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 61,383 | 0.27% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 61,276 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 61,079 | -0.32% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 60,735 | -0.57% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 60,470 | -0.44% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 59,922 | -0.91% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Malden
1 Pine Banks Park
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2 Fellsmere Park
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3 Bell Rock Memorial Park
Main St & Wigglesworth Street, Malden, MA 02148, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Devir Park
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5 Callahan Park
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Other Places in Malden
1 Malden City Hall
215 Pleasant St, Malden, MA 02148 ➦ Show Map
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2 Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education
75 Pleasant St, Malden, MA 02148, United States ➦ Show Map
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People born in Malden (102)
People born in Malden, including Cartoonist Ben Yomen, U.S. military veteran Barbara E. Gove, actress Edna May Oliver, .
List
- Jack Albertson (American character actor) he was born in 01/01/1910
- Erle Stanley Gardner (American writer and lawyer) he was born in 17/07/1889
- Adoniram Judson (American missionary) he was born in 09/08/1788
- Frank Stella (American artist) he was born in 01/01/1936
- Mark Morrisroe (American photographer) he was born in 10/01/1959
- Frederick Arthur Leuchter, Jr. (American holocaust denier) he was born in 07/02/1943
- Chester Barnard (American businessman) he was born in 07/11/1886
- Timothy Dexter (United States merchant) he was born in 22/01/1747
- Gary Cherone (singer-songwriter) he was born in 26/07/1961
- Benjamin Franklin Whittemore (Union Army chaplain and american politicians (1824-1894)) he was born in 18/05/1824
- Josh Greenfeld (American writer) he was born in 27/02/1928
- Norman Greenbaum (American recording artist; singer-songwriter) he was born in 20/11/1942
- Dan Ross (Player of American football (1957-2006)) he was born in 09/02/1957
- David Sacco (American ice hockey player) he was born in 31/07/1971
- Richard Rodenheiser (American ice hockey player) he was born in 17/10/1932
- Ed Ames (American singer and actor) he was born in 09/07/1927
- Ed Emberley (American children's illustrator and writer) he was born in 19/10/1931
- Ed Markey (American politician) he was born in 11/07/1946
Schools in Malden
College & universities near Malden, MA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 373678 | New England Hair Academy | Malden (MA) | 02148 |
| 442815 | The Salter School-Malden Campus | Malden (MA) | 02148 |
| 407179 | Empire Beauty School-Malden | Malden (MA) | 02148 |
| 165556 | Lincoln Technical Institute-Somerville | Somerville (MA) | 02145 |
| 166407 | Lawrence Memorial Hospital School of Nursing | Medford (MA) | 02155 |
Stations (20)
Amtrak & bus stations near Malden, MA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BON | North Station | 100 Legends Way | RAIL |
| BOS | South Station | 2 South Station | RAIL |
| BBY | Back Bay station | 145 Dartmouth St. | RAIL |
| WOB | Anderson Regional Transportation Center | 100 Atlantic Ave. | RAIL |
| RTE | Route 128 station | 50 University Ave | RAIL |
Post offices near Malden
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Malden Post Office | Malden (MA) | 02148 |
| Ever Post Office | Everett (MA) | 02149 |
| Chelsea Carrier Annex Post Office | Chelsea (MA) | 02150 |
| Medford Post Office | Medford (MA) | 02155 |
| Melr Post Office | Melrose (MA) | 02176 |
Other places with the same name (4)
- Malden , Missouri city in Missouri with a population of 3,858 people.
- Malden , Illinois village in Illinois with a population of 338 people.
- Malden , Washington town of Washington state with a population of 199 people.
Other cities in Middlesex County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Middlesex County , MA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge | 119,192 | The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Lowell | 110,904 | The third most populous city in Massachusetts. |
| City of Lowell | 109,945 | The third most populous city in Massachusetts. |
| City of Cambridge | 107,289 | City in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Newton | 87,803 | The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Somerville | 80,935 | A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| City of Somerville | 75,754 | A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Framingham | 73,892 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Framingham Center | 65,413 | A census-designated place (CDP) in Framingham, Massachusetts. |
| Waltham | 62,069 | A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Medford | 60,847 | The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Everett | 46,107 | A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Arlington | 45,169 | Town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Billerica | 43,021 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Woburn | 40,135 | A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Marlborough | 39,290 | City in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Malden distances to largest Massachusetts cities
