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By Jenna Caldwell, The Boston Report. Updated Oct. 27, 2026.
Medford is a Middlesex County city on the Mystic River about 5 miles north of downtown Boston. The 2020 Census counted 59,659 residents. Tufts University’s main campus sits on the Medford-Somerville line, and the MBTA Green Line Extension now reaches the city.
Medford has a mayor, a City Council and a School Committee chaired by the mayor. This page collects our Medford coverage, including the high school building project, and links the official resources residents use most.
- Population (2020 Census): 59,659
- Getting there: The Green Line Extension ends at Medford/Tufts station, and MBTA buses link Medford Square to Wellington and Sullivan Square on the Orange Line.
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Medford FAQ
How is Medford, MA governed?
Medford has a mayor, a City Council and a School Committee chaired by the mayor.
How far is Medford from Boston?
About 5 miles north of downtown Boston, on the Mystic River.
How many people live in Medford, MA?
The 2020 U.S. Census counted 59,659 residents.
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