Wayland, MA

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Wayland, Massachusetts, is a prosperous town just 30 minutes from Boston. While its location between Boston and Worcester provides quick, easy access to an array of activities, amenities, and creature comforts, Wayland also maintains its small-town charm and appreciation for the quiet, natural beauty that surrounds the town. Wayland is also recognized as having one of the best public school districts in the state. 

Things to Do in Wayland, MA

Wayland Town Beach: On Lake Cochituate’s North Pond is the community’s crown jewel when it comes to outdoor recreation. The lake features seasonal lifeguards, boating, swimming, and rentals of kayaks, canoes, stand-up-paddle boards, and pedal boats. There’s also a snack bar, playground with tetherball, and more.

Wayland Town Center: The local shopping destination is the Wayland Town Center, 20 minutes from downtown Boston that features more than 30 stores, businesses, and restaurants and 17,000 square feet of medical office space run primarily by Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.

Sandy Burr Country Club: Since 1922, the Sandy Burr Country Club has been catering to those who enjoy the golf club lifestyle. It’s a great way to spend a few hours relaxing on the greens. There are men’s, women’s, and junior clinics, as well as golf outings and tournaments. If you work up an appetite during your game, stop in at The Grill at Sandy Burr for favorites like salads, wings, wraps, grilled chicken, and more. The restaurant also serves breakfast between 6 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Moodz Spa, Salon, and Boutique: When you’re ready for a little bit of pampering and self-love, book some time at Moodz for salon services, skin care services, massage therapies, nail treatments, spa packages, and more.

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Education in Wayland, Massachusetts

Wayland has repeatedly earned awards for its public-school education, including a number three place on the list of “Best Public High Schools in Boston” in 2019 and also ranked high on the Massachusetts list of “Suburbs with the Best Public Schools.

Public schools in the community are managed by Wayland Public Schools and include Loker Elementary School, Happy Hollow Elementary, Wayland High School, and Wayland Middle School.

There are also numerous private schools in the town, including Veritas Christian Academy and The Goddard School of Wayland.

For those moving on to higher education, there are a wide variety of colleges nearby, including Boston’s 35 colleges, universities, and community colleges.

The Climate in Wayland, Massachusetts

The town of Wayland enjoys sunshine approximately 201 days of the year, which is almost as much as the national average of 205 sunny days annually. 

Sunny summer days in July reach about 83 degrees, far below 100, and comfortable for enjoying the outdoor recreation in and around Wayland.

There are about 131 days in Wayland with measurable precipitation. The area gets more than its fair share of rain, coming in at 48 inches compared to the country’s 38 inches. It also gets above-average snowfall with 50 inches annually, far above the country’s average of 28 inches of snow.

January winter lows drop to just 16 degrees, ideal for preserving those snowmen and making snowballs and snow angels!

Living in Wayland, Massachusetts

Wayland, in Middlesex County’s 01778 zip code, has a population of 13,954 in an area that spans 15.2 square miles. 

Among Wayland’s residents, the median estimated household income is around $177,842, more than twice the median household income for the state, which is $85,843.

Houses in the area range from small and historic to luxury homes and new construction. While there is a wide range of price points, the estimated median home value is $905,991, more than twice the median home value for the rest of Massachusetts, which is $418,600.

Public Transportation in Wayland, MA

Routes 10 and 11 of the MetroWest Regional Transit Authority are two bus routes in Wayland, Massachusetts. 

There are two airports near Wayland, including the Worcester Regional Airport and the Boston Logan International Airport.

Conclusion

Relaxation, luxury, and comfort describe the vibe of Wayland, Massachusetts, an area infused with town spirit, community pride, and quality education. In addition to its recognition as being among the best districts in the state, Wayland has also repeatedly made lists of Best Places to Live.