Revere, Massachusetts
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| Revere, Massachusetts | |
|---|---|
| Name | Revere |
| Settlement type | City |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision name1 | Massachusetts |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name2 | Suffolk |
| Established title | Settled |
| Established date | 1630 |
| Established title2 | Incorporated (town) |
| Established date2 | 1846 |
| Established title3 | Incorporated (city) |
| Established date3 | 1914 |
| Government type | Mayor–council |
| Leader title | Mayor |
| Leader name | Patrick M. Keefe Jr. |
| Area total km2 | 26.0 |
| Area land km2 | 10.0 |
| Area water km2 | 16.0 |
| Area total sq mi | 10.0 |
| Area land sq mi | 3.9 |
| Area water sq mi | 6.2 |
| Elevation m | 4.6 |
| Elevation ft | 15 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Population total | 62,186 |
| Population density km2 | 6,218.6 |
| Population density sq mi | 15,945.1 |
| Timezone | Eastern |
| Utc offset | −5 |
| Timezone DST | EDT |
| Utc offset DST | −4 |
| Coordinates | 42, 24, 30, N... |
| Postal code type | ZIP Code |
| Postal code | 02151 |
| Area code | 339/781 |
| Blank name | FIPS code |
| Blank info | 25-56585 |
| Blank1 name | GNIS feature ID |
| Blank1 info | 0614305 |
| Website | revere.org |
Revere, Massachusetts. A coastal city in Suffolk County, it is located approximately five miles north of downtown Boston. Incorporated as a town in 1846 and as a city in 1914, it is named for the American patriot Paul Revere. The city is historically renowned for Revere Beach, the first public beach in the United States, established in 1896.
History
The area was originally part of Rumney Marsh, settled in 1630 and later incorporated as the town of Chelsea. Following the American Revolutionary War, the northern precinct of Chelsea separated and was renamed in honor of Paul Revere in 1871. The 19th century saw significant development with the arrival of the Boston and Maine Railroad, which spurred growth and made Revere Beach a major recreational destination. The city's 20th-century history was shaped by immigration waves, including large communities from Italy and Ireland, and later from Latin America and the Middle East. Notable events include the destructive Great Hurricane of 1938 and the hosting of the first-ever sand sculpting competition in the United States in 2004.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 10.0 square miles, of which 3.9 square miles is land and 6.2 square miles is water. It borders the Massachusetts Bay to the east, Winthrop across the Belle Isle Inlet, Chelsea to the south, Everett and Malden to the west, and Saugus and Lynn to the north. Major geographic features include the extensive Revere Beach shoreline, the Pines River, and the Rumney Marsh reservation, a significant salt marsh ecosystem. The city's terrain is generally low and flat, typical of the Boston Harbor basin.
Demographics
As of the 2020 United States Census, the population was 62,186, making it the sixth-largest city in Massachusetts by population. The city is known for its considerable ethnic and linguistic diversity. A significant portion of residents claim ancestry from Italy, Ireland, El Salvador, Brazil, Colombia, and Morocco. Languages spoken at home include English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Arabic. The population density is among the highest in the state, reflecting its urban character and proximity to Boston.
Economy
The economy has historically been tied to manufacturing, hospitality, and services. Revere Beach and the former Wonderland Greyhound Park were major entertainment and employment centers for decades. Today, key economic drivers include healthcare, with facilities like the Cambridge Health Alliance, retail along Broadway and Shirley Avenue, and a growing number of technology and professional service firms. The city is part of the broader Greater Boston economic region, with many residents commuting to jobs in Boston, Cambridge, and the Route 128 corridor. Recent large-scale development projects, such as the Revere Beach Parkway revitalization and new residential complexes, aim to stimulate further economic growth.
Government and infrastructure
Revere operates under a mayor-council form of government. The current mayor is Patrick M. Keefe Jr., and the city is represented in the Massachusetts House of Representatives and the Massachusetts Senate. Essential infrastructure includes the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority's Blue Line rapid transit, with stations at Wonderland, Revere Beach, and Beachmont, providing direct access to Boston. Major roadways are Route 1A, Route 16, and Route 60. Public safety is provided by the Revere Police Department and Revere Fire Department. The city is served by the Revere Public Schools district and is home to a campus of North Shore Community College.
Culture and recreation
The city's culture is deeply connected to its shoreline and diverse communities. Revere Beach is the centerpiece, hosting the annual International Sand Sculpting Festival and the summer concert series. The historic Wonderland Ballroom site and the former Wonderland Greyhound Park are iconic in local lore. Cultural institutions include the Revere Society for Cultural and Historic Preservation and the annual Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival. Dining scenes reflect the population, with renowned restaurants serving Italian, Brazilian, and Middle Eastern cuisine. Recreational spaces include the Revere Beach Parkway reservation, Massachusetts' Massachusetts' Revere, Massachusetts|Massachusetts|Massachusetts|Massachusetts|Massachusetts|Massachusetts Revere, MassachusettsMassachusettsMassachusettsMassachusettsMassachusettsMassachusettsMassachusetts Revere, Massachusetts Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts Revere, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts Rever, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, MassachusettsRever, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, MassachusettsRever, MassachusettsRever, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, MassachusettsRever, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, MassachusettsRever, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, MassachusettsRever, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, MassachusettsRever, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, MassachusettsRever, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, MassachusettsR, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, MassachusettsR, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts, Massachusetts,
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