Town of Hanson
Incorporated in 1820, Hanson's economy was dominated bylumbering, making shingles, and the cranberry industry.
Hanson is a small residential community with manylakes, ponds, and New England style homes. It is located on 15.68 square miles only 10 minutes from Route 3, which makes a convenient commute to Boston. Residents in this quiet and peaceful town can enjoy several outdoor activities at Camp Kiwanee and area ponds.
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Hanson Statistics
Town Clerk: (781) 293-2772
Website: www.hanson-ma.gov
Commonwealth Communities (Mass.Gov): Hanson
2002 Tax Rates:
Residential $13.97
Commercial $13.97
Median Housing Price: $250,000
Median Family Income: $68,560
2002 Population: 9,839
Public Schools:
School Superintendent - (781) 447-7411
Total Enrollment 10/01/02 - 4,560
Per Pupil Expenditure 1999 - $6,386
SAT Scores 2000:
Verbal - 509
Math - 511
Part. Rate - 84%
Plans of High School Graduates:
4-Year College - 52%
2-Year College - 29%
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