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History, Harbor Views, and Hometown Charm.

Charlestown exudes a quintessential New England charm with its tree-lined streets, historic brick row houses, and a strong sense of community. It feels like a small town within a big city, offering a peaceful residential atmosphere alongside easy access to urban amenities.

Downtown Charlestown
COMMUNITY GUIDE · CHARLESTOWN
Charlestown, Suffolk County

City Snapshot

Population

32,040

County

Suffolk County

Timezone

America/New_York

Median Income

$87,669

Quick Numbers

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Emergency Services

Poison Control

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Domestic Violence Hotline

Child Abuse Hotline

Veterans Crisis Line

Mass General Hospital - Main Campus

Mass General Hospital - Charlestown Navy Yard

This Week

Annual Bonfire and Fellowship Night - 2026

2026-09-11 at 5:00 PM

Teen Night Fridays @ the Dewitt Center (Ongoing)

2026-09-11 at 5:00 PM

Cemetery History Walk

2026-09-12

West Parish Garden Cemetery

Hydrangea Day

2026-09-12

West Parish Garden Cemetery

Out of the Attic Vintage Market

2026-09-12 at 9:00 AM

Community Leaders

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Elizabeth Warren

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

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Edward Markey

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

Maura Healey
Maura Healey

Governor

Democratic Party