Wellesley

Located in Norfolk County and a part of Greater Boston, Wellesley is prized among communities in Massachusetts for being the home of numerous top-rated schools and universities in the state. The town is home to a historic district and several neighborhoods that boast distinct characters and real estate options. Aside from a high concentration of reputable educational institutions, Wellesley is also known as having one of the highest median household and family incomes in the whole state. Approximately 27,900 live in town according to the 2010 census. Wellesley was incorporated as a town in 1881. Nearby communities include Needham, Newton, Natick, Weston, and Wayland.