Abington, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
17,008 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$119,787 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$516,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,132 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,467 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Plymouth County
4
Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Plymouth County
2
Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 13 27
Feb 4 11 30
Mar 5 8 37
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 5 1 42
Dec 4 10 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MA Norfolk and Plymouth District, MA 7th Plymouth District, MA
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Schools

Abington High
<1 miles, NE • 5 star
Abington Middle School
<1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Massasoit Community College
3 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Stonehill College
8 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Hospitals

South Shore Hospital
4 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Good Samaritan Medical Center
6 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Airports

Theodore Francis Green State Airport
36 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Worcester Regional Airport
48 miles, NW • 1 star
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