Duxbury Town, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
16,110 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
73.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$171,471 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$826,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,303 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,458 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
84.9% 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 11 27
Feb 4 10 30
Mar 5 7 37
Apr 5 1 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 5 1 42
Dec 5 8 33

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (35%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 31%
Hillary Clinton 63%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, MA First Plymouth and Norfolk District, MA 6th Plymouth District, MA
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Schools

Duxbury High
1 miles, E • 5 star
Alden School
1 miles, E • 4.6 star
Duxbury Middle
1 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Spa Tech Institute-Plymouth
6 miles, S • 1.4 star
Bridgewater State University
14 miles, W • 2.8 star
Massasoit Community College
15 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

South Shore Hospital
16 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Good Samaritan Medical Center
19 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Airports

Martha's Vineyard Airport
45 miles, S • 1 star
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