Marshfield Hills, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
2,121 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
63.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$210,096 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
45 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$750,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,430 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 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 14 27
Feb 4 12 30
Mar 5 9 37
Apr 4 3 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 5 2 42
Dec 5 10 33

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, MA First Plymouth and Norfolk District, MA 4th Plymouth District, MA
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Schools

Eames Way School
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Martinson Elementary
2 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Marshfield High
2 miles, SW • 5 star
Inly School
3 miles, N
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Colleges

Spa Tech Institute-Plymouth
13 miles, S • 1.4 star
Massasoit Community College
14 miles, W • 1.9 star
Massachusetts School of Barbering
16 miles, NW • 1 star
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Hospitals

South Shore Hospital
12 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Good Samaritan Medical Center
18 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Airports

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