Acushnet Center, MA

Massachusetts · Metropolitan Area

Acushnet Center is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 2,792. Residents earn $69,159 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,792 Population 1,966/sq mi density
$69,159 Median Income $42,628 per capita
$313,100 Home Value
$935 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$69,159 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$313,100 home value, $935/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,159
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $313,100
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $935
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

How Acushnet Center Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,792
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density1,966/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$69,159
Per Capita$42,628
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$36,917M
Commute24 min

Housing

A
Home Value$313,100
Rent$935
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation73 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+84.7%
School Score6.49

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute24 min
Libraries31

Is Acushnet Center a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Acushnet Center receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Acushnet Center offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Acushnet Center is $69,159, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Acushnet Center is $313,100, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $935 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Acushnet Center experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Acushnet Center has a population of 2,792 with a density of 1,966 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

2,792
Total Population
1,966
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Acushnet Center vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Acushnet Center vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Acushnet Center is $69,159, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Acushnet Center vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,159
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,628
Avg Weekly Wage$1,343
IRS Avg AGI$110,225

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)16,845
County GDP$36,917M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,172
Healthcare1,378
Retail1,806
Manufacturing435

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,386
140% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Acushnet Center is $313,100, 11% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $935 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$313,100
11% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$935
20% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,727
1 Bedroom$1,822
2 Bedrooms$2,300
3 Bedrooms$2,858
4 Bedrooms$3,232

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,386
140% above US avg
Effective Rate2.68%
In Acushnet Center, 30.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Acushnet Center vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.6%
5% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma12.8%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Checkup Rate79.5%
Premature Death6,525/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access93.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,378

Crime Rates: Acushnet Center vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42

Safety Score

Acushnet Center has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation73 ft (22 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density1,966/sq mi
Coordinates41.6850°N, 70.9067°W
County FIPS25023
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 8.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.7%
D 53.6%

Winner: Democrat by 8.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+84.7%
School Test Score6.49
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,966/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries31
Healthcare Facilities1,378
Restaurants1,172
Retail Stores1,806

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Work from Home10.1%

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