Green Harbor, MA

Massachusetts · Metropolitan Area

Green Harbor is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 1,254. Residents earn $195,930 per year, which is 161% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,254 Population 3,800/sq mi density
$195,930 Median Income $65,179 per capita
$825,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$195,930 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$825,600 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $195,930
161% higher than US avg
Home Value $825,600
193% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.0%
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.9%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Green Harbor Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,254
Median Age69.2 yrs
Density3,800/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$195,930
Per Capita$65,179
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$60,733M

Housing

A
Home Value$825,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain52.3 in/yr
Elevation13 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.0%
High School+68.7%
School Score6.49

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
CommuteN/A
Libraries38

Is Green Harbor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Green Harbor receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Green Harbor stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Green Harbor is $195,930, which is significantly higher than the national average — 161% above $75,149. This places Green Harbor among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Green Harbor is $825,600, making it a premium housing market at 193% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 68.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Green Harbor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches, including 50.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Green Harbor has a population of 1,254 with a density of 3,800 people per square mile. The median age is 69.2 years, 78% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

1,254
Total Population
3,800
People / sq mi
69.2yrs
Median Age
78% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.4%
Female 43.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Green Harbor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Green Harbor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Green Harbor is $195,930, which is 161% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Green Harbor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$195,930
161% above US avg
Per Capita Income$65,179
Avg Weekly Wage$1,453
IRS Avg AGI$111,515

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)28,628
County GDP$60,733M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,878
Healthcare2,243
Retail2,499
Manufacturing777

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,835
152% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.07%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Green Harbor is $825,600, 193% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$825,600
193% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,835
152% above US avg
Effective Rate1.07%
In Green Harbor, 26.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 15.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Green Harbor vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.9%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure25.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity15.8%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death5,853/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access97.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,243

Crime Rates: Green Harbor vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Green Harbor has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.3 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall50.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density3,800/sq mi
Coordinates42.0660°N, 70.6487°W
County FIPS25009
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.9%
D 59.2%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.0%
1% above US avg
High School+68.7%
School Test Score6.49
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,800/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries38
Healthcare Facilities2,243
Restaurants1,878
Retail Stores2,499

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home4.8%

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