Huntington, MA

Massachusetts · Metropolitan Area

Huntington is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 853. Residents earn $52,344 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
853 Population 184/sq mi density
$52,344 Median Income $29,931 per capita
$301,800 Home Value $336,548 Zillow
$1,286 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$52,344 median income, 1.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$301,800 home value, $1,286/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,344
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $301,800
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.6%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,286
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.4%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population853
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density184/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,344
Per Capita$29,931
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$10,389M
Commute32 min

Housing

B
Home Value$301,800
Rent$1,286
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$336,548

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain54.1 in/yr
Elevation1,059 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.6%
High School+94.9%
School Score6.49

Community

2024 VoteR 28% / D 70%
Commute32 min
Libraries25

Is Huntington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huntington receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Huntington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Huntington is $52,344, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Huntington is $301,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,286 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Huntington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.1 inches, including 77.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Huntington has a population of 853 with a density of 184 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

853
Total Population
184
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Huntington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Huntington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huntington is $52,344, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Huntington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,344
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,931
Avg Weekly Wage$1,192
IRS Avg AGI$87,508

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,928
County GDP$10,389M

Business (County)

Restaurants384
Healthcare456
Retail493
Manufacturing138

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,350
110% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.7 min
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Huntington is $301,800, 7% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,286 (11% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $336,548.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$301,800
7% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$336,548
Median List Price$119,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$119,900
$/Sq Ft$166
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,286
11% above 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-Occupied69.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,350
110% above US avg
Effective Rate2.44%
In Huntington, 25.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 29.4% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Huntington vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.4%
21% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma12.6%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death5,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access92.9%
Healthcare Facilities456

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Huntington has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.1 inches
42% above US avg
Snowfall77.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,059 ft (323 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (12.0 km²)
Population Density184/sq mi
Coordinates42.2438°N, 72.8918°W
County FIPS25015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 39.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 41.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 27.6%
D 69.5%

Winner: Democrat by 41.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.6%
18% above US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score6.49
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density184/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities456
Restaurants384
Retail Stores493

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.7 min
Work from Home6.3%

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