Kingston, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Plymouth County County
Kingston, MA
At a Glance
How Kingston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kingston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kingston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kingston residents earn a median household income of $130,179 , which is 73% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $61,811. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1% (42% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 16,845 business establishments, including 1,172 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kingston is $529,400 , 88% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $701,734. Median rent is $1,298/month, with 31.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.
Safety & Crime
Kingston reports 217 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 43% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 693/100K.
Education
47.6% of adults in Kingston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% above the national average). 98.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kingston has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.