Marshfield, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Essex County County
Marshfield, MA
At a Glance
How Marshfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Marshfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Marshfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Marshfield residents earn a median household income of $99,537 , which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,172. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (42% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 28,628 business establishments, including 1,878 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Marshfield is $646,400 , 129% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $804,818. Median rent is $1,398/month, with 32.8% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Marshfield reports 145 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 62% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 175/100K.
Education
49.0% of adults in Marshfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% above the national average). 97.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Marshfield has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.