Newburyport, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Essex County County
Newburyport, MA
At a Glance
How Newburyport Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Newburyport's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Newburyport a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Newburyport residents earn a median household income of $144,259 , which is 92% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $78,121. The unemployment rate stands at 5.8% (61% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.0% 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 Newburyport is $792,400 , 181% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $938,245. Median rent is $1,511/month, with 25.4% 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 1951.
Safety & Crime
Newburyport reports 47 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 88% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 395/100K.
Education
65.9% of adults in Newburyport hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% above the national average). 97.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Newburyport has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.