North Plymouth, MA

Massachusetts · Metropolitan Area

North Plymouth is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 4,458. Residents earn $71,205 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
4,458 Population 3,566/sq mi density
$71,205 Median Income $41,246 per capita
$456,600 Home Value
$1,787 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$71,205 median income, 12.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$456,600 home value, $1,787/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,205
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $456,600
62% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.4%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,787
54% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.5%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.7%
253% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,458
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density3,566/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

B
Median Income$71,205
Per Capita$41,246
Unemployment12.7%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$36,917M
Commute24 min

Housing

B
Home Value$456,600
Rent$1,787
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain52.8 in/yr
Elevation43 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.4%
High School+95.9%
School Score6.49

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute24 min
Libraries31

Is North Plymouth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Plymouth receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. North Plymouth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Plymouth is $71,205, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 12.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Plymouth is $456,600, making it a premium housing market at 62% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,787 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

North Plymouth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches, including 37.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

North Plymouth has a population of 4,458 with a density of 3,566 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.6%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

4,458
Total Population
3,566
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

North Plymouth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.4%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.6%
54% above US avg

Social Characteristics

North Plymouth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Plymouth is $71,205, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: North Plymouth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,205
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,246
Avg Weekly Wage$1,343
IRS Avg AGI$110,225

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.7%
253% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)16,845
County GDP$36,917M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,172
Healthcare1,378
Retail1,806
Manufacturing435

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,386
140% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Work from Home15.9%

Walkability

The median home value in North Plymouth is $456,600, 62% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,787 (54% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$456,600
62% above US avg
Median List Price$437,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$437,400
$/Sq Ft$391
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,787
54% 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-Occupied41.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,386
140% above US avg
Effective Rate1.84%
In North Plymouth, 31.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Plymouth vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.5%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma13.0%
COPD6.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death6,525/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access93.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,378

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42

Safety Score

North Plymouth 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 is 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.8 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall37.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density3,566/sq mi
Coordinates41.9753°N, 70.6806°W
County FIPS25023
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 8.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.7%
D 53.6%

Winner: Democrat by 8.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.4%
1% below US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score6.49
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,566/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries31
Healthcare Facilities1,378
Restaurants1,172
Retail Stores1,806

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Work from Home15.9%

Nearby Cities

Compare North Plymouth with another city: