Weymouth Town, MA

Massachusetts · Metropolitan Area

Weymouth Town is a mid-size city in Massachusetts with a population of 57,786. Residents earn $100,077 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
57,786 Population 3,446/sq mi density
$100,077 Median Income $55,161 per capita
$516,200 Home Value
$1,861 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$100,077 median income, 3.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$516,200 home value, $1,861/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
43.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,077
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $516,200
83% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.0%
28% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,861
60% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.1%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population57,786
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density3,446/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,077
Per Capita$55,161
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$60,733M
Commute35 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$516,200
Rent$1,861
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain52.3 in/yr
Elevation79 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.0%
High School+95.1%
School Score6.49

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute35 min
Libraries38

Is Weymouth Town a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weymouth Town receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Weymouth Town stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weymouth Town is $100,077, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Weymouth Town among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weymouth Town is $516,200, making it a premium housing market at 83% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,861 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Weymouth Town experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches, including 50.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Weymouth Town has a population of 57,786 with a density of 3,446 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.8%), with 5.4% Black.

Population

57,786
Total Population
3,446
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
16.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Weymouth Town vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.5%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.5%
16% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Weymouth Town vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weymouth Town is $100,077, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Weymouth Town vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,077
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,161
Avg Weekly Wage$1,453
IRS Avg AGI$111,515

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)28,628
County GDP$60,733M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,878
Healthcare2,243
Retail2,499
Manufacturing777

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,835
152% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.8 min
Work from Home16.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Weymouth Town is $516,200, 83% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,861 (60% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$516,200
83% above US avg
Median List Price$534,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$534,900
$/Sq Ft$367
Homes Sold23
Sale-to-List Ratio100.4%
Price Drops23.8%
Inventory42

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,861
60% 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-Occupied67.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,835
152% above US avg
Effective Rate1.71%
In Weymouth Town, 25.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 17.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Weymouth Town vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.1%
22% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma11.5%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity17.6%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate79.1%
Premature Death5,853/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access97.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,243

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Weymouth Town has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.3 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall50.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area16.8 sq mi (43.4 km²)
Population Density3,446/sq mi
Coordinates42.2073°N, 70.9437°W
County FIPS25009
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 43.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.9%
D 59.2%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.0%
28% above US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score6.49
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,446/sq mi
Total Area16.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries38
Healthcare Facilities2,243
Restaurants1,878
Retail Stores2,499

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.8 min
Work from Home16.0%

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