Weymouth Town, MA Local Data & Statistics

State: MA

Total population: 58,505 Household income: $102,714 Rent: $1,941

Overview

Total population

58,505

Rent

$1,941

Year built

1964

Household income

$102,714

Per capita income

$58,879

Poverty rate

7.7%

Unemployment rate

4.1%

Household size

2.3 persons

Rent over 30% of income

51.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Massachusetts

Total population

58,505

Adults over 25

44,696

Total households

25,759

Household size

2.3 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$102,714

Per capita income

$58,879

Poverty rate

7.7%

Unemployment rate

4.1%

Rent over 30% of income

51.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,941

Year built

1964

Households that rent

32.6%

Households that own

67.4%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.4

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

79.9%

Black

4.3%

Asian

7.9%

Two or more races

5.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

4.4%

Not Hispanic or Latino

95.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

81.9%

Commute time to work

35 mins

Work from home

18.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

22.8%

High school graduate or GED

24.6%

Some college or associate degree

9.7%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

42.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Weymouth Town, MA with: Massachusetts United States

Weymouth Town, MA

Total population58,505

Rent$1,941

Year built1964

Household income$102,714

Per capita income$58,879

Poverty rate7.7%

Unemployment rate4.1%

Massachusetts State

Total population7,044,056

Rent$1,762

Year built1964

Household income$103,960

Per capita income$57,897

Poverty rate10%

Unemployment rate4%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityWeymouth Town, MA	StateMassachusetts	CountryUnited States
Total population	58,505	7,044,056	334,922,499
Rent	$1,941	$1,762	$1,413
Year built	1964	1964	1980
Household income	$102,714	$103,960	$80,734
Per capita income	$58,879	$57,897	$44,673
Poverty rate	7.7%	10%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	4.1%	4%	4%

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Summary for Weymouth Town, MA

Weymouth Town is located in Massachusetts.

Rent & Income

In Weymouth Town, the typical monthly rent is $1,941 and the typical household income is $102,714. Rent here is higher than both Massachusetts and the U.S., and household income is similar to Massachusetts and higher than the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 7.7%, which is lower than in both Massachusetts and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 32.6% of households. About 51.3% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is high, with about 42.8% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is similar to both Massachusetts and the national rate.

Weymouth Town, MA — Rent vs Household Income

Weymouth Town, MA — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Weymouth Town, MA compares in Massachusetts (23 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,941	12 / 23	from lower rent	$1,137 – $2,787
Household income	$102,714	7 / 23	from higher income	$52,656 – $190,304
Poverty rate	7.7%	3 / 23	from lower poverty	4.5% – 25.8%
Unemployment rate	4.1%	11 / 23	from lower unemployment	3.1% – 6.1%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Massachusetts with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Weymouth Town, MA

Rent

In rent comparisons, Weymouth Town comes in 12th out of 23 large places. Across Massachusetts, rents vary from $1,137 in New Bedford, MA to $2,787 in Cambridge, MA.

Household income

For household income, Weymouth Town ranks 7th out of 23 large places. Across Massachusetts, incomes range from $52,656 in Springfield, MA to $190,304 in Newton, MA.

Poverty rate

Looking at poverty, Weymouth Town ranks 3rd out of 23 large places. Statewide poverty rates range from 4.5% in Newton, MA to 25.8% in Springfield, MA.

Unemployment rate

In terms of unemployment, Weymouth Town is ranked 11th out of 23 major areas. Across Massachusetts, rates go from 3.1% in Somerville, MA up to 6.1% in Springfield, MA.

💰 Rent in Weymouth Town, MA (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,941 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Weymouth Town, MA

Annual Household Income: $102,714

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Weymouth Town, MA

Estimated Rate: 7.7%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Weymouth Town, MA

In Weymouth Town, MA, households that rent: 8,388 (32.6%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	8,388	32.6%
Owner-Occupied	17,371	67.4%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Weymouth Town, MA

In Weymouth Town, MA, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 4,299 (51.3%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	4,299	51.3%
Other renter households	4,089	48.7%
Total renter households	8,388	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Weymouth Town, MA

Less than High School: 10,197 people (22.8%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 10,997 people (24.6%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 4,357 people (9.7%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 19,145 people (42.8%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 44,696

📊 Unemployment Rate in Weymouth Town, MA

Estimated Rate: 4.1%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

Similar Population

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.