What are the schools like in Marshfield, MA?

Marshfield is served primarily by Marshfield. The district operates 5 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.4:1.

What is the median household income in Marshfield?

The median household income in Marshfield, MA is $93,491 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.8%.

Marshfield, MA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Marshfield, MA affordable or expensive?

Marshfield's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means Marshfield is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $570,400 and the median rent is $1,227 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Marshfield, MA?

Marshfield has a violent crime rate of 144.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 167.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Q: What is the weather like in Marshfield, MA?

Marshfield has an average high temperature of 41.0°F in January and 84.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 37.9 inches.

Is Marshfield, MA a Good Place to Live?

Marshfield is a small town of 4,868 in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $93,491 and a 4.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: Marshfield stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an above-average cost of living, high home prices, longer commutes. Whether Marshfield is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Marshfield city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 111.6

Marshfield's overall cost of living index is 111.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Marshfield costs roughly 12% more than the average American city.

Metric	Marshfield, MA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$570,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,227	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	65.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$93,491	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Marshfield's violent crime rate is 144.8 per 100,000 residents — 62% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

144.8 /100k

Property Crime

167.7 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Marshfield is served primarily by Marshfield. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Marshfield, MA	National Avg
School District	Marshfield	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	53.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Marshfield sees average highs of 41.0°F in January and 84.0°F in July, with 52.7 inches of annual precipitation and 37.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Marshfield, MA
Average High — January	41.0°F
Average High — July	84.0°F
Annual Precipitation	52.7"
Annual Snowfall	37.9"

Demographics

Metric	Marshfield, MA	National Avg
Population	4,868	—
Median Age	44.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	32.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.5%	6.3%
Under 18	25.3%	22.2%
65 and over	15.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock, MA 2 mi Cedar Crest, MA 2 mi Green Harbor, MA 3 mi Marshfield Hills, MA 3 mi Duxbury, MA 4 mi

ZIP Codes in Marshfield

Marshfield, MA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

02050

Marshfield vs Other Cities

Marshfield, MA vs Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock, MA Marshfield, MA vs Cedar Crest, MA Marshfield, MA vs Green Harbor, MA Marshfield, MA vs Marshfield Hills, MA Marshfield, MA vs Duxbury, MA

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marshfield, MA affordable or expensive?

Marshfield's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts Marshfield roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $570,400 and median rent is $1,227/month.

What is the crime rate in Marshfield, MA?

Marshfield's violent crime rate is 144.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 167.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Marshfield?

Public schools in Marshfield are operated by Marshfield. The district has 5 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1. 53.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Marshfield, MA a good place to live?

Marshfield, MA has a population of 4,868, a median household income of $93,491, and an unemployment rate of 4.8%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Marshfield?

Marshfield averages 41.0°F in January and 84.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 52.7 inches with about 37.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Marshfield?

Marshfield, MA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 02050.

What is the population of Marshfield?

The population of Marshfield, Massachusetts is 4,868 with a median age of 44.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Marshfield?

Key numbers for living in Marshfield: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $570,400, median household income $93,491, crime index 26 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Marshfield side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.