What are the schools like in North Pembroke, MA?

North Pembroke is served primarily by Pembroke. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.0:1.

What is the median household income in North Pembroke?

The median household income in North Pembroke, MA is $156,429 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.6%.

What is the weather like in North Pembroke, MA?

North Pembroke 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.

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

Q: Is North Pembroke, MA affordable or expensive?

North Pembroke's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means North Pembroke is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $485,400 and the median rent is $2,540 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in North Pembroke, MA?

North Pembroke has a violent crime rate of 199.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 492.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is North Pembroke, MA a Good Place to Live?

North Pembroke is a small town of 3,954 in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $156,429 and a 1.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: North Pembroke stands out for 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 North Pembroke is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All North Pembroke 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

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

Metric	North Pembroke, MA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$485,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$2,540	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	75.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$156,429	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

North Pembroke's violent crime rate is 199.3 per 100,000 residents — 48% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

199.3 /100k

Property Crime

492.3 /100k

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

Schools & Education

North Pembroke is served primarily by Pembroke. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	North Pembroke, MA	National Avg
School District	Pembroke	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	44.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

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

Demographics

Metric	North Pembroke, MA	National Avg
Population	3,954	—
Median Age	50.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	36.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	91.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.7%	22.2%
65 and over	25.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in North Pembroke

North Pembroke, MA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

02359

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Pembroke, MA affordable or expensive?

North Pembroke's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts North Pembroke roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $485,400 and median rent is $2,540/month.

What is the crime rate in North Pembroke, MA?

North Pembroke's violent crime rate is 199.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 492.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in North Pembroke?

Public schools in North Pembroke are operated by Pembroke. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.0:1. 44.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is North Pembroke, MA a good place to live?

North Pembroke, MA has a population of 3,954, a median household income of $156,429, and an unemployment rate of 1.6%. 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 North Pembroke?

North Pembroke 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 North Pembroke?

North Pembroke, MA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 02359.

What is the population of North Pembroke?

The population of North Pembroke, Massachusetts is 3,954 with a median age of 50.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in North Pembroke?

Key numbers for living in North Pembroke: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $485,400, median household income $156,429, crime index 41 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare North Pembroke side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.