What are the schools like in Topsfield, MA?

Topsfield is served primarily by Topsfield. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.9:1.

What is the median household income in Topsfield?

The median household income in Topsfield, MA is $156,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.1%.

What is the weather like in Topsfield, MA?

Topsfield has an average high temperature of 36.2°F in January and 81.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 47.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Topsfield, MA affordable or expensive?

Topsfield's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means Topsfield is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $692,400 and the median rent is $944 per month.

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

Topsfield has a violent crime rate of 236.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 745.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Topsfield, MA a Good Place to Live?

Topsfield is a small town of 2,799 in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $156,250 and a 6.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: Topsfield stands out for solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

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

All Topsfield 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

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

Metric	Topsfield, MA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$692,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$944	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	75.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$156,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Topsfield's violent crime rate is 236.7 per 100,000 residents — 38% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

236.7 /100k

Property Crime

745.1 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Topsfield is served primarily by Topsfield. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Topsfield, MA	National Avg
School District	Topsfield	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	66.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Topsfield sees average highs of 36.2°F in January and 81.8°F in July, with 47.7 inches of annual precipitation and 47.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Topsfield, MA
Average High — January	36.2°F
Average High — July	81.8°F
Annual Precipitation	47.7"
Annual Snowfall	47.8"

Demographics

Metric	Topsfield, MA	National Avg
Population	2,799	—
Median Age	39.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	81.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.6%	18.9%
Asian	3.0%	6.3%
Under 18	28.4%	22.2%
65 and over	21.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Boxford, MA 2 mi Danvers, MA 5 mi Rowley, MA 7 mi Ipswich, MA 7 mi Peabody, MA 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Topsfield

Topsfield, MA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

01983

Topsfield vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Topsfield, MA affordable or expensive?

Topsfield's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts Topsfield roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $692,400 and median rent is $944/month.

What is the crime rate in Topsfield, MA?

Topsfield's violent crime rate is 236.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 745.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Topsfield?

Public schools in Topsfield are operated by Topsfield. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1. 66.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Topsfield, MA a good place to live?

Topsfield, MA has a population of 2,799, a median household income of $156,250, and an unemployment rate of 6.1%. 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 Topsfield?

Topsfield averages 36.2°F in January and 81.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.7 inches with about 47.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Topsfield?

Topsfield, MA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 01983.

What is the population of Topsfield?

The population of Topsfield, Massachusetts is 2,799 with a median age of 39.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Topsfield?

Key numbers for living in Topsfield: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $692,400, median household income $156,250, crime index 52 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Topsfield side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.