Median Age
48 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
21%
Over 65
25%
Marshfield, MA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,477
Population
25,853
Renter Mix
20% Rent
Bask in coastal living along Massachusetts’ South Shore
Suburban
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Coastal
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Peaceful
Situated on the South Shore of Massachusetts, Marshfield is a tranquil oceanside community with ample natural beauty. Marshfield offers residents abundant options for outdoor recreation, with access to five major beaches, two rivers, and numerous wooded areas.
Shopping and dining options abound around the intersection of Ocean Street and Webster Street in Marshfield, with plenty of local and national shops and eateries to choose from. The annual Marshfield Fair draws visitors from all over Massachusetts while historical attractions like the Marcia Thomas House, Daniel Webster Estate and Heritage Center, and the Historic Winslow House uncover Marshfield’s past.
While Marshfield exudes a small-town atmosphere, it’s just a short drive away from larger cities like Plymouth and Boston. Convenience to Routes 3 and 3A makes getting around from Marshfield a breeze.
Explore the City
Daniel Webster Estate preserves Marshfield history with its house and grounds.
The quiet side streets of Marshfield are the perfect place for a bike ride.
The cranberry bogs of Marshfield are a great place to take the dogs for a walk.
Route 3 allows Marshfield residents to get to Boston or Cape Cod in 40 minutes.
Many Marshfield homes overlook the Atlantic and tidal marshes.
Join Marshfield Country Club to enjoy golf year-round.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$114,640
Average: $136,845
Education
11,035
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
14,632
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Marshfield has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
20%
Non-Renters
80%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
38%
Other Education
62%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Marshfield, MA is $2,471 for one bedroom, $2,999 for two bedrooms, and $4,586 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Marshfield has increased by 2.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,471/month
752 Sq Ft
House
$2,948/month
1,415 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Marshfield, MA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
428 Students
Public
Grades K-5
428 Students
Governor Winslow Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
355 Students
Public
Grades K-5
272 Students
Public
Grades K-5
263 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
773 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
773 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,065 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,065 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Mass Audubon's Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary
- Mass Audubon's North River Wildlife Sanctuary
- Myles Standish Monument State Reservation
- South Shore Natural Science Center
- Wompatuck State Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.