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Median Age
47 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
19%
Over 65
26%
Plymouth, MA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,628
Population
66,168
Renter Mix
21% Rent
Bask in the historic charm of America’s Hometown
Coastal
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Historic
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Charming
Welcome to Plymouth, Massachusetts, America's Hometown. Located 40 miles south of Boston, this historic seaside community combines centuries of heritage with contemporary living. The rental market offers diverse options, with average rents ranging from $2,314 for studios to $3,726 for three-bedroom homes, showing moderate annual increases between 1.2% and 4.5%. Housing choices span from waterfront properties and historic homes in Plymouth Center to newer developments in The Pinehills residential community.
Plymouth's coastline and historic sites shape daily life here. Nine public beaches, including Plymouth Beach along Plymouth Harbor, provide year-round waterfront recreation. Downtown Plymouth features independent shops and restaurants alongside cultural attractions. Nature enthusiasts appreciate the 15,000-acre Myles Standish State Forest, while history enthusiasts can explore Plymouth Rock, Plimoth Patuxet, and the Mayflower II. The Colony Place shopping district serves everyday needs, while the active harbor maintains the town's maritime traditions. For education, the community is served by Plymouth North and South High Schools, with additional higher education options at Quincy College's Plymouth campus.
Explore the City
Clear Pond Conservation Area in the Federal Furnace neighborhood offers views of the pond.
An aerial view shows the Russell Mill Pond in South Pond.
This shipping container takes new form as a book store in Long Pond.
Explore the over 400 years of history in North Triangle/Plympton in Plymouth, MA.
North Triangle/Plympton residents catch the Kingston Commuter Rail to travel to Boston.
Eastland Heights residents enjoy a walk with their best friend at Ellisville Harbor State.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$105,135
Average: $130,782
Education
24,706
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
35,311
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Plymouth has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
21%
Non-Renters
79%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
32%
Other Education
68%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Plymouth, MA is $2,281 for a studio, $2,630 for one bedroom, $3,300 for two bedrooms, and $3,821 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Plymouth has decreased by -1.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,630/month
835 Sq Ft
House
$2,485/month
810 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,406/month
931 Sq Ft
Learn More About Plymouth
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Plymouth, MA is for everyday living.
Not Walkable
Walkability
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Exceptionally Bikeable
Bikeability
90
/ 100
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Schools
Rising Tide Charter Public School
Public
Grades K-12
610 Students
Public
Grades K-5
489 Students
Nathaniel Morton Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
489 Students
Public
Grades K-5
241 Students
Public
Grades K-5
241 Students
Rising Tide Charter Public School
Public
Grades K-12
610 Students
Plymouth Community Intermediate School
Public
Grades 6-8
922 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
612 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
612 Students
Rising Tide Charter Public School
Public
Grades K-12
610 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,055 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,055 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,009 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,009 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Myles Standish State Forest
- Plimoth Plantation
- Pilgrim Memorial State Park
- Ellisville Harbor State Park
- Myles Standish Monument State Reservation
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Martha's Vineyard
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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.