Quincy

A beautiful sign Welcomes you to Quincy Center.
A variety of shops line Hancock Street in Quincy.
Catch some rays by the water at Blue Hills Reservation in Quincy.
The beautiful sun sets over Quincy.
A statue of John Adams greets you in Quincy.

Quincy, MA Area Guide

Avg Rent

$2,493

Population

99,437

Renter Mix

57% Rent

Quiet coastal living within sight of downtown Boston

History Boating Sailing

Welcome to Quincy, Massachusetts, a historic coastal city eight miles south of Boston. As the "City of Presidents," Quincy combines centuries of American history with contemporary city living. The rental market remains competitive, with current average rents ranging from $2,252 for studios to $4,758 for four-bedroom units, reflecting modest year-over-year changes between -2.9% and 2% depending on unit size.

Each Quincy neighborhood offers its own distinctive appeal. Marina Bay features waterfront living with a scenic harbor and walking paths, while Wollaston encompasses residential streets alongside international markets and restaurants. The Blue Hills Reservation provides 2,485 acres of protected space for hiking, mountain biking, and seasonal skiing. For commuters, four Red Line T stations offer convenient access to downtown Boston. History enthusiasts can explore significant landmarks including the Adams National Historical Park, home to the birthplaces of two U.S. presidents. The recently renovated Quincy Center district adds modern shopping and dining options to the area. Residents also enjoy Wollaston Beach, the largest beach on Boston Harbor, offering three miles of shoreline for swimming and walking.

Explore the City

Residents enjoy skating at the Quincy Seasonal Ice Skating Rink.

The beautiful sun sets over Quincy.

Take a hike along the colorful Quincy Quarries in Quincy.

Catch some rays by the water at Blue Hills Reservation in Quincy.

Wollaston Beach is a highlight of Quincy's coastline.

Quincy is home to the Patriot Ledger, a well-known daily newspaper.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$87,769

Average: $110,293

Education

41,337

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

56,174

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.

Median Age

40 Years

Largest Age Group

30-39 Years

Approximately 19% of Residents

Under 20

19%

Over 65

19%

Housing Distribution

Quincy has more renters than homeowners.

Renters
57%
Non-Renters
43%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
35%
Other Education
65%

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Quincy, MA is $2,187 for a studio, $2,509 for one bedroom, $2,999 for two bedrooms, and $4,082 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Quincy has increased by 1.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,509/month
723 Sq Ft
House
$4,186/month
2,459 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,960/month
2,527 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,292/month
1,501 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Quincy, MA

Getting Around

Moderately Walkable

Walkability

60 / 100

Some Public Transit

Transit

40 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

50 / 100

Schools

Wollaston School

Public

Grades K-5

324 Students

Beechwood Knoll Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

317 Students

Lincoln-Hancock Community School

Public

Grades K-5

508 Students

Montclair Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

365 Students

Francis W Parker Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

345 Students

Central Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

650 Students

Atlantic Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

574 Students

Reay E Sterling Middle

Public

Grades K-8

444 Students

Point Webster Middle

Public

Grades PK-8

399 Students

Broad Meadows Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

332 Students

North Quincy High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,505 Students

Quincy High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,493 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Adams National Historical Park
  • Squantum Point Park
  • Mass Audubon's Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Franklin Park Zoo
  • Dorchester Shores Reservation

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 February 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.