Median Age
43 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
21%
South Weymouth, MA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,418
Population
19,536
Renter Mix
34% Rent
Where historic charm and modern appeal thrive
Suburban
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Historic
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Charming
Nestled in the South Shore region of Boston, South Weymouth offers residents plenty of small-town charm just 17 miles south of Boston’s bustling city center. South Weymouth’s many residential areas tout beautiful homes with historic character and quiet streets lush with dense trees.
While South Weymouth is largely residential, the community also boasts its own town square—Columbian Square. In addition to numerous retail shops and eateries, Columbian Square is home to historic landmarks like the Fogg Library, Fogg Opera House Building, and Old South Union Church. South Shore Hospital, the community’s largest employer and regional healthcare provider, is also located in Columbian Square.
South Weymouth is the former site of a Naval Air Station, which served to prevent submarine patrolling of the nation’s coasts and harbors during World War II, with the use of blimps or airships. Now, the former Naval Air Station has been redeveloped into Union Point—a vibrant, expanding live-work-play space with residential, retail, and commercial properties.
The community touts its own MBTA Commuter Rail Station as well as quick access to Pilgrims Highway, making South Weymouth an ideal choice for frequent travelers and commuters alike.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$112,002
Average: $134,904
Education
7,544
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
11,263
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
South Weymouth has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
34%
Non-Renters
66%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
34%
Other Education
66%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in South Weymouth, MA is $2,351 for a studio, $2,358 for one bedroom, $3,198 for two bedrooms, and $3,954 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in South Weymouth has decreased by -1.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,358/month
691 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,468/month
838 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly South Weymouth, MA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Ames Nowell State Park
- South Shore Natural Science Center
- Wompatuck State Park
- Webb Memorial State Park
- Weir River Farm
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.