Hull, Massachusetts

Hull, Massachusetts

Hull, Massachusetts, in Plymouth county, is 5 miles N of Weymouth, Massachusetts (center to center) and 8 miles SE of Boston, Massachusetts. Part of the surrounding Boston metro area, the town is not an isolated town. Hull is home to some 11,050 residents.

The People and Families of Hull

In Hull, about 49% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Hull had a median family income of $62,294. It's worth saying that successful single folks are not uncommon in Hull.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($7,200) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Hull. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

Hull Housing

According to the 2000 census, 73% of the housing in Hull was owner-occupied. The town presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the town as the average housing age is high.

Commuting

In Hull, 84% of commuters drive to work. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at the town.

High Points

Hull strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Massachusetts):

Category	Trophy
Low Property Crime (vs. Peers)	Top 8%
Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers)	Top 9%
Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers)	Top 11%
Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers)	Top 16%

Comparative Profile of Hull, MA

Comparing Hull to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Massachusetts (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
Age of the Population
Male Share of the Population
Female Share of the Population
Senior Citizens
Children Under 5 Years Old
Racial Diversity

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Public Transportation Use
Working at Home
Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
People Living Alone
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Affordability of Property Taxes
Affordability of Rents
Housing Recently Built

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Property Crime
Low Violent Crime

Hull Almanac

Hull Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Hull Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Hull residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Hull, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Hull High Schools (2004)

HULL HIGH
180 MAIN STREET
781-925-3000
Serves 379 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 10.2

SOUTH SHORE CHARTER SCHOOL
2 A STREET
781-925-1689
A charter school.
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 366 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 12.8

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