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Marshfield, Massachusetts

Introduction to Marshfield, Massachusetts

Marshfield, Massachusetts, in Plymouth county, is 9 miles N of Plymouth, Massachusetts and 25 miles SE of Boston, Massachusetts. The town is considered part of the Boston metropolitan area. Marshfield has a population of 24,324.

Marshfield History

Marshfield was originally inhabited by Native Americans, primarily comprising the Wampanoag Tribe. After the introduction of Christianity, it became a renowned pilgrim spot. Early explorers visited the city and left major footprints. The heritage buildings and plantations along the shoreline and old worshipping places speak volumes about those footprints. The shoreline of the city was reshaped by rising sea water.

Marshfield and nearby Attractions

  • Marshfield Country Club
  • Marshfield Plaza
  • Massachusetts State Fish Hatchery
  • First Congregational Church
  • Chandler's Pond
  • Furnace Brook

Things To Do In Marshfield

Marshfield is an ideal place for fishing and the marsh waters are enjoyable picnic spots. One can visit one of the many plantation areas within the city as well as in its outskirts. Small woodlands and reserved forests are also abundant and are good places to enjoy a vacation.

Marshfield Transportation

The nearest major airport is Boston Logan International.

Marshfield Higher Education

Higher education is offered by Bridgewater State College.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 9%Marshfield Low Property Crime
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)		Top 14%Marshfield Median Family Income
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)		Top 15%Marshfield Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)		Top 15%Marshfield Well-Paid Single Women
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)		Top 18%Marshfield People in Middle Class or Better

Comparative Profile of Marshfield, MA

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

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Men98
Well-Paid Single Women98
Children Under 5 Years Old910
Male Share of the Population76
Age of the Population64
Female Share of the Population46
Senior Citizens22
Racial Diversity12

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married86
Average Household Size88

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Median Family Income98
People in Middle Class or Better97
College Educated Adults97
People Above Poverty75

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use87
Working at Home74
Walking and Biking to Work33
Short Commute Times11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing109
Housing Recently Built67
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals35
People Living Alone34
Affordability of Property Taxes34
Affordability of Rents33

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime107
Low Violent Crime87

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