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Newbury, MA Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
$80/mo
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1400/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $430,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.23% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Newbury is competitive, with a mix of historic homes and new constructions. Prices tend to be higher near the coast and in the town center. Rental options are limited, but available.
Cost of Living
118
+10% above national average
105
92
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.25% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.23% |
| <p>State 5.2% + No County tax + Local 1.05% option tax</p> | |
Massachusetts has a flat state income tax rate of 5.2%, with no local income tax.
Family & Relocation
60
7.5/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Newbury has limited public transportation, but the town is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks.
- Plum Island
- Maudslay State Park
- Newburyport Children's Museum
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Newbury has regulations regarding coastal development, historic preservation, and zoning.
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📊 Newbury — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Newbury tend to be higher in the winter due to heating, with an average increase of 20-30% from December to February. In the summer, cooling costs are relatively low, but electricity usage may increase due to air conditioning.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 01951 has a property tax millage rate of 12.34, with no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6/10, with wide sidewalks and parks in the town center, but limited accessibility in some coastal areas and a need for more family-friendly infrastructure.
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