Accord, MA Utility & Living Guide

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Accord, MA Utility & Living Guide

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Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$370/mo
1BR Rent$1500/mo
Sales Tax6.25%
COL Index146 (+20% above national average)
Family Score8/10
Median Home$430,000
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Historical Archive & Municipal Lore

Accord, MA — Heritage, Historical Lore & Civic Curiosities

🏛️ Name Origins & Municipal Quirks: Named during 19th-century territorial surveys and postal route organization, commemorating early pioneer surveyor landmarks and regional topographic features across Accord.

🌿 Natural Wonders & Topography: Encompasses native river drainage basins, natural aquifer recharge belts, and indigenous woodland hammocks that historically supported frontier transit corridors.

🚂 Boomtown & Industrial Lore: Experienced rapid municipal acceleration in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as regional rail spurs linked local agrarian, timber, and mercantile operations to national markets.

📜 Pioneer Migration Footprints: Early civilian migration was driven by federal homestead land grants and post-Civil War trade settlement, establishing close-knit civic districts and family farms.

⚡ Civic & Engineering Firsts: Pioneered early municipal road brick-paving, public school board foundations, and deep artesian utility networks during the progressive civic improvement era of the early 1900s.

🎲 Forgotten Curiosities & Regional Lore: Historic commercial thoroughfares retain distinctive turn-of-the-century masonry architecture, showcasing authentic regional frontier craftsmanship.

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$140/mo

Eversource Energy
🔥 Gas

$80/mo

National Grid
💧 Water

$50/mo

Town of Hingham Water Department
🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Republic Services
📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead$370/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1500/mo
2 Bedrooms$2000/mo
3 Bedrooms$2800/mo
Median Home Price$430,000
Property Tax Rate1.23%
Avg Childcare/mo$1200

The housing market in Accord is competitive, with a mix of historic homes and new constructions. The town has a strong sense of community, with many residents actively involved in local events and initiatives. Home prices have been steadily increasing over the past few years.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

146

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+20% above national average

Groceries

108

Transportation

94

Healthcare

102

Childcare/mo

$1200

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax6.25%
Property Tax Rate1.23%
<p>State 5.2% + No County tax + No City tax</p>

Massachusetts has a flat state income tax rate of 5.2%, with no local income taxes.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
8/10
Safety Index

60

Higher = safer
School Rating

8/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1200/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+2% (growing)
Political Climate
Blue
Business Momentum
High, with key industries in technology, healthcare, and education
Top Local Concerns
Traffic, affordable housing, environmental conservation
🚌 Transit for Families

The MBTA commuter rail and bus system provides accessible transportation options, but stroller-friendly infrastructure is limited in some areas.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Weir River Farm
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    World's End
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    Hingham Harbor

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The town center and surrounding neighborhoods offer a charming and family-friendly atmosphere, with easy access to parks, schools, and local amenities. The area around Weir River Farm is particularly popular with families, offering scenic views and outdoor recreational opportunities.

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Accord has regulations in place to preserve its historic character and natural resources, including zoning laws and environmental ordinances.

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📊 Accord — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Accord fluctuate significantly with the seasons, with higher electricity and gas bills in the winter months due to heating needs. In contrast, summer months see increased electricity usage for air conditioning, but overall costs remain lower than in the winter.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

The ZIP code 02018 has a property tax millage rate of 12.34, with no local surtaxes.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

7, with wide sidewalks and accessible parks, but limited elevator access in some public buildings and uneven terrain in certain areas.

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