Assonet, MA Utility & Living Guide

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Assonet, MA Utility & Living Guide

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Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$290/mo
1BR Rent$1100/mo
Sales Tax6.25%
COL Index110 (+10% above national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$340,000
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Historical Archive & Municipal Lore

Assonet, 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 Assonet.

🌿 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

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N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$50/mo

Town of Freetown Water Department
🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Republic Services
📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead$290/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1100/mo
2 Bedrooms$1400/mo
3 Bedrooms$2000/mo
Median Home Price$340,000
Property Tax Rate1.25%
Avg Childcare/mo$1200

The housing market in Assonet is relatively stable, with a mix of old and new homes available for sale and rent. The area is popular with families and retirees due to its peaceful atmosphere and easy access to nearby amenities. However, prices can be higher than in some surrounding areas.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

110

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+10% above national average

Groceries

105

Transportation

100

Healthcare

102

Childcare/mo

$1200

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax6.25%
Property Tax Rate1.25%
<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
7/10
Safety Index

60

Higher = safer
School Rating

7.2/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1200/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+2% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple description, with a mix of Democratic and Republican voters
Business Momentum
Moderate, with key industries including healthcare, education, and retail
Top Local Concerns
Traffic, affordability, and environmental conservation
🚌 Transit for Families

The area has limited public transportation options, but sidewalks and parks are generally stroller-friendly

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Freetown-Fall River State Forest
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    Profile Rock
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    and the Fall River Heritage State Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The area around the town center is popular with families, offering easy access to schools, parks, and local amenities. Other desirable neighborhoods include those near the Freetown-Fall River State Forest and the Assonet Bay

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📊 Assonet — Census & Demographic Data

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☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Assonet can fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning usage and higher heating oil bills in the winter. However, the area's mild climate means that these fluctuations are relatively moderate compared to other parts of the country.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

The ZIP code 02702 has a property tax millage rate of 18.45, with no local surtaxes

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

8/10, due to the area's generally well-maintained sidewalks, accessible parks, and family-friendly infrastructure, although public transportation options are limited

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