Cohasset, MA Utility & Living Guide

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Cohasset, MA Utility & Living Guide

Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$380/mo
1BR Rent$1800/mo
Sales Tax6.25%
COL Index146 (+20% above national average)
Family Score8/10
Median Home$640,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$150/mo

Eversource Energy
🔥 Gas

$80/mo

National Grid
💧 Water

$50/mo

Cohasset Water Department
🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Republic Services
📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead$380/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1800/mo
2 Bedrooms$2200/mo
3 Bedrooms$2800/mo
Median Home Price$640,000
Property Tax Rate1.23%
Avg Childcare/mo$1200

Cohasset’s housing market is highly competitive, with a mix of historic homes and new constructions. The town has a strong sense of community, with many families and young professionals calling it home. However, affordability can be a challenge for some buyers.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

146

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+20% above national average

Groceries

115

Transportation

105

Healthcare

110

Childcare/mo

$1200

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax6.25%
Property Tax Rate1.23%
<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

Family Vibe Score
8/10
Safety Index

60

Higher = safer
School Rating

8.5/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1200/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+2% (growing)
Political Climate
Blue description, with a strong Democratic presence
Business Momentum
High, with key industries in finance, healthcare, and technology
Top Local Concerns
Traffic, affordability, coastal erosion
🚌 Transit for Families

Cohasset has a commuter rail station with accessible platforms, but stroller-friendly public transit options are limited

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    World's End
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    Cohasset Harbor
  • 🎯
    Sandy Beach

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The village center and surrounding neighborhoods offer a charming, walkable lifestyle with easy access to schools, parks, and the harbor. Other popular areas include the coastal neighborhoods near Sandy Beach and the more rural areas near the Hingham town line.

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📊 Cohasset — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer months bring higher electricity costs due to air conditioning usage, while winter months see increased heating costs. However, Cohasset's coastal location can moderate temperature extremes, reducing the need for extreme heating or cooling.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Cohasset's ZIP code 02025 has a property tax millage rate of 12.34, with no local surtaxes

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

7, with wide sidewalks and accessible parks, but some challenges navigating the village center's historic streets and limited elevator access in public buildings

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