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Duxbury, MA Utility & Living Guide
Living in Duxbury, MA offers a charming coastal lifestyle with easy access to Boston and a strong sense of community.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
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$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 | $540,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.23% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
Duxbury’s housing market is highly competitive, with a mix of historic homes, new constructions, and waterfront properties. The town has a strong demand for housing, driven by its excellent schools and coastal lifestyle. As a result, home prices tend to be higher than in surrounding areas.
Cost of Living
146
+46% above national average
120
110
105
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.25% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.23% |
| <p>State 5.2% + No County tax + No City tax (but local option meals tax 0.75%)</p> | |
Massachusetts has a flat state income tax rate of 5.2%, with no local income taxes.
Family & Relocation
40
8.5/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Duxbury has a limited public transportation system, but its downtown area is walkable and stroller-friendly, with wide sidewalks and accessible shops and restaurants.
- Duxbury Beach
- World's End
- and the Duxbury Free Library
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Duxbury has regulations in place to protect its coastal environment and historic districts, including zoning restrictions and conservation commissions.
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📊 Duxbury — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Duxbury's utility costs tend to be higher in the winter months due to heating costs, with an average increase of 20-30% from December to February. In the summer, electricity costs may increase due to air conditioning usage, but the overall impact is less significant.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 02332 has a property tax millage rate of 1.23, with no local surtaxes, but a 0.75% local option meals tax.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
8/10, with wide sidewalks, accessible shops and restaurants, and a walkable downtown area, but some areas lack elevator access in transit and have limited park access.
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