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Living in
Quincy.
About
Life in Quincy
Living here means embracing a city that's genuinely transformed itself—from its industrial shipbuilding and granite quarrying days into a thriving suburban business hub with real economic backbone. The median household income sits at about $99,000, and with major employers like State Street Corporation, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Boston Scientific headquartered or significantly located here, job prospects lean solid, especially if you're in finance, insurance, healthcare, or tech fields. The commute to downtown Boston averages about 34 minutes depending on where you land and which direction you're heading, making it genuinely accessible for people who want suburban living with real city access.
Quincy at a Glance
Population, income, housing and more
Median Age
38.6 yrs
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Foreign-Born
33.0%
Broadband Internet
94.5%
of households
Population Growth
+1.5%
recent change · Census Bureau
Median household income
Demographics33.0% foreign-born, most often from China, excluding Hong Kong and Taiwan
Who lives in Quincy: race and ethnicity, ages, households, languages and countries of origin
In Quincy, the largest foreign-born group is from China, excluding Hong Kong and Taiwan (33.6%), and 15.5% of residents speak Chinese at home.
Under 18
14.5%
of residents
65 and Older
17.7%
of residents
Households with Kids
21.0%
anyone under 18
Living Alone
35.6%
of households
Married Couples
37.9%
of households
Avg Household Size
2.22
people
Race & Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latino of any race; other groups are non-Hispanic
Top countries of origin (foreign-born)
Languages Spoken at Home
Cost of Livingrent 20% above MA average
Rent, home values, and income in Quincy
In Quincy, rent runs 20% above the MA average, and home values are 10% above the MA average.
Median rent (per month)
Median home value
Rent Burdened
46.2%
spending 30%+ of income on rent
Severely Rent Burdened
20.4%
spending 50%+
Cost of Living Index
108.3
metro area (BEA) · US avg = 100
Median Property Tax
$6,381
per year, owner-occupied homes
Homeowners
45.2%
of occupied homes are owned
Typical Home Built
1958
median year built
Vacant Homes
5.8%
of housing units
Home Value Trend
Latest: $674,171 (September 2026)
Jobs & Economyunemployment about average for MA
Unemployment in Quincy
Unemployment in Quincy is close to the MA average.
Unemployment rate
City-level rate · BLS annual average
Unemployment Rate — 10 Year Trend
City-level (BLS) · Annual averages
What Quincy Residents Do for Work · share of employed residents by industry
City residents, wherever they work
Commute34.7 min avg
How Quincy residents get to work, and the nearest airports
In Quincy, most residents drive alone to work (50%), and 41% get there in under 30 minutes.
How People Get to Work
Commute Time Distribution
Nearest airports · with airline service
- 8 mi
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Major hub21.0M passengers boarded in 2025
Straight-line distance. Size is the FAA’s hub category, based on passenger traffic: regional airports may have only a few flights a day.
Safetyviolent crime 8% below national average
Crime rates for 2025
Violent crime in Quincy runs 8% below the national average.
Violent Crime Rate
302
per 100,000 residents
Below average (329 national, 2025)
Property Crime Rate
1,198.3
per 100,000 residents
Below average (1,552 national, 2025)
Quincy Police Department
Natural DisastersStrong Wind most common — 8 events in 2025
Natural hazard risk, storms and earthquakes
FEMA National Risk Index
Relatively Moderate
92.0 / 100
Compares expected losses from natural hazards, social vulnerability and community resilience against every US county (higher = more risk).
Norfolk County, county-wide · FEMA NRI December 2025
In Norfolk County, which includes Quincy, the most common type is strong wind, with 8 recorded events in 2025.
Most common events:
Storm events by year
| Year | Events | Top Type | Property Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 8 | Thunderstorm Wind | $12,200 |
| 2024 | 14 | High Wind | $4,200 |
| 2023 | 24 | Thunderstorm Wind | $48,800 |
| 2022 | 25 | Strong Wind | $17,500 |
| 2021 | 30 | Thunderstorm Wind | $322,000 |
| 2020 | 57 | Strong Wind | $30.2M |
| 2019 | 27 | Strong Wind | $90,800 |
| 2018 | 45 | Strong Wind | $240,000 |
Property damage is the National Weather Service's estimate filed with each event. “None reported” means the events were logged with $0 damage; “Not estimated” means no estimate was filed. Storms covering several counties aren't counted here, since NOAA doesn't split their damage by county.
0 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5+ within 100 miles in the past year
Norfolk County, county-wide
Air Quality39 median AQI — Good
Days by air quality category (2025)
Air quality in Norfolk County, which includes Quincy, is typically good — 308 good-air days per year.
Median AQI
39
Good Days
308
per year
Moderate Days
55
per year
Unhealthy Days
0
per year
Norfolk County, county-wide
Climate81°F summers, 24°F winters
30-year climate averages (1991–2020) — monthly temperatures and precipitation
Quincy has warm summers (avg high 81°F) and cold winters (avg low 24°F).
Spring (Mar–May)
58°/38°F
avg high / low
Summer (Jun–Aug)
81°/61°F
avg high / low
Fall (Sep–Nov)
63°/45°F
avg high / low
Winter (Dec–Feb)
40°/24°F
avg high / low
Annual Precipitation
52.3"
Annual Snowfall
50.9"
Hot Days/Year
13
days above 90°F
Freeze Days/Year
115
days below 32°F
Rainy Days/Year
137
Average month
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| Month | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 38°F | 22°F | 4.49" |
| Feb | 40°F | 23°F | 3.97" |
| Mar | 47°F | 29°F | 5.39" |
| Apr | 58°F | 38°F | 4.64" |
| May | 69°F | 48°F | 3.78" |
| Jun | 77°F | 57°F | 4.04" |
| Jul | 83°F | 63°F | 3.56" |
| Aug | 82°F | 62°F | 3.83" |
| Sep | 74°F | 55°F | 3.90" |
| Oct | 63°F | 44°F | 5.22" |
| Nov | 52°F | 35°F | 4.43" |
| Dec | 43°F | 27°F | 5.07" |
Healthcare
Hospitals, ratings, and health insurance in Quincy
Uninsured
3.5%
of residents
No hospitals inside Quincy's limits — nearest hospitals · within 15 miles
Carney Hospital
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 3.2 mi away · Boston
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Milton
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 3.6 mi away · Milton
Dr Solomon Carter Fuller Mental Health Center
Psychiatric · 6.1 mi away · Boston
Adult Health · vs. the typical US place
Share of adults. Modeled estimates, not counted cases. “US” = the typical US place.
Medicare-certified hospitals only. Doesn’t include clinics, urgent care, or freestanding ERs.
Education13.0:1 student/teacher ratio
Schools and degree attainment in Quincy
Quincy's student/teacher ratio is 13.0:1 (lower than the national average of 16:1), and 50.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public Schools
19
within city limits
Private Schools
5
within city limits
College Degree Rate
50.3%
adults 25+ with bachelor's or higher
Student/Teacher Ratio
13.0:1
National avg 16:1
Schools located within city limits (2023) — school-level metrics change slowly year to year
Colleges & Universities in Quincy
Public · 2-year · 2,300 students · in-state tuition $9,186 · 23% graduate · median earnings $55,527 (10 yrs after entry)
Nearby Colleges (within 15 miles)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 18,248 students · in-state tuition $71,372 · 89% graduate · median earnings $89,087 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 17,326 students · in-state tuition $69,289 · 91% graduate · median earnings $99,371 (10 yrs after entry)
University of Massachusetts-Boston
3.8 mi awayPublic · 4-year · 11,512 students · in-state tuition $16,558 · 62% graduate · median earnings $70,597 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 10,085 students · in-state tuition $73,508 · 91% graduate · median earnings $112,178 (10 yrs after entry)
Public · 2-year · 8,612 students · in-state tuition $6,288 · 22% graduate · median earnings $51,734 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 7,601 students · in-state tuition $64,796 · 98% graduate · median earnings $121,957 (10 yrs after entry)
Degree-granting colleges with 100+ students, placed by campus location (main campuses only — branch campuses are reported under their parent school)
Parks & Recreationclosest: Adams National Historical Park, 1 mi
Nearby national parks, recreation areas and public libraries for Quincy
Quincy has 8 nearby national parks or recreation areas, closest being Adams National Historical Park (1 mi away).
Nearby National Parks & Recreation Areas
Adams National Historical Park
National Historical Park
1 mi awayBoston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
5 mi awayBoston African American National Historic Site
National Historic Site
7 mi awayBoston National Historical Park
National Historical Park
8 mi awayFrederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site
National Historic Site
8 mi awayJohn Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site
National Historic Site
8 mi awayLongfellow House Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site
National Historic Site
10 mi awaySaugus Iron Works National Historic Site
National Historic Site
14 mi awayPublic Libraries in Quincy
Thomas Crane Public Library
40 Washington Street, Quincy
Adams Shore Branch Library
519 Sea Street, Quincy
North Quincy Branch Library
381 Hancock Street, No. Quincy
Wollaston Branch Library
41 Beale Street, Quincy
Cities Near Quincy
The closest cities within 60 miles
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Read our full moving guide — what it's really like to live here.
Quincy FAQ
Is Quincy, Massachusetts affordable?⌄
Quincy's median rent is $2,118/month, which is significantly above the national average. The median household income is $98,882/year. Median home value is $618,500.
Is Quincy, Massachusetts safe?⌄
Quincy's violent crime rate was 302 per 100,000 residents in 2025, which is close to the national average of 329/100k that year. Property crime rate is 1198 per 100,000. As with any city, crime rates vary by neighborhood.
What is the job market like in Quincy, Massachusetts?⌄
Quincy has an unemployment rate of 4.2%, which is close to the national average of 4.3%.
What is the cost of living in Quincy, Massachusetts?⌄
The cost of living in Quincy is primarily driven by housing. Median rent is $2,118/month and median household income is $98,882/year. The median home value is $618,500. About 46% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing.
How is the commute in Quincy, Massachusetts?⌄
The average commute in Quincy is 35 minutes, which is longer than average compared to the national average of 26 minutes.
Data from the US Census Bureau, BLS, FBI, NOAA, EPA, Zillow Research and other public sources. Where our data comes from