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Marshfield

Pop. 5,161·49th most expensive in Massachusetts·Marshfield rents are up 20.3% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,825/mo
Year-over-Year
+20.3%
Month-over-Month
-4.4%
vs US Median
+$863
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Marshfield · $2,825
More expensive than 87% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
35% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,825/mo, rent takes about 35% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$113,000/yr
Local median income
$97,105/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Marshfield's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,000
1 BR
$2,140
2 BR
$2,550
3 BR
$3,080
4 BR+
$3,390
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,550/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,825 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$33,900/yr
At $2,825/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 20.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+20.3% YoY, -4.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Marshfield, MA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 49.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
5,161
Median income
$97,105
Median age
46.1
Renters
29.8%
Age distribution
26.3%
27.2%
16.2%
18.8%
Under 1826.3%
18–3411.5%
35–5427.2%
55–6416.2%
65+18.8%
Gender
48.3%
51.7%
Male48.3%
Female51.7%
Race & ethnicity
96.4%
White96.4%
Hispanic3.1%
Other0.5%
Education (25+)
19.2%
25.9%
49.9%
No HS diploma5.1%
HS diploma19.2%
Some college25.9%
Bachelor's+49.9%
Housing tenure
70.2%
29.8%
Owner70.2%
Renter29.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Marshfield, MA has changed in 5 years

Income
$90,234 → $97,105
up 7.6%
Population
4,901 → 5,161
up 5.3%
Renter share
31.4% → 29.8%
-1.6 pts
Bachelor's+
58% → 49.9%
-8.1 pts
Median age
40.3 → 46.1
+5.8 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $90,234 in 2021 to $97,105 more recently. The population has grown by 5.3% since 2021, moving from about 4,901 residents to roughly 5,161. Renters now make up 29.8% of households, compared with 31.4% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 49.9% of adults here, versus 58% in 2021.

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Marshfield rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Marshfield, MA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Marshfield is $2,825/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,000/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,550/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,140/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,080/mo.

At 35% of local median household income ($97,105/yr), Marshfield ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 20.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Marshfield an affordable city for renters?

Marshfield is considered moderate for renters. At $2,825/mo, rent takes approximately 35% of the local median household income ($97,105/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Marshfield slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Marshfield?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $113,000/year (~$54/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,825/mo in Marshfield. The local median household income is $97,105/yr, meaning the typical Marshfield household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Marshfield?

Rent in Marshfield has increased 20.3% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Marshfield rent compare to other cities in Massachusetts?

Marshfield is middle-of-the-pack for Massachusetts for rent, ranking #49 out of 112 tracked cities at $2,825/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Marshfield?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Marshfield ($2,825/mo): Weymouth ($2,500/mo), Kingston ($2,769/mo), Plymouth ($2,818/mo).

What percentage of Marshfield residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 29.8% of Marshfield households are renters, while 70.2% are owner-occupied. Marshfield leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Marshfield rent compare to the national average?

Marshfield's median rent of $2,825/mo is $863 (44%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #49 out of 112 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
35%
MODERATE

At $2,825/mo, rent takes ~35% of Marshfield's median household income ($97,105/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax5%
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