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See what South Duxbury, MA has to offer.

Who Lives Here

South Duxbury Demographics

Education

High School

7%

Associate's

9%

Bachelor's

29%

Master's

18%

Doctorate

37%

Family Size

2 people

40%

3 people

21%

4 people

31%

5 people

3%

6+ people

4%

Household Income

0-50k

14%

50-100k

18%

100-150k

12%

150-200k

20%

200k+

36%

Age

0-10

10%

10-20

19%

20-45

20%

45-65

33%

65+

18%

Getting Around South Duxbury

South Duxbury Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

26%

15-30 Mins

22%

30-40 Mins

14%

40-60 Mins

14%

60+ Mins

24%

South Duxbury Education

Schools

Top Schools in South Duxbury

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Living in South Duxbury, MA

A small town in Massachusetts, South Duxbury has a population of slightly less than 4,000. Middle-aged professionals can expect to fit right in, as they make up an above-average percentage of the community, while young professionals are less well-represented. Only 1% of residents rent in South Duxbury, as most own their homes. Relatively high rent costs may be a factor, as the average rent of $2,250/month is substantially higher than the state average of $1,218.

Averaging about 39 minutes, South Duxbury's commute time is slower than the state average of about 31 minutes. Driving a car or truck is the most common means of commuting to work, selected by 29% of commuters, while public transit is used by just 3% of the population. Relatively few commuters walk to work.

Compared to the national average (7%), South Duxbury has a large percentage of residents over the age of 25 with advanced degrees, as 17% possess a Master's degree or a Doctoral degree. Further, 27% have a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average. If you're looking for a variety of career options, South Duxbury has plenty. The four most common industries are scientific, healthcare, finance, and education. Combined, these industries make up 26% of the town's labor force. Meanwhile, looking at job function, 8% of the town's population works in management, which ranks as the top profession in the town. With an average annual income of just over $140K, the sixth-highest average income of any municipality in the state, South Duxbury workers are generally well-compensated for their efforts. The town's average income also compares favorably to the national average of $73,345.