Quincy, MA

Quincy issued 3,580 building permits in 2025 worth over $135M in construction value.

Permits (2025)

3,580

building permits issued

Total Value

$ 135,000,000

in construction value

Median Permit

$ 5,100

typical project cost

Population

101,636

Norfolk County

Housing Units

43,000

52% homeownership

Median Built

1943

year home built

Permit Volume — 5-Year Trend

Year-over-year building permit activity in Quincy.

2021 3,700
2022 3,600
2023 3,320
2024 3,450
2025 3,580

Permit Breakdown by Type

Electrical, building, plumbing, and mechanical permits issued in 2025.

Permit type breakdown for 2025
TypeCountShareMedianAverageCommon Range
Electrical 1,220 34 $3K $4K $1,400–$5,500
Building 1,075 30 $26K $42K $10,000–$75,000
Plumbing 860 24 $5K $6K $2,000–$8,500
Mechanical/HVAC 425 12 $8K $10K $4,500–$15,000

Top Contractors in Quincy

Most active contractors by permit count in 2025.

Most active contractors
Contractor Permits Avg Value Most Common
Sullivan Electric Co 245 $3,500 Electrical
Manganello Plumbing & Heating 178 $5,200 Plumbing
Rutherford Construction 120 $31,000 Building
South Shore HVAC Services 95 $8,500 Mechanical/HVAC
Adams Building & Remodeling 68 $38,000 Building

Housing Stock

House Styles

Colonial 28%
Cape Cod 18%
Ranch 15%
Triple Decker 12%
Victorian 10%
Split Level 8%
Other 9%

Age Distribution

Pre-1900 10%
1900-1930s 22%
1940s 15%
1950s 18%
1960s 12%
1970s 8%
1980-1990s 8%
2000-Present 7%
1,650 Median sq ft
0.15 Median lot size (acres)

Energy Rebates & Incentives

Available programs for Quincy homeowners.

Home Energy Assessment

Free

Provider: Mass Save

Eligibility: All homes

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Heat Pump Rebate

Up to $10,000

Provider: Mass Save

Eligibility: Oil/propane to heat pump conversion

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Weatherization Assistance

Up to 75% of cost

Provider: Mass Save

Eligibility: Income-qualified

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Quincy Solar Pilot

Varies

Provider: City of Quincy

Eligibility: Quincy single-family homeowners

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EV Charger Rebate

Up to $700

Provider: National Grid

Eligibility: Single-family homes

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many building permits were issued in Quincy MA in 2025?

3,580 permits were issued in Quincy, MA in 2025, with a total construction value of $135M. Quincy's open data draws from three vendor sources to provide comprehensive building permit coverage.

What is the most common house style in Quincy MA?

Colonial is the most common house style in Quincy at 28%, followed by Cape Cod at 18% and Ranch at 15%, reflecting the city's blend of pre-war and post-war development.

What energy rebates are available in Quincy MA?

Mass Save offers free home energy assessments and heat pump rebates up to $10,000. The City of Quincy also offers a Solar Pilot program for single-family homeowners, and National Grid provides EV charger rebates up to $700.