Buzzards Bay, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,941 332.4M (US)
Median Age
56.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,847 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$453,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$733 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,320 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Barnstable County
4
Barnstable Town Metro Area
4
Massachusetts
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Barnstable County
3
Barnstable Town Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 9 30
Feb 4 9 32
Mar 5 4 38
Apr 4 1 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 2 0 70
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 5 1 44
Dec 4 5 35

Hazards

Blizzard

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, MA Plymouth and Barnstable District, MA 5th Barnstable District, MA
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Schools

Peebles Elementary School
2 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Bourne High School
2 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Bourne Middle School
2 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Massachusetts Maritime Academy
1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Spa Tech Institute-Plymouth
15 miles, N • 1.4 star
Cape Cod Community College
15 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Falmouth Hospital
13 miles, SW • 5 star
Cape Cod Healthcare
19 miles, SE • 5 star
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Airports

Martha's Vineyard Airport
25 miles, S • 1 star
Nantucket Memorial Airport
45 miles, S • 1 star
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