Falmouth, MA
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
3/10
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Transit
3/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
4/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
3,996
332.4M (US)
Median Age
63.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
51.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$68,267
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$745,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,125
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,124
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
34.6%
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 | 8 | 29 |
| Feb | 4 | 9 | 32 |
| Mar | 5 | 4 | 38 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 47 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 2 | 0 | 72 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 54 |
| Nov | 4 | 1 | 45 |
| Dec | 4 | 5 | 35 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.
Liberal (54%) (43%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 38%Schools
Mullen-Hall
<1 miles, NW
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2.8
Lawrence
<1 miles, NW
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3.2
Morse Pond School
<1 miles, NE
•
2.8
Falmouth Academy
<1 miles, NW
•
5
Colleges
Massachusetts Maritime Academy
13 miles, N
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4.6
Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School
14 miles, NE
Cape Cod Community College
17 miles, E
•
1.4
Rob Roy Academy-New Bedford
18 miles, NW
•
1
Hospitals
Falmouth Hospital
1 miles, N
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5
Martha's Vineyard Hospital Inc
6 miles, S
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4.1
Cape Cod & Islands Community Mental Health Center
10 miles, NE
Cape Cod Healthcare
19 miles, E
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5
Airports
Martha's Vineyard Airport
11 miles, SW
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1
Barnstable Municipal Airport-Boardman-Polando Field
19 miles, E
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1
Nantucket Memorial Airport
35 miles, SE
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1
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
44 miles, NW
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2.3