Monument Beach, MA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
8/10
- 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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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- 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
3,067
332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
46.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$86,953
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$540,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$848
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,554
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.5%
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 | 29 |
| Feb | 4 | 9 | 31 |
| Mar | 5 | 5 | 38 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 46 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 53 |
| Nov | 5 | 1 | 44 |
| Dec | 4 | 7 | 35 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (53%) (43%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 41%Schools
Bourne Middle School
1 miles, NE
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2.8
Bourne High School
1 miles, NE
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4.6
Peebles Elementary School
2 miles, NE
•
2.3
St Margaret Regional School
2 miles, N
Colleges
Massachusetts Maritime Academy
2 miles, N
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4.6
Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School
2 miles, NE
Cape Cod Community College
14 miles, SE
•
1.4
Rob Roy Academy-New Bedford
17 miles, W
•
1
Hospitals
Falmouth Hospital
11 miles, SW
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5
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth
16 miles, N
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5
Cape Cod Healthcare
17 miles, SE
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5
Airports
Barnstable Municipal Airport-Boardman-Polando Field
17 miles, SE
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1
Martha's Vineyard Airport
22 miles, SW
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1
Nantucket Memorial Airport
43 miles, S
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1
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
43 miles, NW
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2.3