Oak Bluffs, MA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
10/10
home
Housing
2/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- 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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Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
- 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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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- 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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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- 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
1,357
332.4M (US)
Median Age
57.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
41.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
36.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$59,082
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
8 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$1,013,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,292
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$624
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
20.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Dukes County
5
Vineyard Haven Urban Area
5
Massachusetts
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Dukes County
3
Vineyard Haven Urban Area
3
Massachusetts
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 8 | 30 |
| Feb | 3 | 8 | 32 |
| Mar | 5 | 4 | 38 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 47 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 53 |
| Nov | 5 | 1 | 45 |
| Dec | 4 | 6 | 35 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 70% of residents leaning left and 24% leaning right.
Liberal (71%) (24%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 22%Schools
Oak Bluffs Elementary
<1 miles, SW
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3.2
Vineyard Montessori School
2 miles, NW
Tisbury Elementary
2 miles, W
•
4.1
Martha's Vineyard Regional High
3 miles, SW
•
4.6
Colleges
Massachusetts Maritime Academy
20 miles, N
•
4.6
Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School
20 miles, N
Cape Cod Community College
20 miles, NE
•
1.4
Rob Roy Academy-New Bedford
24 miles, NW
•
1
Hospitals
Martha's Vineyard Hospital Inc
<1 miles, NW
•
4.1
Falmouth Hospital
8 miles, N
•
5
Cape Cod Healthcare
20 miles, E
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5
Airports
Martha's Vineyard Airport
5 miles, SW
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1
Barnstable Municipal Airport-Boardman-Polando Field
21 miles, NE
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1
Nantucket Memorial Airport
30 miles, SE
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1
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
48 miles, NW
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2.3