West Falmouth, 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
8/10
home
Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
6/10
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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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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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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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
1,655
332.4M (US)
Median Age
65.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
65.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$115,735
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$734,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,307
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,414
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.6%
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 | 30 |
| Feb | 4 | 9 | 31 |
| Mar | 5 | 4 | 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 | 4 | 1 | 44 |
| Dec | 4 | 6 | 35 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.
Liberal (53%) (42%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 38%Schools
Falmouth High
2 miles, SE
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4.6
North Falmouth Elementary
3 miles, NE
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3.7
Falmouth Academy
3 miles, S
•
5
Lawrence
3 miles, S
•
3.2
Colleges
Massachusetts Maritime Academy
10 miles, NE
•
4.6
Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School
10 miles, NE
Rob Roy Academy-New Bedford
16 miles, NW
•
1
Cape Cod Community College
17 miles, E
•
1.4
Hospitals
Falmouth Hospital
3 miles, S
•
5
Martha's Vineyard Hospital Inc
10 miles, S
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4.1
Southcoast Behavioral Health
19 miles, NW
Airports
Martha's Vineyard Airport
14 miles, S
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1
Barnstable Municipal Airport-Boardman-Polando Field
19 miles, E
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1
Nantucket Memorial Airport
38 miles, SE
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1
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
42 miles, NW
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2.3