Barnstable Town, MA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 47,998 |
| Crime: | Average |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
Climate
The oceanic climate is slightly cooler than the national average temperatures, with more snow in the winter months.
Geography
The area comprises seven villages around Barnstable Harbor, on the arm of Cape Cod Bay.
Recreation
Barnstable residents enjoy the typical recreations of coastal New Englanders--fishing, sailing, and going to the beach.
Historical
John F. Kennedy spent his summers with family in Hyannis.
Economy
Hyannis, Barnstable’s commercial district, is where many of the area’s offices and shopping centers are located. The town provides ferry access to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket.
| Population [details] | 47,998 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 59.6% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 121.86 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 39.30% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 32.23 °F/10.9 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 84.36 °F/59.29 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 46.89 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 95 |
| Cost of living [details] | 122.1 |
| State sales tax | 5.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Boston (54.11 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | BARNSTABLE MUNICIPAL-BOARDMAN/POLANDO FIELD (4.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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