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.
| Community care facilities for the elderly | 1 |
| Percentage of population over age 55 | 32.9% |
| Number of museums within 30 miles | 93 |
| Number of libraries within the area | 9 |
| Number of movie theaters within 15 miles | 18 |
| Number of golf courses within 30 miles | 116 |
| Tax incentives for retirees | No |
| Median income for those aged 55–64 | $72,101 |
| Median income for those aged 65–74 | $50,977 |
| Median income for those aged 75 and up | $39,423 |
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