Chatham, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
1,614 332.4M (US)
Median Age
67.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
60.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,269 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,550,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,176 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,335 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
34.6% 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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 58% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (37%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 8 30
Feb 4 9 32
Mar 5 4 37
Apr 4 1 46
May 4 0 55
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 4 1 45
Dec 4 6 35

Hazards

Blizzard

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Chatham Elementary School
<1 miles, NE · 2.3star
Monomoy Regional Middle School
2 miles, N · 3.2star
Monomoy Regional High School
6 miles, NW · 4.1star
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Colleges

Cape Cod Community College
19 miles, NW · 1.4star
Massachusetts Maritime Academy
34 miles, NW · 4.6star
Spa Tech Institute-Plymouth
43 miles, NW · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Cape Cod Healthcare
16 miles, W · 5star
Nantucket Cottage Hospital
28 miles, SW · 3.2star
Falmouth Hospital
35 miles, W · 5star
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Airports

Nantucket Memorial Airport
30 miles, SW · 1star
Martha's Vineyard Airport
39 miles, W · 1star
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