Ocean Grove, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
3,099 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$97,109 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$337,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$674 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,106 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bristol County
5
Providence-Warwick Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Bristol County
3
Providence-Warwick Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 57% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (58%) (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 9 28
Feb 4 8 32
Mar 5 5 37
Apr 5 1 48
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 3 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 5 1 44
Dec 4 7 34

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Schools

Gardner
<1 miles, SE
Joseph G Luther
1 miles, N · 2.8star
Elizabeth S Brown
2 miles, NE · 3.7star
Stevens Childrens Home
2 miles, NE · 1star

Colleges

Rob Roy Academy-Fall River
3 miles, SE · 1star
Bristol Community College
5 miles, SE · 1.4star

Hospitals

Saint Anne's Hospital
3 miles, S · 3.2star
Southcoast Hospitals Group
4 miles, SE · 2.3star

Airports

Martha's Vineyard Airport
38 miles, SE · 1star