Dennis, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Barnstable County County
Dennis, MA
At a Glance
How Dennis Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dennis's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dennis a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dennis residents earn a median household income of $127,292 , which is 69% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $80,139. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 9,789 business establishments, including 1,098 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dennis is $835,300 , 196% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $678,668. Median rent is $1,542/month, with 20.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Dennis reports 236 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 38% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 786/100K.
Education
50.3% of adults in Dennis hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% above the national average). 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dennis has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.