Median Income
$72,375
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
42.5%
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
18.5%
49% higher than US avg
How Dennis Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population206
Median Age62.0 yrs
Density45/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Economy
B+
Median Income$72,375
Per Capita$44,264
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.5%
County GDP$1,335M
Commute52 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease7.3%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation854 ft
Education
A
Bachelor's+42.5%
High School+82.3%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute52 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries3
Is Dennis a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Dennis receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Dennis stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Dennis is $72,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 42.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Dennis enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Dennis has a population of 206 with a density of 45 people per square mile. The median age is 62.0 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.7%), with 14.6% Hispanic.
Population
62.0yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.9% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.1% |
| 54% below US avg |
The median household income in Dennis is $72,375, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $72,375 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $44,264 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $818 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,487 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 18.5% |
| 49% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 942 |
| County GDP | $1,335M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 87 |
| Healthcare | 83 |
| Retail | 149 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,794 |
| 8% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 51.5 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,794 |
| 8% above US avg |
In Dennis, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Dennis vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.6% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.6% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 9.3% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.6% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.8% |
| Premature Death | 13,171/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 83 |
Crime Rates: Dennis vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
Safety Score
Dennis has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 58.7°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 854 ft (260 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.5473°N, 94.8769°W |
| County FIPS | 40041 |