East Dennis, MA

Massachusetts · Metropolitan Area

East Dennis is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 3,685. Residents earn $100,504 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
3,685 Population 761/sq mi density
$100,504 Median Income $54,629 per capita
$658,500 Home Value
$721 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$100,504 median income, 2.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$658,500 home value, $721/mo rent
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,504
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $658,500
134% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.5%
38% higher than US avg
Median Rent $721
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.4%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

How East Dennis Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,685
Median Age62.6 yrs
Density761/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,504
Per Capita$54,629
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$19,298M
Commute20 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$658,500
Rent$721
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation93 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.5%
High School+98.9%
School Score6.49

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute20 min
Libraries33

Is East Dennis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Dennis receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. East 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 East Dennis is $100,504, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places East Dennis among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Dennis is $658,500, making it a premium housing market at 134% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $721 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

East Dennis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

East Dennis has a population of 3,685 with a density of 761 people per square mile. The median age is 62.6 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

3,685
Total Population
761
People / sq mi
62.6yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

East Dennis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Dennis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Dennis is $100,504, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: East Dennis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,504
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,629
Avg Weekly Wage$1,244
IRS Avg AGI$104,956

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,789
County GDP$19,298M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,098
Healthcare792
Retail1,381
Manufacturing188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,218
106% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Work from Home15.1%

Walkability

The median home value in East Dennis is $658,500, 134% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $721 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$658,500
134% above US avg
Median List Price$899,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$899,900
$/Sq Ft$758
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio98.0%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$721
38% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,727
1 Bedroom$1,822
2 Bedrooms$2,300
3 Bedrooms$2,858
4 Bedrooms$3,232

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,218
106% above US avg
Effective Rate1.10%
In East Dennis, 26.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 15.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Dennis vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.4%
18% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma11.8%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity15.2%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate80.3%
Premature Death7,272/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access90.1%
Healthcare Facilities792

Crime Rates: East Dennis vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

East Dennis has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation93 ft (28 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²)
Population Density761/sq mi
Coordinates41.7354°N, 70.1574°W
County FIPS25001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 46.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.9%
D 59.6%

Winner: Democrat by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.5%
38% above US avg
High School+98.9%
School Test Score6.49
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density761/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries33
Healthcare Facilities792
Restaurants1,098
Retail Stores1,381

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Work from Home15.1%

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