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Harwich Port, MA
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Harwich Port, MA
At a Glance
How Harwich Port Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Harwich Port's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Harwich Port a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Harwich Port residents earn a median household income of $64,813 , which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $62,095. The unemployment rate stands at 2.0% (44% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.3% 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 Harwich Port is $654,900 , 132% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $1,036,007. Median rent is $1,174/month, with 33.7% 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 1962.
Safety & Crime
Harwich Port reports 164 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 57% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,178/100K.
Education
67.1% of adults in Harwich Port hold a bachelor's degree or higher (99% above the national average). 99.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Harwich Port has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.