Northwest Harwich, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Barnstable County County
Northwest Harwich, MA
At a Glance
How Northwest Harwich Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Northwest Harwich's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Northwest Harwich a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Northwest Harwich residents earn a median household income of $89,063 , which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $56,890. The unemployment rate stands at 10.4% (189% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.5% 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 Northwest Harwich is $596,800 , 112% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $1,036,007. Median rent is $3,501/month, with 51.0% 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 1978.
Education
45.3% of adults in Northwest Harwich hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above the national average). 98.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Northwest Harwich has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.