Orleans, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Barnstable County County
Orleans, MA
At a Glance
How Orleans Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Orleans's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Orleans a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Orleans residents earn a median household income of $76,768 , which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,270. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.5% 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 Orleans is $542,500 , 92% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $1,086,536. Median rent is $960/month, with 27.8% 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 1977.
Safety & Crime
Orleans reports 153 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 60% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 857/100K.
Education
47.2% of adults in Orleans hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% above the national average). 98.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Orleans 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.