Popponesset Island, MA

Massachusetts · Metropolitan Area

Popponesset Island is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 72.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
72 Population 1,029/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $184,274 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
58.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 58.3%
73% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Popponesset Island Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population72
Median Age66.5 yrs
Density1,029/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans70.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$184,274
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$19,298M

Housing

Home Value$2,000,001
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Elevation6 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+58.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.49

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
CommuteN/A
Broadband40.0%
Libraries33

Is Popponesset Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Popponesset Island receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Popponesset Island stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Popponesset Island is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Popponesset Island is a highly educated community — 58.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Popponesset Island experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Popponesset Island has a population of 72 with a density of 1,029 people per square mile. The median age is 66.5 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

72
Total Population
1,029
People / sq mi
66.5yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.7%
Female 40.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Popponesset Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Popponesset Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Popponesset Island is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Popponesset Island vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$184,274
Avg Weekly Wage$1,244
IRS Avg AGI$104,956

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate0.36%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home23.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Popponesset Island is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,218
106% above US avg
Effective Rate0.36%

Health Metrics: Popponesset Island vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death7,272/100K

Food & Exercise

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

Crime Rates: Popponesset Island vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Popponesset Island has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.0 inches
39% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6 ft (2 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,029/sq mi
Coordinates41.5839°N, 70.4601°W
County FIPS25001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 58.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.8-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.9%
D 59.6%

Winner: Democrat by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+58.3%
73% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.49
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,029/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries33
Healthcare Facilities792
Restaurants1,098
Retail Stores1,381

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home23.3%

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