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Popponesset Island, MA

Massachusetts · Barnstable County · Barnstable Town Metro

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

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
72 Population 1,029/sq mi density
$2,000,001 Home Value $629,778 Zillow
50°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
356 Violent Crime/100K 2,393 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
356 violent crimes/100K (6% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
58.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 356/100K
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 58.3%
73% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.0%
25% lower 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%
Veterans72.0%

Economy

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

Housing

Home Value$2,000,001
Ownership100.0%
Zillow$629,778
Housing Units77
Rent Burden33.7%

Crime

F
Violent356/100K
Property2,393/100K

Health

Obesity24.0%
Smoking8.2%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI37 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation6 ft (2 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+58.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+28.6%
School Score6.80

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Broadband42.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries33

Is Popponesset Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Popponesset Island receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Popponesset Island offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

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.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Popponesset Island is below the national average at 356 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,393 per 100,000, 22% above the national average.

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 6.8/10 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. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. 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, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 66.5 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 40.3% female and 59.7% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 72.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 0.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

72
Total Population
1,029
People / sq mi
66.5yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.7%
Female 40.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Popponesset Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Popponesset Island vs U.S. Average

Per capita income is $184,274 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,244, 13% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 9,789 business establishments, including 1,098 restaurants. The cost of living index is 105.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100. 23.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Popponesset Island vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$184,274
Avg Weekly Wage$1,244
IRS Avg AGI$104,956
Gini Index0.466 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

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
Cost of Living105.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.36%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Popponesset Island is $2,000,001, 609% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $629,778, lower than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $1,822 for a one-bedroom to $2,300 for a two-bedroom apartment. 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 77 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2004. The average annual property tax is $7,218 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 33.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$629,778

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.7%

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

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units77
Median Year Built2004

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,218
106% above US avg
Effective Rate0.36%
In Popponesset Island, 24.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.0% of residents, below the national average. 25.0% have high blood pressure. 8.2% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 19.7% report binge drinking. 12.9% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 14.7% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,112. The dentist ratio is 1:1,033. 90.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.0%
25% below US avg
Diabetes6.0%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure25.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD3.7%
Cancer8.1%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.2%
41% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity12.9%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress14.7%
Physical Distress9.5%
Short Sleep30.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Primary Care1:1,112
Dentists1:1,033
Mental Health1:183
Checkup Rate80.3%
Dental Visits76.7%
Premature Death7,272/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access90.1%
Healthcare Facilities792
Popponesset Island has a violent crime rate of 356 per 100,000 residents, 6% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,393 per 100,000, 22% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 15 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Popponesset Island receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent355.8/100K
6% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,393.0/100K
22% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Popponesset Island experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. The city sits at an elevation of 6 feet, near sea level.

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)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6 ft (2 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,029/sq mi
Coordinates41.5839°N, 70.4601°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBarnstable County County
Nearest AirportNew Bedford Regional (EWB)
26 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.0"
39% above US avg
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.53"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.03"

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0435 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score89.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability34.5 / 100
Community Resilience99.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively High
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Coastal Flood Very High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.3. Most recent: M2.6 on Jan 13, 2015.

Jan 12, 2015 0 km NE of Wauregan, Connecticut M3.3 121 km
Mar 22, 1996 2 km NE of Bristol, Rhode Island M3.1 66 km
Jan 10, 1999 2 km ENE of Merrimac, Massachusetts M3.1 146 km
Mar 12, 2002 52 km E of Chatham, Massachusetts M3.0 94 km
Jan 10, 1999 1 km NNE of Merrimac, Massachusetts M3.0 147 km
Jul 22, 2003 72 km NNE of Provincetown, Massachusetts M3.0 129 km
Jan 8, 1998 52 km ENE of Rockport, Massachusetts M2.9 146 km
Oct 11, 1990 5 km NNE of The Pinehills, Massachusetts M2.7 40 km
Oct 13, 1999 2 km E of Littleton Common, Massachusetts M2.7 135 km
Apr 22, 1996 3 km NE of North Westport, Massachusetts M2.6 51 km
Jan 13, 2015 2 km E of Wauregan, Connecticut M2.6 119 km
Jun 7, 2002 3 km NNW of Hopedale, Massachusetts M2.5 111 km
Jan 23, 1990 3 km NNW of Boxborough, Massachusetts M2.5 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Henri (2021, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Henri Category 1 247 km
2019 Dorian Category 2 293 km
2014 Arthur Category 1 167 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 284 km
1996 Edouard Category 1 202 km
1991 Bob Category 2 81 km
1985 Gloria Category 1 197 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

54 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2. Total: 1 fatality, 32 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 18, 2023 EF2 96 km 0
Aug 7, 1986 EF2 85 km 0
Aug 28, 1970 EF2 37 km 0
Nov 18, 1967 EF2 56 km 0
Nov 21, 1956 EF2 88 km 0
Dec 18, 1951 EF2 25 km 0
Jun 26, 2024 EF1 89 km 0
Jun 26, 2024 EF1 73 km 0
Sep 13, 2023 EF1 93 km 0
Aug 18, 2023 EF1 78 km 0
Aug 18, 2023 EF1 86 km 0
Aug 8, 2023 EF1 34 km 0
Jul 29, 2023 EF1 80 km 0
Jul 23, 2019 EF1 16 km 0
Jul 23, 2019 EF1 19 km 0
Jul 23, 2019 EF1 34 km 0
Oct 23, 2018 EF1 89 km 0
Oct 23, 2018 EF1 74 km 0
Jul 23, 2008 EF1 70 km 0
Aug 21, 2004 EF1 95 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: NOMANS AERIAL RX (546 ac, 2008).

Year Name Acres Distance
2008 NOMANS AERIAL RX 546 47 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 3.7 in
March 38°F (3°C) 3.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 4.1 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.3 in
July 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in
September 63°F (17°C) 3.6 in
October 53°F (12°C) 3.8 in
November 45°F (7°C) 4.5 in Wettest
December 35°F (2°C) 4.3 in

Popponesset Island has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 29°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (3.0").

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Popponesset Island is located in Barnstable County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 58.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 73% above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 28.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 59.6% of the vote, a 20.8-point margin. 42.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 33 public libraries serving the community. 792 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.9%
D 59.6%

Winner: Democrat by 20.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+58.3%
73% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+28.6%
School Test Score6.80
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density1,029/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyBarnstable County County

Services

Broadband Access42.0%
Avg Download Speed131.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries33
Healthcare Facilities792
Restaurants1,098
Retail Stores1,381

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.3%
Average costs for common services in Popponesset Island. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $265 ($159–$423)
Specialist Visit $370 ($212–$582)
Urgent Care Visit $212 ($106–$370)
Emergency Room Visit $2,328 ($846–$5,290)
Dental Cleaning $138 ($79–$212)
Dental Filling $265 ($159–$423)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $48 ($26–$79)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $79 ($53–$127)
Brake Pad Replacement $317 ($159–$529)
Tire Rotation $42 ($21–$79)
New Tires (Set of 4) $635 ($423–$1,058)
Battery Replacement $212 ($106–$370)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $106 ($63–$159)
Electrician (Per Hour) $95 ($53–$148)
HVAC Repair $423 ($159–$846)
HVAC System Install $7,406 ($4,232–$12,696)
Roof Repair $1,058 ($423–$2,116)
Roof Replacement $9,522 ($5,819–$15,870)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,587 ($529–$3,703)
Divorce (Contested) $15,870 ($5,290–$31,740)
DUI Defense $5,290 ($2,116–$10,580)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,587 ($846–$3,174)
Will Preparation $529 ($212–$1,058)
Trust Preparation $2,645 ($1,058–$5,290)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16–$48)
Women's Haircut $58 ($32–$106)
Hair Coloring (Full) $159 ($79–$265)
Manicure $26 ($16–$48)
Pedicure $42 ($26–$69)
Massage (1 Hour) $85 ($53–$138)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.34 ($3.17–$5.82)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.70 ($2.65–$5.29)
Loaf of Bread $4.02 ($2.65–$5.82)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.76 ($3.17–$6.88)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.82 ($4.23–$7.94)
Rice (per lb) $1.06 ($0.63–$1.90)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $148 ($85–$265)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $74 ($32–$159)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $74 ($42–$127)
Internet (Monthly) $74 ($42–$106)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $69 ($32–$106)
Cable TV (Monthly) $90 ($53–$159)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $212 ($79–$529)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,116 ($1,270–$3,703)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $74 ($32–$138)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.46–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $106 ($32–$265)
Driver's License Renewal $32 ($16–$79)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,270 ($635–$2,645)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,058 ($529–$2,116)
After-School Care (Monthly) $423 ($212–$741)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $53 ($26–$106)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,058 ($423–$2,645)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $13,225 ($5,290–$31,740)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $63 ($32–$106)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $106 ($53–$212)
Dog Grooming $63 ($32–$106)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $42 ($21–$79)
Dog Spay/Neuter $317 ($159–$529)
Cat Spay/Neuter $212 ($106–$423)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,524
Toddler$1,386
Preschool$1,169
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$1,191
Toddler$1,082
Preschool$1,082
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Barnstable County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 15,677 1,055 $40,105 1.79
Health Care & Social Assistance 15,098 1,202 $73,389 1.09
Retail Trade 14,563 1,307 $44,996 1.51
Construction 7,204 1,456 $81,495 1.43
Professional & Technical Services 4,768 923 $93,138 0.71
Administrative & Waste Services 4,390 757 $62,109 0.77
Other Services 3,592 744 $52,110 1.24
Arts & Entertainment 3,103 266 $46,761 1.92
Manufacturing 2,258 162 $79,364 0.29
Transportation & Warehousing 2,190 154 $60,705 0.54
Finance & Insurance 2,146 322 $123,012 0.55
Wholesale Trade 1,797 268 $85,201 0.47
Real Estate 1,316 358 $66,918 0.88
Information & Technology 1,069 183 $73,983 0.59
Educational Services 980 111 $56,517 0.49
Management of Companies 592 30 $71,519 0.36
Utilities 511 20 $127,127 1.40

Radio Stations near Popponesset Island

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WVVY-LP 96.7 Tisbury, MA community radio, martha's vineyard MP3 152 kbps
Cool 102 classic hits AAC
WCAI AAC 130 kbps

Campgrounds Near Popponesset Island

7 campgrounds found near Popponesset Island.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Highland Beach Suites, unit 3 5.0/5 1 $205
Highland Beach Suites, Unit 1 4.8/5 1 $205
Bay View House 4.7/5 1 $450
Sunrise House 4.6/5 1 $970
Ocean View House 4.5/5 1 $550
Le Count Beach House 4.4/5 1 $450
Highland Beach Suites, Unit 2 4.0/5 1 $170

National Parks Near Popponesset Island

220 national parks and monuments found near Popponesset Island.

ParkTypeFee
Abigail Adams State Park State Park Free
Acushnet Cedar Swamp State Reservation State Park Free
Adams National Historical Park National Historical Park $15
Agassiz Road State Park Free
Alewife Brook Reservation State Park Free
Ames Nowell State Park State Park Free
Angle Tree Monument Reservation State Park Free
Arborway Ii State Park Free
Arborway Overpass Path State Park Free
Armenian Heritage Park State Park Free
Bayswater Street State Park Free
Beaver Brook North Reservation State Park Free
Beaver Brook Reservation State Park Free
Beavertail State Park Free
Bellevue Hill Reservation State Park Free
Bertha K. Russel Preserve State Park Free
Black Regiment Memorial Park State Park Free
Blackstone River Bikeway State Park Free
Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Blue Hills Reservation State Park Free
Borderland State Park State Park Free
Boston African American National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area National Recreation Area Free
Boston Harbor Islands State Park State Park Free
Boston National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Boyden Park State Park Free
Boylston Street Ii State Park Free
Breakheart Reservation State Park Free
Brenton Point State Park State Park Free
Bristol Blake State Reservation State Park Free
Brooke Courthouse Plaza State Park Free
Bunker Hill Cc Athletic Fields State Park Free
Bunker Hill Cc Campus Grounds State Park Free
Calf Pasture Ii State Park Free
Cana Portal State Park Free
Cannalonga Memorial Park State Park Free
Canterbury Brookside I State Park Free
Cape Cod National Seashore National Seashore $25
Carson Beach State Park Free
Centre Street I State Park Free
Centre Street Ii State Park Free
Centre Street Iv State Park Free
Charles River Reservation State Park Free
Charles River Reservation State Park Free
Charlestown Parcel State Park Free
Chestnut Street State Park Free
Chinatown Park State Park Free
Cochituate State Park State Park Free
Colt State Park State Park Free
Columbia Road/Day Boulevard State Park Free
Commercial Point State Park Free
Commonwealth Plaza State Park Free
Conley & Tenean Streets Park State Park Free
Constitution Beach State Park Free
Copley Place Plaza State Park Free
Correia State Park Free
Crane Ledge Ii State Park Free
Cushing Memorial State Park State Park Free
Cutler Park Reservation State Park Free
Decatur & Meridian Streets Park State Park Free
Demarest Lloyd State Park State Park Free
Devils Foot Rock State Park Free
Dewey Square Parks State Park Free
Dewey Square Plaza State Park Free
Diamond Hill State Park Free
Dighton Rock State Park State Park Free
Dorchester Shores Reservation State Park Free
Durfee State Park Free
East Bay Bikepath State Park Free
Eastport Park State Park Free
Elm Bank Reservation State Park Free
Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital Donation State Park Free
Endicott Triangle State Park Free
Fall River Heritage State Park State Park Free
Fisherman's State Park Free
Flagg St Scoccer Field State Park Free
Fort Adams State Park Free
Fort Phoenix State Reservation State Park Free
Fourth Street Park State Park Free
Franklin Park Zoo Parking/Dcr State Park Free
Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Gallivan/Hallet Circle State Park Free
Galvin Green State Park Free
Gaudette State Park Free
Goddard Park State Park Free
Governor Thomas Dudley Park State Park Free
Great Brook Farm State Park State Park Free
Gull Cove Fishing Area State Park Free
Hammond Pond Reservation State Park Free
Hannah Robinson Tower State Park Free
Hawksnest State Park State Park Free
Horseneck Beach State Reservation State Park Free
I-90 Interchange State Park Free
Indian Head Drive Boat Launch State Park Free
Jamestown State Park Free
John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Jordan Marsh Service Center State Park Free
Joseph Sylvia State Beach State Park Free
Kings Beach Access State Park Free
Leather District Park State Park Free
Lehigh Grove State Park Free
Lincoln Street Green State Park Free
Lincoln Woods State Park Free
Lincoln Woods State Park State Park Free
London Street Park State Park Free
Longfellow House Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Longmeadow Fishing Area State Park Free
Lowell Park State Park Free
Lynn Heritage State Park State Park Free
Lynn Shore Reservation State Park Free
Lynn Woods Reservation State Park Free
M Street Beach State Park Free
Malibu Beach State Park Free
Marine Industrial Park Entrance Ii State Park Free
Marine Park State Park Free
Mary Soo Hoo Park State Park Free
Mass Art Campus State Park Free
Massasoit State Park State Park Free
Meany Park State Park Free
Medfield Charles River State Reservation State Park Free
Medford Street Corridor I State Park Free
Melnea Cass Boulevard I State Park Free
Middlesex Fells Reservation State Park Free
Middlesex Fells Reservation State Park Free
Minute Man National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Mother Brook Reservation State Park Free
Mt. Vernon Street Plaza State Park Free
Myles Standish Monument State Reservation State Park Free
Mystic River Reservation State Park Free
Narragansett Parkway State Park Free
Narrow River Fishing Access State Park Free
Nashua Street Park State Park Free
Nasketucket Bay State Reservation State Park Free
Neponset River Reservation State Park Free
New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
New Chardon Square State Park Free
Nickerson State Park State Park Free
North End Park State Park Free
North Street Park State Park Free
Old Harbor Reservation State Park Free
Olmsted Green State Park Free
Parallel Park State Park Free
Park Drive Ii State Park Free
Passeonkquis Cove Fishing Access State Park Free
Paul Revere Park State Park Free
Perkins Street State Park Free
Pilgrim Memorial State Park State Park Free
Podium Plaza State Park Free
Portal Park State Park Free
Potowomut Pond Access State Park Free
Purgatory Chasm State Park Free
Quashnet Woods State Reservation State Park Free
Quincy Shores Reservation State Park Free
Railroad Avenue State Park Free
Revere Beach Reservation State Park Free
Rfk Greenway I State Park Free
Richmond & North Streets Park I State Park Free
Richmond & North Streets Park Ii State Park Free
Rink Grounds State Park Free
Riverdale Park State Park Free
Rocky Point State Park Free
Roger Williams National Memorial National Memorial Free
Rolling Bridge Park State Park Free
Ronci State Park Free
Roxbury Heritage State Park State Park Free
Rumney Marsh Reservation State Park Free
Sakonnet Harbor Fishing Access State Park Free
Salem Maritime National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Salters Grove State Park Free
Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Saugus River Reservation State Park Free
Savin Hill Cove State Park Free
Sayles Finishing State Park Free
Scarmella/Maverick Square State Park Free
Scusset Beach State Reservation State Park Free
Senator Finnegan Park State Park Free
Shag Rocks State Park Free
Somerset Street Plaza State Park Free
South Beach State Park State Park Free
South Boston Maritime Park State Park Free
South Main Street Park State Park Free
South Street Community Garden State Park Free
Squibnocket Park State Park Free
Stafford Pond Access State Park Free
State House grounds State Park Free
State Pier 1 State Park Free
State Pier No. 5 State Park Free
State Public Health Campus State Park Free
Stephen Hopkins State Park Free
Stillhouse Cove Boat Ramp State Park Free
Stony Brook Reservation State Park Free
Strandway/Castle Island State Park Free
Sweets Knoll State Park State Park Free
Teddys Beach State Park Free
Ten Mile River State Park Free
The Fenway Ii State Park Free
Touro Synagogue National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Town Boat House State Park Free
Tree House Plaza State Park Free
Truman Parkway State Park Free
Tunnel Harborwalk State Park Free
Turnpike Overlook State Park Free
Umass Boston Campus Ctr Oval State Park Free
United Nbhd Of Lower Roxbury Cg State Park Free
Urban Arboretum State Park Free
Valenti Square State Park Free
Vfw Parkway State Park Free
Victory Road Park State Park Free
Walden Pond State Reservation State Park Free
Webb Memorial State Park State Park Free
Weider Park State Park Free
West End Park State Park Free
Wharf District Park State Park Free
Williams Tunnel Portal Park State Park Free
Willow Pond Meadow State Park Free
Wilson Mountain Reservation State Park Free
Wompatuck State Park State Park Free
Wood Island Bay Edge State Park Free
Wood Island Bay Marsh State Park Free
Wormwood Park State Park Free

Museums in Popponesset Island

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
POLLY HILL ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER809 STATE RD5086939426$11,328,738
HERITAGE PLANTATION OF SANDWICHHISTORY MUSEUM5088883300$3,313,318
MARTHA'S VINEYARD MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION5086274441$2,670,786
WILLIAM BREWSTER NICKERSON CAPE COD HISTORY ARCHIVESGENERAL MUSEUM2240 IYANNOUGH ROAD5083622131$1,420,880
HISTORIC HIGHFIELDHISTORIC PRESERVATION56 HIGHFIELD DR5084951878$1,174,883
SANDWICH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5088880251$556,111
JOHN F KENNEDY HYANNIS MUSEUM FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM397 MAIN ST5087903077$429,295
CAHOON MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ARTART MUSEUM5084287581$424,302
CAPE COD CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM5085398788$359,039
NATIONAL MARINE LIFE CENTERZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION120 MAIN STREET5087439888$334,250
THORTON W. BURGESS SOCIETYARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER5088884668$315,990
FALMOUTH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION65 PALMER AVENUE5085484857$233,593
CAPE COD MARITIME MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM135 SOUTH ST5087751723$230,142
OSTERVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION155 WEST BAY ROAD5084285861$158,778
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF OLD YARMOUTHHISTORIC PRESERVATION229 MASSACHUSETTS 6A5083623021$77,266
CENTERVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5087750331$67,840
APTUCXET TRADING POST MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM24 APTUCXET RD5087599487$66,312
BOURNE HISTORICAL CENTER AND ARCHIVESHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 30955087598167$66,312
BOURNE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION30 KEENE STREET5087598167$66,312
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF SANTUIT & CONTUITHISTORIC PRESERVATION1148 MAIN STREET5084280461$52,913
ZION UNION HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM2766678478$49,574
HALLS CREEK PRESERVATION FUNDARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER$44,250
BARNSTABLEGENERAL MUSEUM5083628448$40,955
TRAYSER MUSEUM DIRECTORSGENERAL MUSEUM5083628521$32,077
CAPE COD HORTICULTURAL SOCIETYARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER675 MAIN ST5084289936$25,262
COTOCHESET HISTORIC PRESERVATION TRUSTHISTORIC PRESERVATION$22,381
BARNSTABLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3087 MAIN STREET5083622982$20,409
AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE TRAIL OF MARTHA'S VINEYARDHISTORIC PRESERVATION5086934361
BARNSTABLE COUNTY CATALDO ARCHIVESHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BOURNE SOCIETY FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION22 SANDWICH RD5087596120
BOURNE SOCIETY HISTORIC HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5087596120
CATAUMET SCHOOL HOUSE PRESERVATION GROUPHISTORIC PRESERVATION5085633418
CRACO SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7742696611
HERITAGE MUSEUMS & GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER67 GROVE STREET
HIGGINS ART GALLERYART MUSEUM5083622131
K-9S OF THE WAR ON TERRORHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 34367745219841
MARSTONS MILLS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MASHPEE ONE ROOM SCHOOLHOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MASHPEE WAMPANOAG INDIAN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5084773997
PARTING WAYS THE MUSEUM OF AFRO-AMERICAN ETHNOHISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM
TOAD HALL CLASSIC CAR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5087784934
U.S. SLAVE SONGS PROJECTHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WAQUOIT BAY NATIONAL ESTUARINE RESEARCH RESERVEZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
WEST BARNSTABLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3087 MAIN STREET5083622982
WEST CHOP LIGHTHOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WOODS HOLE BELL TOWER TRUSTHISTORIC PRESERVATION157 LOCUST STREE5085400876
WOODS HOLE OCEANOGRAPHIC INSTITUTIONSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM15 SCHOOL STREET

Libraries in Popponesset Island

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
FALMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY300 MAIN ST.0.0358,576
SANDWICH FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY142 MAIN STREET0.0131,958
CENTERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY585 MAIN ST.0.0115,000
JONATHAN BOURNE PUBLIC LIBRARY19 SANDWICH ROAD0.099,242
WEST TISBURY FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY1042 STATE RD.0.098,852
OSTERVILLE VILLAGE LIBRARY43 WIANNO AVENUE0.093,194
MASHPEE PUBLIC LIBRARY64 STEEPLE ST.0.086,167
HYANNIS PUBLIC LIBRARY ASSOC.401 MAIN ST.0.083,436
VINEYARD HAVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY200 MAIN STREET0.080,006
OAK BLUFFS PUBLIC LIBRARY56R SCHOOL STREET0.074,110
STURGIS LIBRARY3090 MAIN ST.0.065,993
MARSTONS MILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY2160 MAIN ST.0.046,986
EDGARTOWN FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY58 NORTH WATER ST.0.046,574
COTUIT LIBRARY871 MAIN ST.0.043,342
WOODS HOLE PUBLIC LIBRARY581 WOODS HOLE RD.0.022,955
WHELDEN MEMORIAL LIBRARY2401 MEETINGHOUSE WAY0.021,500
WEST FALMOUTH LIBRARY, INC.575 WEST FALMOUTH HGHWY.0.012,997

Farmers Markets in Popponesset Island

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Buzzards Bay Farmers MarketBuzzards Bay Park, near 70 Main St
Falmouth Farmers' Market180 Scranton Avenue05/25/2017 to 10/05/2017Thu: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
Green Harvest Organic Farmers Market1220 Nathan Ellis Highway (Rte.151)June to DecemberTue:12:00 PM - 4:00 PM;Yes
Hyannis Mid-Cape Farmers Market468 Main StreetJune to OctoberWed:2:00 PM - 6:00 PM;Visit
Mahoney's Garden Center958 East Falmouth HwyJune to OctoberSat:10:00 am - 4:00 pm;Yes
Mashpee Farmers' MarketVillage Green at Mashpee Commons
Osterville Farmers' Market155 West Bay Rd.06/19/2015 to 09/18/2015Fri: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Sandwich Farmers MarketRoute 6A Village GreenVisit
The Farmers Market at Oakcrest Cove - Wednesdays and Sundays34 Quaker Meeting House Rd04/30/2014 to 10/08/2014Wed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sun: 7:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
The Winter SandwichBazaar#33 Water StreetVisit
Tisbury Farm Market 342 State Rd.
West TisburyGrange Hall, State Road
West Tisbury Winter Farmer's MarketMartha's Vineyard Agricultural Society Hall

Breweries in Popponesset Island

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cape Cod Beer Incsolrjson:Massachusetts, Barnstable, Food And Kindred Products, Malt beverages, Brewers' grain, , Hom1336 Phinneys Ln5087904200
Cotuit LiquorsLiquor Store, Wine Shop, and Brewery, Breweries, Wine Stores, Liquor Stores, Wine & Distilled Bevera3858 Falmouth Rd7742387310, 5084205899Visit
Dino's Pizza- Sports BarPizza Place, Pub, and Brewery401 Nathan Ellis Hwy5084777030
Meeting House Package StoreBrewery231 Cotuit Roaad5084770753
Moonshine Liquorsbeer & ale retail, liquor stores, liquor delivery services, Breweries, wine & distilled beverages re101 Iyannough Rd5084184033, 5087750660Visit

Cell Towers in Popponesset Island

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
81 BOURNEDALE RD (76817)LTOWER61
81 BOURNEDALE RD (76817)LTOWER61
BOURNEDALE ROAD (.125 MILES NE)TOWER60
BOURNEDALE ROAD (.125 MILES NE)TOWER60
THOMAS LANDERS ROADTOWER60
THOMAS LANDERS ROADTOWER60
THOMAS LANDERS RD (76824)LTOWER58
THOMAS LANDERS RD (76824)LTOWER58
CLAY HILL OFF ROUTE 6TOWER51
CLAY HILL OFF ROUTE 6TOWER51
1138 MAIN ST (111718)MTOWER46
1138 MAIN ST (111718)MTOWER46

Airports Near Popponesset Island

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cape Cod Gateway AirportHYAMedium Airport
Nantucket Memorial AirportACKMedium Airport
New Bedford Regional AirportEWBMedium Airport
Norwood Memorial AirportOWDMedium Airport
Bulljump AirportSmall Airport
Canapitsit AirportSmall Airport
Cape Cod AirportSmall Airport
Cape Cod Coast Guard Air StationFMHSmall Airport
Chatham Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Cranland AirportSmall Airport
Falmouth AirparkSmall Airport
Field of Dreams AirportSmall Airport
Friends UltralightportSmall Airport
Katama AirparkSmall Airport
Mansfield Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Marshfield Municipal George Harlow FieldSmall Airport
Martha's Vineyard AirportMVYSmall Airport
Muskeget Island AirportSmall Airport
Myricks AirportSmall Airport
Pheasant FieldSmall Airport
Plymouth Municipal AirportPYMSmall Airport
Provincetown Municipal AirportPVCSmall Airport
Sherman-Private AirportSmall Airport
Taunton Municipal King FieldSmall Airport
Trade Wind AirportSmall Airport
Tuckernuck AirportSmall Airport
Westport AirportSmall Airport
Wing-Over Farm AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Popponesset Island

18 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Barnstable County Sheriff6000 Sheriff's Place
Barnstable County Sheriff's Office3225 Main Street
Bourne Police Department35 Armory Road
Bourne Police Department35 Armory Road
Campus Police
Dukes County Sheriff149 Main Street
Edgartown Police Dept72 Peases Point Way South;Peases Point Way
Falmouth Police Department750 Main Street
Mashpee Police Department19 Frank E Hicks Drive
Massachusetts State Police – Oak Bluffs51 Temahigan Avenue
Oak Bluffs Police Department2 Oak Bluffs Avenue
Sandwich Police Department255 Cotuit Road
State Police Bourne Barracks1 Bourne Rotary
Tisbury Police Department918 Main Street
Tisbury Police Department918 Main Street
Tisbury Police Department32 Water Street
West Tisbury Police Dept2 Music Street
Yarmouth Police Department340 Higgins Crowell Road

Treatment Centers in Popponesset Island

13 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
BrightView HealthSubstance Abuse844-707-7775
Cape Cod and Islands CMHCBoth508-564-9600
Cape Cod Hospital - Centers for Behavioral HealthBoth508-862-7670
Cape Cod Human ServicesBoth508-790-3375
CHC of Cape Cod Addiction ProgramSubstance Abuse508-477-7090 x1191
CleanSlate Centers - Outpatient Addiction MedicineSubstance Abuse774-255-1739
Duffy Health Center IncSubstance Abuse508-771-9599
Gosnold Counseling Center - Centerville OutpatientBoth508-862-9929
Gosnold Counseling Center - Falmouth OutpatientBoth508-548-7118
Gosnold Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse508-540-6550
Gosnolds Emerson House - Emerson HouseSubstance Abuse508-540-6550
Marthas Vineyard Community Servs - Island Counseling Center/OutpatientBoth508-693-7900 x241
Mental Health Clinic - BarnstableBoth508-778-1839

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Frequently Asked Questions About Popponesset Island

What is the population of Popponesset Island?

Popponesset Island has a population of 72 residents and is located in Massachusetts. The population density is 1,029 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 66.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 40.3% female and 59.7% male.

Is Popponesset Island expensive to live in?

Popponesset Island is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 105.8 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median home value is $2,000,001 (609% above the U.S. median).

Is Popponesset Island safe?

Popponesset Island is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 356 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,393 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Popponesset Island receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Popponesset Island?

Popponesset Island has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.

How is the job market in Popponesset Island?

The job market in Popponesset Island is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,244. There are 9,789 business establishments in the area, including 1,098 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Popponesset Island?

The median home value in Popponesset Island is $2,000,001. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $629,778. The homeownership rate is 100.0%. The average annual property tax is $7,218.

How are the schools in Popponesset Island?

Schools in Popponesset Island score 6.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 58.3% of adults in Popponesset Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 28.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Popponesset Island?

The obesity rate in Popponesset Island is 24.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.2% of adults are smokers. 12.9% are physically inactive. 23.8% of residents report depression. 90.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,112.

What are the demographics of Popponesset Island?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Popponesset Island is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 72.0% of the population are military veterans. 0.0% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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