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
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How Popponesset Island Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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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.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
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Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Popponesset Island vs U.S. Average
Income: Popponesset Island vs U.S.
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Income
| Per Capita Income | $184,274 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,244 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $104,956 |
| Gini Index | 0.466 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 9,789 |
| County GDP | $19,298M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,098 |
| Healthcare | 792 |
| Retail | 1,381 |
| Manufacturing | 188 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,218 |
| 106% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 105.80 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.36% |
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 76.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 23.3% |
Walkability
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 Burden | 33.7% |
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
| Homeownership | 100.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 0.0% |
| Housing Units | 77 |
| Median Year Built | 2004 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,218 |
| 106% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.36% |
Health Metrics: Popponesset Island vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 24.0% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.0% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 3.7% |
| Cancer | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 2.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 8.2% |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 19.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 12.9% |
| Depression | 23.8% |
| Mental Distress | 14.7% |
| Physical Distress | 9.5% |
| Short Sleep | 30.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Primary Care | 1:1,112 |
| Dentists | 1:1,033 |
| Mental Health | 1:183 |
| Checkup Rate | 80.3% |
| Dental Visits | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,272/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 792 |
Crime Rates: Popponesset Island vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 355.8/100K |
| 6% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 2,393.0/100K |
| 22% above US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.5°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,029/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5839°N, 70.4601°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Barnstable County County |
| Nearest Airport | New Bedford Regional (EWB) 26 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0435 ppm |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 89.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 34.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 99.3 / 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 |
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").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 20.8 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 58.3% |
| 73% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 28.6% |
| School Test Score | 6.80 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro / under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,029/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.4 sq mi |
| County | Barnstable County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 42.0% |
| Avg Download Speed | 131.2 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 5.8 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 33 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 792 |
| Restaurants | 1,098 |
| Retail Stores | 1,381 |
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 76.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 23.3% |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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 |
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.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Historical Trends — Popponesset Island
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 161 | $250,001 |
| 2015 | 26 | — |
| 2017 | 9 | — |
| 2019 | 34 | — |
| 2021 | 63 | — |
| 2023 | 72 | — |
Museums in Popponesset Island
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POLLY HILL ARBORETUM | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 809 STATE RD | 5086939426 | $11,328,738 |
| HERITAGE PLANTATION OF SANDWICH | HISTORY MUSEUM | 5088883300 | $3,313,318 | |
| MARTHA'S VINEYARD MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5086274441 | $2,670,786 | |
| WILLIAM BREWSTER NICKERSON CAPE COD HISTORY ARCHIVES | GENERAL MUSEUM | 2240 IYANNOUGH ROAD | 5083622131 | $1,420,880 |
| HISTORIC HIGHFIELD | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 56 HIGHFIELD DR | 5084951878 | $1,174,883 |
| SANDWICH HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5088880251 | $556,111 | |
| JOHN F KENNEDY HYANNIS MUSEUM FOUNDATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | 397 MAIN ST | 5087903077 | $429,295 |
| CAHOON MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART | ART MUSEUM | 5084287581 | $424,302 | |
| CAPE COD CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 5085398788 | $359,039 | |
| NATIONAL MARINE LIFE CENTER | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | 120 MAIN STREET | 5087439888 | $334,250 |
| THORTON W. BURGESS SOCIETY | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 5088884668 | $315,990 | |
| FALMOUTH HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 65 PALMER AVENUE | 5085484857 | $233,593 |
| CAPE COD MARITIME MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 135 SOUTH ST | 5087751723 | $230,142 |
| OSTERVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 155 WEST BAY ROAD | 5084285861 | $158,778 |
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF OLD YARMOUTH | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 229 MASSACHUSETTS 6A | 5083623021 | $77,266 |
| CENTERVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5087750331 | $67,840 | |
| APTUCXET TRADING POST MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 24 APTUCXET RD | 5087599487 | $66,312 |
| BOURNE HISTORICAL CENTER AND ARCHIVES | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | PO BOX 3095 | 5087598167 | $66,312 |
| BOURNE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 30 KEENE STREET | 5087598167 | $66,312 |
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF SANTUIT & CONTUIT | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1148 MAIN STREET | 5084280461 | $52,913 |
| ZION UNION HERITAGE MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 2766678478 | $49,574 | |
| HALLS CREEK PRESERVATION FUND | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | $44,250 | ||
| BARNSTABLE | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5083628448 | $40,955 | |
| TRAYSER MUSEUM DIRECTORS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5083628521 | $32,077 | |
| CAPE COD HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 675 MAIN ST | 5084289936 | $25,262 |
| COTOCHESET HISTORIC PRESERVATION TRUST | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $22,381 | ||
| BARNSTABLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 3087 MAIN STREET | 5083622982 | $20,409 |
| AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE TRAIL OF MARTHA'S VINEYARD | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5086934361 | ||
| BARNSTABLE COUNTY CATALDO ARCHIVES | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| BOURNE SOCIETY FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 22 SANDWICH RD | 5087596120 | |
| BOURNE SOCIETY HISTORIC HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5087596120 | ||
| CATAUMET SCHOOL HOUSE PRESERVATION GROUP | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5085633418 | ||
| CRACO SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7742696611 | ||
| HERITAGE MUSEUMS & GARDENS | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 67 GROVE STREET | ||
| HIGGINS ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 5083622131 | ||
| K-9S OF THE WAR ON TERROR | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | PO BOX 3436 | 7745219841 | |
| MARSTONS MILLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| MASHPEE ONE ROOM SCHOOLHOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| MASHPEE WAMPANOAG INDIAN MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5084773997 | ||
| PARTING WAYS THE MUSEUM OF AFRO-AMERICAN ETHNOHISTORY | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| TOAD HALL CLASSIC CAR MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5087784934 | ||
| U.S. SLAVE SONGS PROJECT | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| WAQUOIT BAY NATIONAL ESTUARINE RESEARCH RESERVE | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | |||
| WEST BARNSTABLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 3087 MAIN STREET | 5083622982 | |
| WEST CHOP LIGHTHOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| WOODS HOLE BELL TOWER TRUST | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 157 LOCUST STREE | 5085400876 | |
| WOODS HOLE OCEANOGRAPHIC INSTITUTION | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 15 SCHOOL STREET |
Libraries in Popponesset Island
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FALMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY | 300 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 358,576 | |||
| SANDWICH FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 142 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 131,958 | |||
| CENTERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 585 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 115,000 | |||
| JONATHAN BOURNE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 19 SANDWICH ROAD | 0.0 | 99,242 | |||
| WEST TISBURY FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1042 STATE RD. | 0.0 | 98,852 | |||
| OSTERVILLE VILLAGE LIBRARY | 43 WIANNO AVENUE | 0.0 | 93,194 | |||
| MASHPEE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 64 STEEPLE ST. | 0.0 | 86,167 | |||
| HYANNIS PUBLIC LIBRARY ASSOC. | 401 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 83,436 | |||
| VINEYARD HAVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY | 200 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 80,006 | |||
| OAK BLUFFS PUBLIC LIBRARY | 56R SCHOOL STREET | 0.0 | 74,110 | |||
| STURGIS LIBRARY | 3090 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 65,993 | |||
| MARSTONS MILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY | 2160 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 46,986 | |||
| EDGARTOWN FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 58 NORTH WATER ST. | 0.0 | 46,574 | |||
| COTUIT LIBRARY | 871 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 43,342 | |||
| WOODS HOLE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 581 WOODS HOLE RD. | 0.0 | 22,955 | |||
| WHELDEN MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 2401 MEETINGHOUSE WAY | 0.0 | 21,500 | |||
| WEST FALMOUTH LIBRARY, INC. | 575 WEST FALMOUTH HGHWY. | 0.0 | 12,997 |
Farmers Markets in Popponesset Island
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buzzards Bay Farmers Market | Buzzards Bay Park, near 70 Main St | ||||
| Falmouth Farmers' Market | 180 Scranton Avenue | 05/25/2017 to 10/05/2017 | Thu: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Green Harvest Organic Farmers Market | 1220 Nathan Ellis Highway (Rte.151) | June to December | Tue:12:00 PM - 4:00 PM; | Yes | |
| Hyannis Mid-Cape Farmers Market | 468 Main Street | June to October | Wed:2:00 PM - 6:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Mahoney's Garden Center | 958 East Falmouth Hwy | June to October | Sat:10:00 am - 4:00 pm; | Yes | |
| Mashpee Farmers' Market | Village Green at Mashpee Commons | ||||
| Osterville Farmers' Market | 155 West Bay Rd. | 06/19/2015 to 09/18/2015 | Fri: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Sandwich Farmers Market | Route 6A Village Green | Visit | |||
| The Farmers Market at Oakcrest Cove - Wednesdays and Sundays | 34 Quaker Meeting House Rd | 04/30/2014 to 10/08/2014 | Wed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sun: 7:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| The Winter SandwichBazaar | #33 Water Street | Visit | |||
| Tisbury Farm Market | 342 State Rd. | ||||
| West Tisbury | Grange Hall, State Road | ||||
| West Tisbury Winter Farmer's Market | Martha's Vineyard Agricultural Society Hall |
Breweries in Popponesset Island
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Cod Beer Inc | solrjson:Massachusetts, Barnstable, Food And Kindred Products, Malt beverages, Brewers' grain, , Hom | 1336 Phinneys Ln | 5087904200 | |
| Cotuit Liquors | Liquor Store, Wine Shop, and Brewery, Breweries, Wine Stores, Liquor Stores, Wine & Distilled Bevera | 3858 Falmouth Rd | 7742387310, 5084205899 | Visit |
| Dino's Pizza- Sports Bar | Pizza Place, Pub, and Brewery | 401 Nathan Ellis Hwy | 5084777030 | |
| Meeting House Package Store | Brewery | 231 Cotuit Roaad | 5084770753 | |
| Moonshine Liquors | beer & ale retail, liquor stores, liquor delivery services, Breweries, wine & distilled beverages re | 101 Iyannough Rd | 5084184033, 5087750660 | Visit |
Cell Towers in Popponesset Island
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 81 BOURNEDALE RD (76817) | LTOWER | 61 |
| 81 BOURNEDALE RD (76817) | LTOWER | 61 |
| BOURNEDALE ROAD (.125 MILES NE) | TOWER | 60 |
| BOURNEDALE ROAD (.125 MILES NE) | TOWER | 60 |
| THOMAS LANDERS ROAD | TOWER | 60 |
| THOMAS LANDERS ROAD | TOWER | 60 |
| THOMAS LANDERS RD (76824) | LTOWER | 58 |
| THOMAS LANDERS RD (76824) | LTOWER | 58 |
| CLAY HILL OFF ROUTE 6 | TOWER | 51 |
| CLAY HILL OFF ROUTE 6 | TOWER | 51 |
| 1138 MAIN ST (111718) | MTOWER | 46 |
| 1138 MAIN ST (111718) | MTOWER | 46 |
Airports Near Popponesset Island
28 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Cod Gateway Airport | HYA | Medium Airport |
| Nantucket Memorial Airport | ACK | Medium Airport |
| New Bedford Regional Airport | EWB | Medium Airport |
| Norwood Memorial Airport | OWD | Medium Airport |
| Bulljump Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Canapitsit Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cape Cod Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cape Cod Coast Guard Air Station | FMH | Small Airport |
| Chatham Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cranland Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Falmouth Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Field of Dreams Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Friends Ultralightport | — | Small Airport |
| Katama Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Mansfield Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marshfield Municipal George Harlow Field | — | Small Airport |
| Martha's Vineyard Airport | MVY | Small Airport |
| Muskeget Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Myricks Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pheasant Field | — | Small Airport |
| Plymouth Municipal Airport | PYM | Small Airport |
| Provincetown Municipal Airport | PVC | Small Airport |
| Sherman-Private Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Taunton Municipal King Field | — | Small Airport |
| Trade Wind Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tuckernuck Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Westport Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wing-Over Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Popponesset Island
18 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Barnstable County Sheriff | 6000 Sheriff's Place | |
| Barnstable County Sheriff's Office | 3225 Main Street | |
| Bourne Police Department | 35 Armory Road | |
| Bourne Police Department | 35 Armory Road | |
| Campus Police | ||
| Dukes County Sheriff | 149 Main Street | |
| Edgartown Police Dept | 72 Peases Point Way South;Peases Point Way | |
| Falmouth Police Department | 750 Main Street | |
| Mashpee Police Department | 19 Frank E Hicks Drive | |
| Massachusetts State Police – Oak Bluffs | 51 Temahigan Avenue | |
| Oak Bluffs Police Department | 2 Oak Bluffs Avenue | |
| Sandwich Police Department | 255 Cotuit Road | |
| State Police Bourne Barracks | 1 Bourne Rotary | |
| Tisbury Police Department | 918 Main Street | |
| Tisbury Police Department | 918 Main Street | |
| Tisbury Police Department | 32 Water Street | |
| West Tisbury Police Dept | 2 Music Street | |
| Yarmouth Police Department | 340 Higgins Crowell Road |
Treatment Centers in Popponesset Island
13 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| BrightView Health | Substance Abuse | 844-707-7775 |
| Cape Cod and Islands CMHC | Both | 508-564-9600 |
| Cape Cod Hospital - Centers for Behavioral Health | Both | 508-862-7670 |
| Cape Cod Human Services | Both | 508-790-3375 |
| CHC of Cape Cod Addiction Program | Substance Abuse | 508-477-7090 x1191 |
| CleanSlate Centers - Outpatient Addiction Medicine | Substance Abuse | 774-255-1739 |
| Duffy Health Center Inc | Substance Abuse | 508-771-9599 |
| Gosnold Counseling Center - Centerville Outpatient | Both | 508-862-9929 |
| Gosnold Counseling Center - Falmouth Outpatient | Both | 508-548-7118 |
| Gosnold Treatment Center | Substance Abuse | 508-540-6550 |
| Gosnolds Emerson House - Emerson House | Substance Abuse | 508-540-6550 |
| Marthas Vineyard Community Servs - Island Counseling Center/Outpatient | Both | 508-693-7900 x241 |
| Mental Health Clinic - Barnstable | Both | 508-778-1839 |
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Get ReportFrequently 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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