Popponesset, MA

Massachusetts · Metropolitan Area

Popponesset is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 501.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
501 Population 1,670/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $145,003 per capita
$652,200 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
75.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $652,200
131% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 75.4%
124% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.0%
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population501
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density1,670/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$145,003
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$19,298M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home Value$652,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Elevation8 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+75.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.49

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute26 min
Libraries33

Is Popponesset a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Popponesset is $652,200, making it a premium housing market at 131% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Popponesset is a highly educated community — 75.4% 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 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 has a population of 501 with a density of 1,670 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%).

Population

501
Total Population
1,670
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.9%
Female 65.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Popponesset vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.1%
62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Popponesset vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Popponesset is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Popponesset vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$145,003
Avg Weekly Wage$1,244
IRS Avg AGI$104,956

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above 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 Rate1.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Work from Home29.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Popponesset is $652,200, 131% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$652,200
131% 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-Occupied74.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,218
106% above US avg
Effective Rate1.11%
In Popponesset, 24.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 12.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Popponesset 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%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity12.9%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress14.7%
Physical Distress9.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate80.3%
Premature Death7,272/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Popponesset 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

Elevation8 ft (2 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,670/sq mi
Coordinates41.5736°N, 70.4634°W
County FIPS25001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 75.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (124% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.9%
D 59.6%

Winner: Democrat by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+75.4%
124% 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 Density1,670/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries33
Healthcare Facilities792
Restaurants1,098
Retail Stores1,381

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Work from Home29.7%

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