Sagamore, MA

Massachusetts · Metropolitan Area

Sagamore is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 3,958. Residents earn $132,000 per year, which is 76% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,958 Population 1,189/sq mi density
$132,000 Median Income $58,012 per capita
$562,600 Home Value
$1,752 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$132,000 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$562,600 home value, $1,752/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $132,000
76% higher than US avg
Home Value $562,600
100% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 51.2%
52% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,752
51% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.3%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,958
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density1,189/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$132,000
Per Capita$58,012
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$36,917M
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$562,600
Rent$1,752
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain51.1 in/yr

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.2%
High School+97.8%
School Score6.49

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute27 min
Libraries31

Is Sagamore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sagamore receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Sagamore stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sagamore is $132,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 76% above $75,149. This places Sagamore among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sagamore is $562,600, making it a premium housing market at 100% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,752 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Sagamore is a highly educated community — 51.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Sagamore experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches, including 37.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Sagamore has a population of 3,958 with a density of 1,189 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).

Population

3,958
Total Population
1,189
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%
Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sagamore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.0%
55% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sagamore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sagamore is $132,000, which is 76% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Sagamore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$132,000
76% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,012
Avg Weekly Wage$1,343
IRS Avg AGI$110,225

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)16,845
County GDP$36,917M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,172
Healthcare1,378
Retail1,806
Manufacturing435

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,386
140% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Work from Home16.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sagamore is $562,600, 100% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,752 (51% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$562,600
100% above US avg
Median List Price$759,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$759,900
$/Sq Ft$353
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,752
51% above US avg

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-Occupied82.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,386
140% above US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
In Sagamore, 25.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 14.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sagamore vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.3%
21% below US avg
Diabetes6.4%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity14.8%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Checkup Rate79.9%
Premature Death6,525/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access93.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,378

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42

Safety Score

Sagamore has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.1 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall37.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²)
Population Density1,189/sq mi
Coordinates41.7828°N, 70.5321°W
County FIPS25023
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 51.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 8.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.7%
D 53.6%

Winner: Democrat by 8.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+51.2%
52% above US avg
High School+97.8%
School Test Score6.49
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,189/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries31
Healthcare Facilities1,378
Restaurants1,172
Retail Stores1,806

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Work from Home16.5%

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