Sandwich, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Barnstable County County
Sandwich, MA
At a Glance
How Sandwich Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sandwich's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sandwich a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sandwich residents earn a median household income of $108,583 , which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $66,320. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 9,789 business establishments, including 1,098 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sandwich is $511,000 , 81% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $690,202. Median rent is $1,729/month, with 22.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Sandwich reports 158 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 59% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 320/100K.
Education
60.2% of adults in Sandwich hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% above the national average). 98.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sandwich 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 totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.