Seconsett Island, MA

Massachusetts

Seconsett Island is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 138.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
138 Population 1,380/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $43,515 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°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
68.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 68.0%
102% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 18.4%
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population138
Median Age52.2 yrs
Density1,380/mi²
Male / Female31% / 69%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans92.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$43,515
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,110M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity18.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.7%
Heart Disease3.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI37 (Good)
Elevation14 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+68.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.49

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 75%
CommuteN/A
Broadband54.0%
Libraries7

Is Seconsett Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seconsett Island 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 above-average unemployment. Seconsett Island stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Seconsett Island is a highly educated community — 68.0% 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

Seconsett Island experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Seconsett Island has a population of 138 with a density of 1,380 people per square mile. The median age is 52.2 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

138
Total Population
1,380
People / sq mi
52.2yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.2%
Female 68.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Seconsett Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Seconsett Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seconsett Island is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Seconsett Island vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$43,515
Avg Weekly Wage$1,374
IRS Avg AGI$104,753

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,434
County GDP$2,110M

Business (County)

Restaurants154
Healthcare55
Retail195
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,108
132% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied66.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,108
132% above US avg
In Seconsett Island, 18.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.7% report depression. 10.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity18.4%
43% below US avg
Diabetes5.3%
Heart Disease3.4%
High Blood Pressure21.3%
Asthma8.8%
COPD3.5%
Stroke1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking10.2%
Physical Inactivity10.2%
Depression17.7%
Mental Distress9.6%
Physical Distress7.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate59.0%
Premature Death4,473/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access93.9%
Healthcare Facilities55

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Seconsett Island has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation14 ft (4 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,380/sq mi
Coordinates41.5668°N, 70.5122°W
County FIPS25007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 68.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (102% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 52.6-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 22.6%
D 75.2%

Winner: Democrat by 52.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+68.0%
102% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.49
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,380/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities55
Restaurants154
Retail Stores195

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home11.4%

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