Vineyard Haven, MA

Massachusetts

Vineyard Haven is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 2,672. Residents earn $73,917 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,672 Population 2,055/sq mi density
$73,917 Median Income $49,246 per capita
$815,000 Home Value
$1,379 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,917 median income, 0.7% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$815,000 home value, $1,379/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,917
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $815,000
189% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.4%
32% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,379
19% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.1%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,672
Median Age52.4 yrs
Density2,055/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,917
Per Capita$49,246
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,110M
Commute20 min

Housing

F
Home Value$815,000
Rent$1,379
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Elevation60 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.4%
High School+99.4%
School Score6.49

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 75%
Commute20 min
EV Stations2
Libraries7

Is Vineyard Haven a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vineyard Haven receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Vineyard Haven offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vineyard Haven is $73,917, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vineyard Haven is $815,000, making it a premium housing market at 189% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,379 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Vineyard Haven experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Vineyard Haven has a population of 2,672 with a density of 2,055 people per square mile. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.2%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

2,672
Total Population
2,055
People / sq mi
52.4yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Vineyard Haven vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.2%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.8%
85% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Vineyard Haven vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vineyard Haven is $73,917, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Vineyard Haven vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,917
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,246
Avg Weekly Wage$1,374
IRS Avg AGI$104,753

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below 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
Effective Tax Rate0.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Vineyard Haven is $815,000, 189% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,379 (19% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$815,000
189% above US avg
Median List Price$2,652,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$2,652,500
$/Sq Ft$1,564
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,379
19% 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-Occupied57.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,108
132% above US avg
Effective Rate0.99%
In Vineyard Haven, 26.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Vineyard Haven vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.1%
19% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma12.8%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.4%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death4,473/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Vineyard Haven has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation60 ft (18 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density2,055/sq mi
Coordinates41.4572°N, 70.6075°W
County FIPS25007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 44.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 52.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 22.6%
D 75.2%

Winner: Democrat by 52.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.4%
32% above US avg
High School+99.4%
School Test Score6.49
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density2,055/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities55
Restaurants154
Retail Stores195

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Work from Home4.4%

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