West Falmouth, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Dukes County County
West Falmouth, MA
At a Glance
How West Falmouth Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Falmouth's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Falmouth a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Falmouth residents earn a median household income of $115,735 , which is 54% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $76,757. The unemployment rate stands at 10.3% (186% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,434 business establishments, including 154 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Falmouth is $734,000 , 160% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $817,842. Median rent is $1,756/month, with 34.1% 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 1982.
Education
65.9% of adults in West Falmouth hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% above the national average). 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Falmouth has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.