Woods Hole, MA

Massachusetts

Woods Hole is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 999. Residents earn $72,386 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
999 Population 467/sq mi density
$72,386 Median Income $78,349 per capita
$876,700 Home Value
$1,180 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$72,386 median income, 5.9% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$876,700 home value, $1,180/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
82.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,386
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $876,700
211% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 82.4%
145% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,180
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.5%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population999
Median Age67.6 yrs
Density467/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,386
Per Capita$78,349
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$2,110M
Commute25 min

Housing

F
Home Value$876,700
Rent$1,180
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI37 (Good)
Elevation33 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+82.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.49

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 75%
Commute25 min
EV Stations2
Libraries7

Is Woods Hole a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woods Hole receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Woods Hole offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woods Hole is $72,386, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woods Hole is $876,700, making it a premium housing market at 211% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,180 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 12.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Woods Hole is a highly educated community — 82.4% 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

Woods Hole 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.

Woods Hole has a population of 999 with a density of 467 people per square mile. The median age is 67.6 years, 74% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%).

Population

999
Total Population
467
People / sq mi
67.6yrs
Median Age
74% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Woods Hole vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woods Hole vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woods Hole is $72,386, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Woods Hole vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,386
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$78,349
Avg Weekly Wage$1,374
IRS Avg AGI$104,753

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% 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 Rate0.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Work from Home14.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Woods Hole is $876,700, 211% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,180 (1% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$876,700
211% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$775
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,180
1% 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-Occupied77.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,108
132% above US avg
Effective Rate0.92%
In Woods Hole, 24.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 13.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Woods Hole vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.5%
24% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure25.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity13.2%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress9.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Checkup Rate80.5%
Premature Death4,473/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Woods Hole 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

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density467/sq mi
Coordinates41.5287°N, 70.6665°W
County FIPS25007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 82.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (145% 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+82.4%
145% 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 Density467/sq mi
Total Area2.1 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 Commute25.3 min
Work from Home14.4%

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