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Woods Hole, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Dukes County County
Woods Hole, MA
At a Glance
How Woods Hole Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Woods Hole's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Woods Hole a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Woods Hole residents earn a median household income of $72,386 , which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $78,349. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9% (64% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.5% 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 Woods Hole is $876,700 , 211% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $817,842. Median rent is $1,180/month, with 26.7% 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 1951.
Safety & Crime
Woods Hole reports 356 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 6% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,393/100K.
Education
82.4% of adults in Woods Hole hold a bachelor's degree or higher (145% above the national average). 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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. The area gets 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.