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Barnstable
City in Massachusetts, United States
Overview
Barnstable, Massachusetts, is the largest community on Cape Cod, blending historic New England charm with lively seafront activity. Its neighborhoods offer a mix of beaches, cultural sites, and scenic waterfront living. The city is a gateway to the islands and is beloved for its laid-back, coastal ambiance.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Massachusetts
Population
48,916
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
41.70°, -70.30°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
82
Female Safety
78
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
76
Food Safety
93
Monthly Cost
$3,710
Local Cost
$2,400
Local Income
$3,950
Cashless
86
English
100
Temperature
10.8°C
Summer Avg
19.0°C
Winter Avg
3.0°C
Record High
27.9°C
Record Low
-14.9°C
Humidity
84%
Precipitation
1124 mm
Internet Speed
91 Mbps
Upload
22 Mbps
Latency
23 ms
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
HYA
Distance
4 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 76/100.
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