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Manchester-by-the-Sea

City in Massachusetts, United States

Overview

Manchester-by-the-Sea is a picturesque coastal town on Cape Ann, Massachusetts, celebrated for its historic character, beautiful beaches, and tranquil New England atmosphere. With a close-knit community feel and easy access to oceanfront activities, it's a perfect retreat for those seeking scenic beauty and relaxation.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
United States
State
Massachusetts
Population
5,395
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
42.58°, -70.77°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
93
Female Safety
92
LGBTQ+ Safety
92
Traffic Safety
88
Food Safety
99
Monthly Cost
$4,460
Local Cost
$2,560
Local Income
$4,800
Cashless
88
English
100
Temperature
10.0°C
Summer Avg
19.7°C
Winter Avg
0.8°C
Record High
31.4°C
Record Low
-18.5°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
1281 mm
Internet Speed
266 Mbps
Upload
24 Mbps
Latency
19 ms
City Vibrancy
5
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
5
Transport
78
Walk Score
78
Footways
156.0
Airport
BVY
Distance
12 km

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 16 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
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 82/100.

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