Cost of Living in Barnstable Town, MA
Population: 49,232 • 2026 Data
$97,348
Median Household Income
+26% vs national
$1,751
Median Monthly Rent
+30% vs national
$559,200
Median Home Value
+65% vs national
3.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Barnstable Town
The median home value in Barnstable Town, MA is $559,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,751, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,885.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.6%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Barnstable Town, MA is $97,348. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3%, with a labor force of 27,428 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.