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Mashpee, Massachusetts

Introduction to Mashpee, Massachusetts

Mashpee, Massachusetts is 23 miles E of New Bedford, Massachusetts and 57 miles SE of Boston, Massachusetts. It is in Barnstable county. The town is part of the Barnstable - Yarmouth metro area. The population of Mashpee is 12,946.

Mashpee History

Mashpee, which was once an independent land, was turned into a plantation in 1763, against the will of the native Wampanoags. The King of England was responsible. The natives were, however, given the right to select their own officials. Due to the harsh treatments received by the Native Americans from the white settlers, the population of the plantation declined steadily. There were a number of revolts for self government by the natives, but all without success. A small success by the Indians in 1834 increased their confidence and they finally set up their own local government.

Mashpee and nearby Attractions

  • 4-H Club Camp
  • New Seabury Golf Club
  • Old Indian Church
  • Ashumet Pond
  • Mashpee River

Things To Do In Mashpee

There are many tourist places in Mashpee. One can visit the Old Indian Meeting House, a very popular historic attraction. The nature parks are ideal places for family trips. Mashpee is also home to a very popular movie theater among area Cape Cod residents.

Mashpee Transportation

Boston Logan International is the nearest major airport.

Mashpee Higher Education

Cape Cod Community College is lecated in nearby Hyannis.

Comparative Profile of Mashpee, MA

Comparing Mashpee to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Massachusetts (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Age of the Population98
Senior Citizens910
Female Share of the Population89
Well-Paid Single Women86
Well-Paid Single Men74
Racial Diversity48
Children Under 5 Years Old35
Male Share of the Population32

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married74
Average Household Size53

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults86
People in Middle Class or Better86
People Above Poverty75
Median Family Income73

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home75
Public Transportation Use75
Walking and Biking to Work45
Short Commute Times35

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing1010
Housing Recently Built1010
People Living Alone56
Affordability of Property Taxes47
Affordability of Rents22
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals22

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime73

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