East Dennis, MA

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East Dennis Overview

3,711
TOTAL POPULATION
1,629
MALE POPULATION
2,082
FEMALE POPULATION
78.24
MALES / 100 FEMALES
127.81
FEMALES / 100 MALES
63.0
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$51,815
PER CAPITA INCOME
$125,927
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$85,321
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
45.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
54.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,782
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
51.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

East Dennis Zip Codes

East Dennis Area Codes

Race in East Dennis

The most populous races in East Dennis are White / Caucasian (3,550 | 95.7%), Two or more Races (55 | 1.5%), and Native / Alaskan (51 | 1.4%).
Race in East Dennis
Race# Population% Population
Asian280.7%
Black / African American270.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino90.2%
Native / Alaskan511.4%
White / Caucasian3,55095.7%
Two or more Races551.5%
Some other Race00.0%
Total3,711100.0%

Ancestry in East Dennis

The most populous ancestries reported in East Dennis are Irish (1,259 | 33.9%), English (722 | 19.5%), German (446 | 12.0%), Polish (423 | 11.4%), and Lithuanian (344 | 9.3%), together accounting for 86.1% of all East Dennis residents.
Ancestry in East Dennis
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1524.1%
British170.5%
Cuban90.2%
Dutch561.5%
English72219.5%
Finnish110.3%
French2276.1%
French Canadian1784.8%
German44612.0%
Greek531.4%
Haitian270.7%
Indian (Asian)280.7%
Irish1,25933.9%
Italian3268.8%
Lithuanian3449.3%
Polish42311.4%
Portuguese1253.4%
Russian290.8%
Scotch-Irish571.5%
Scottish1915.1%
Slavic270.7%
Swedish2085.6%
Ukrainian521.4%
Welsh300.8%
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Immigrants in East Dennis

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in East Dennis came from Europe (56 | 1.5%), Greece (39 | 1.1%), Southern Europe (39 | 1.1%), Asia (28 | 0.7%), and China (28 | 0.7%), together accounting for 5.1% of all East Dennis residents.
Immigrants in East Dennis
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia280.7%
Canada90.2%
Caribbean80.2%
China280.7%
Eastern Asia280.7%
Europe561.5%
Greece391.1%
Haiti80.2%
Latin America80.2%
Northern Europe170.5%
Southern Europe391.1%
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Sex and Age in East Dennis

Sex and Age in East Dennis

The most populous age groups in East Dennis are 65 to 69 Years (229 | 14.1%) for men and 75 to 79 Years (344 | 16.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in East Dennis
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years48 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years69 (4.2%)36 (1.7%)
10 to 14 Years37 (2.3%)36 (1.7%)
15 to 19 Years47 (2.9%)48 (2.3%)
20 to 24 Years136 (8.4%)72 (3.5%)
25 to 29 Years92 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years62 (3.8%)207 (9.9%)
35 to 39 Years122 (7.5%)10 (0.5%)
40 to 44 Years59 (3.6%)166 (8.0%)
45 to 49 Years73 (4.5%)52 (2.5%)
50 to 54 Years104 (6.4%)98 (4.7%)
55 to 59 Years65 (4.0%)132 (6.3%)
60 to 64 Years52 (3.2%)195 (9.4%)
65 to 69 Years229 (14.1%)197 (9.5%)
70 to 74 Years155 (9.5%)252 (12.1%)
75 to 79 Years92 (5.7%)344 (16.5%)
80 to 84 Years124 (7.6%)134 (6.4%)
85 Years and over63 (3.9%)103 (5.0%)
Total1,629 (100.0%)2,082 (100.0%)

Families and Households in East Dennis

Median Family Size in East Dennis

The median family size in East Dennis is 2.89 persons per family, with single female/mother families (256 | 23.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.34 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (52 | 4.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.13 persons per family.
Median Family Size in East Dennis
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple761 (71.2%)2.80
Single Male/Father52 (4.9%)2.13
Single Female/Mother256 (23.9%)3.34
Total Families1,069 (100.0%)2.89

Median Household Size in East Dennis

The median household size in East Dennis is 2.34 persons per household, with single female/mother households (256 | 16.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.55 persons per household. non-family households (514 | 32.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.06 persons per household.
Median Household Size in East Dennis
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple761 (48.1%)2.80
Single Male/Father52 (3.3%)2.52
Single Female/Mother256 (16.2%)3.55
Non-family514 (32.5%)1.06
Total Households1,583 (100.0%)2.34

Household Size by Marriage Status in East Dennis

Out of a total of 1,583 households in East Dennis, 1,069 (67.5%) are family households, while 514 (32.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 592, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 484.
Household Size by Marriage Status in East Dennis
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-484 (30.6%)
2-Person Households592 (37.4%)30 (1.9%)
3-Person Households244 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households137 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households93 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households3 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,069 (67.5%)514 (32.5%)

Female Fertility in East Dennis

Fertility by Age in East Dennis

Female Fertility by Age in East Dennis
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in East Dennis

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in East Dennis
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in East Dennis

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in East Dennis
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in East Dennis

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in East Dennis
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in East Dennis

Income Overview in East Dennis

Per Capita Income in East Dennis is $51,815, while median incomes of families and households are $125,927 and $85,321 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,711$51,815
Median Family Income1,069$125,927
Mean Family Income1,069$137,644
Median Household Income1,583$85,321
Mean Household Income1,583$118,153
Income Deficit1,069$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,71145.56%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,71154.44¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,7110.44

Earnings by Sex in East Dennis

Average Earnings in East Dennis are $29,479, $41,636 for men and $22,667 for women, a difference of 45.6%.
Earnings by Sex in East Dennis
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male862 (46.7%)$41,636
Female984 (53.3%)$22,667
Total1,846 (100.0%)$29,479

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in East Dennis

The most common earnings brackets in East Dennis are $100,000+ for men (182 | 21.1%) and $2,499 or less for women (110 | 11.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in East Dennis
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less106 (12.3%)110 (11.2%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)39 (4.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)30 (3.0%)
$7,500 to $9,99984 (9.7%)10 (1.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49934 (3.9%)95 (9.7%)
$12,500 to $14,99911 (1.3%)96 (9.8%)
$15,000 to $17,4999 (1.0%)25 (2.5%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49916 (1.9%)85 (8.6%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)30 (3.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99982 (9.5%)81 (8.2%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)88 (8.9%)
$35,000 to $39,99919 (2.2%)26 (2.6%)
$40,000 to $44,999121 (14.0%)7 (0.7%)
$45,000 to $49,99921 (2.4%)12 (1.2%)
$50,000 to $54,9999 (1.0%)57 (5.8%)
$55,000 to $64,99961 (7.1%)57 (5.8%)
$65,000 to $74,99940 (4.6%)26 (2.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99967 (7.8%)74 (7.5%)
$100,000+182 (21.1%)36 (3.7%)
Total862 (100.0%)984 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in East Dennis

Average earnings in East Dennis are $46,641 for men and $25,368 for women, a difference of 45.6%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $78,636, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $45,703. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $28,162, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $2,499.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in East Dennis
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$78,636$0
Bachelor's Degree$45,703$28,162
Graduate Degree--
Total$46,641$25,368

Family Income in East Dennis

Family Income Brackets in East Dennis

According to the East Dennis family income data, there are 245 families falling into the $150,000 to $199,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in East Dennis
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000555.1%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999373.5%
$25,000 to $34,999302.8%
$35,000 to $49,99912611.8%
$50,000 to $74,99911710.9%
$75,000 to $99,99914813.8%
$100,000 to $149,9991069.9%
$150,000 to $199,99924522.9%
$200,000+20519.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in East Dennis

4-person families (137 | 12.8%) account for the highest median family income in East Dennis with $165,729 per family, while 2-person families (666 | 62.3%) have the highest median income of $56,528 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in East Dennis
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families666 (62.3%)$113,056
3-Person Families170 (15.9%)$0
4-Person Families137 (12.8%)$165,729
5-Person Families93 (8.7%)$0
6-Person Families3 (0.3%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,069 (100.0%)$125,927

Family Income by Number of Earners in East Dennis

The median family income in East Dennis is $125,927, with families comprising 2 earners (223) having the highest median family income of $162,850, while families with 1 earner (311) have the lowest median family income of $51,193, accounting for 20.9% and 29.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in East Dennis
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners353 (33.0%)$132,837
1 Earner311 (29.1%)$51,193
2 Earners223 (20.9%)$162,850
3+ Earners182 (17.0%)$159,200
Total1,069 (100.0%)$125,927

Household Income in East Dennis

Household Income Brackets in East Dennis

With 258 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in East Dennis, accounting for 16.3% of all households. In contrast, only 8 households (0.5%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in East Dennis
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000784.9%
$10,000 to $14,99980.5%
$15,000 to $24,9991257.9%
$25,000 to $34,999684.3%
$35,000 to $49,99923314.7%
$50,000 to $74,9991579.9%
$75,000 to $99,99922214.0%
$100,000 to $149,99919812.5%
$150,000 to $199,99923715.0%
$200,000+25816.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in East Dennis

The median household income in East Dennis is $85,321, with the highest median household income of $85,179 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 981 households (62.0%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in East Dennis
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years217 (13.7%)$78,375
45 to 64 Years385 (24.3%)$0
65+ Years981 (62.0%)$85,179
Total1,583 (100.0%)$85,321

Poverty in East Dennis

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in East Dennis

With 5.4% poverty level for males and 7.2% for females among the residents of East Dennis, 12 to 14 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 19 males (67.9%) and 17 females (46.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in East Dennis
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)17 (46.0%)
12 to 14 Years19 (67.9%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years13 (8.4%)18 (8.7%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years19 (10.7%)29 (19.3%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years10 (2.6%)18 (4.0%)
75 Years and over27 (9.7%)67 (11.5%)
Total88 (5.4%)149 (7.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in East Dennis

According to the poverty statistics in East Dennis, males aged under 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in East Dennis
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years54 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years24 (100.0%)20 (54.0%)
12 to 14 Years9 (32.1%)25 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years9 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years174 (100.0%)72 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years141 (91.6%)189 (91.3%)
35 to 44 Years181 (100.0%)176 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years158 (89.3%)121 (80.7%)
55 to 64 Years117 (100.0%)327 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years374 (97.4%)431 (96.0%)
75 Years and over252 (90.3%)514 (88.5%)
Total1,541 (94.6%)1,933 (92.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in East Dennis

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in East Dennis show that 4.9% or 37 of the total 761 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 5.7%, comprising of 37 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in East Dennis
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children614 (94.3%)37 (5.7%)
1 or 2 Children110 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total724 (95.1%)37 (4.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in East Dennis

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in East Dennis
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)11 (5.1%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)47 (18.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in East Dennis

The poverty data for East Dennis shows that 37 of the married-couple family households (4.9%) and 47 of the single-parent households (15.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 37 households (5.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 36 household (78.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in East Dennis
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children37 (5.7%)11 (4.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)36 (78.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total37 (4.9%)47 (15.3%)

Employment Characteristics in East Dennis

Employment by Class of Employer in East Dennis

Among the 1,500 employed individuals in East Dennis, private company employees (1,023 | 68.2%), not-for-profit organizations (134 | 8.9%), and self-employed (incorporated) (106 | 7.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in East Dennis
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,02368.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1067.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)805.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations1348.9%
Local Government Employees835.5%
State Government Employees644.3%
Federal Government Employees100.7%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,500100.0%

Employment Status by Age in East Dennis

According to the labor force statistics for East Dennis, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,467), 51.4% or 1,782 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.9% or 87 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 93.3% or 251 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.1% or 30 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in East Dennis
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years38 (49.4%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years157 (75.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years79 (85.9%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years251 (93.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years288 (80.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years299 (91.4%)42 (14.0%)
55 to 59 Years175 (88.8%)30 (17.1%)
60 to 64 Years142 (57.5%)7 (4.9%)
65 to 74 Years281 (33.7%)8 (2.8%)
75 Years and over72 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,782 (51.4%)87 (4.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in East Dennis

According to labor force statistics for East Dennis, 82.9% of individuals (1,234) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,489) are in the labor force, with 6.4% or 79 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 95.3% or 564 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.8% or 37 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in East Dennis
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School19 (46.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma232 (59.9%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree419 (89.3%)41 (8.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher564 (95.3%)44 (7.4%)
Total1,234 (82.9%)95 (6.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in East Dennis

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in East Dennis are Management (253 | 14.9%), Community & Social Service (227 | 13.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (141 | 8.3%), Education Instruction & Library (135 | 8.0%), and Health Technologists (114 | 6.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in East Dennis

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in East Dennis, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Management (81.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in East Dennis
OccupationMaleFemale
Management205 (81.0%)48 (19.0%)
Business & Financial21 (75.0%)7 (25.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science33 (64.7%)18 (35.3%)
Computers & Mathematics22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 10 (4.4%)217 (95.6%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library10 (7.4%)125 (92.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)82 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating51 (36.2%)90 (63.8%)
Health Technologists51 (44.7%)63 (55.3%)
Total (Category)320 (45.7%)380 (54.3%)
Total (Overall)814 (48.0%)881 (52.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in East Dennis are Personal Care & Service (121 | 7.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (109 | 6.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (91 | 5.4%), Healthcare Support (77 | 4.5%), and Security & Protection (5 | 0.3%).
Services Occupations in East Dennis

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in East Dennis, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (42.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (69.2%), and Personal Care & Service (68.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in East Dennis
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)77 (100.0%)
Security & Protection5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving46 (42.2%)63 (57.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance28 (30.8%)63 (69.2%)
Personal Care & Service38 (31.4%)83 (68.6%)
Total (Category)117 (29.0%)286 (71.0%)
Total (Overall)814 (48.0%)881 (52.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in East Dennis are Sales & Related (150 | 8.8%), and Office & Administration (110 | 6.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in East Dennis

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in East Dennis
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related77 (51.3%)73 (48.7%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)110 (100.0%)
Total (Category)77 (29.6%)183 (70.4%)
Total (Overall)814 (48.0%)881 (52.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in East Dennis are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (108 | 6.4%), Construction & Extraction (80 | 4.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (24 | 1.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in East Dennis

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in East Dennis
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Construction & Extraction80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair108 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)188 (88.7%)24 (11.3%)
Total (Overall)814 (48.0%)881 (52.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in East Dennis are Production (86 | 5.1%), and Transportation (34 | 2.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in East Dennis

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in East Dennis
OccupationMaleFemale
Production78 (90.7%)8 (9.3%)
Transportation34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)112 (93.3%)8 (6.7%)
Total (Overall)814 (48.0%)881 (52.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in East Dennis

Employment Industries in East Dennis

The major employment industries in East Dennis include Health Care & Social Assistance (229 | 13.5%), Retail Trade (205 | 12.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (179 | 10.6%), Educational Services (149 | 8.8%), and Professional & Scientific (117 | 6.9%).
Employment Industries in East Dennis

Employment Industries by Sex in East Dennis

The East Dennis industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Educational Services (93.3%), and Professional & Scientific (81.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in East Dennis
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction103 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing76 (90.5%)8 (9.5%)
Wholesale Trade56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade55 (26.8%)150 (73.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance108 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific22 (18.8%)95 (81.2%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services10 (6.7%)139 (93.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance63 (27.5%)166 (72.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services116 (64.8%)63 (35.2%)
Public Administration50 (66.7%)25 (33.3%)
Total814 (48.0%)881 (52.0%)

Education in East Dennis

School Enrollment in East Dennis

The most common levels of schooling among the 391 students in East Dennis are college / undergraduate (103 | 26.3%), high school (99 | 25.3%), and middle school (65 | 16.6%).
School Enrollment in East Dennis
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool102.6%
Kindergarten5413.8%
Elementary School4511.5%
Middle School6516.6%
High School9925.3%
College / Undergraduate10326.3%
Graduate / Professional153.8%
Total391100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in East Dennis

Out of a total of 391 students who are enrolled in schools in East Dennis, 149 (38.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 242 (61.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 58 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 57 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in East Dennis
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old67 (63.8%)38 (36.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds62 (84.9%)11 (15.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)58 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
Total242 (61.9%)149 (38.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in East Dennis

Education (281 | 18.3%), literature & languages (245 | 16.0%), business (186 | 12.1%), visual & performing arts (183 | 11.9%), and science & technology (167 | 10.9%) are the most common fields of study among 1,536 individuals in East Dennis who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in East Dennis
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics654.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural624.0%
Physical & Health Sciences90.6%
Psychology221.4%
Social Sciences1328.6%
Engineering523.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology16710.9%
Business18612.1%
Education28118.3%
Literature & Languages24516.0%
Liberal Arts & History503.3%
Visual & Performing Arts18311.9%
Communications372.4%
Arts & Humanities452.9%
Total1,536100.0%

Transportation & Commute in East Dennis

Vehicle Availability by Sex in East Dennis

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in East Dennis are males with 2 vehicles (254, accounting for 35.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (220, making up 32.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in East Dennis
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle65 (9.2%)139 (17.5%)
2 Vehicles254 (35.9%)220 (27.7%)
3 Vehicles178 (25.2%)27 (3.4%)
4 Vehicles197 (27.9%)394 (49.7%)
5 or more Vehicles13 (1.8%)13 (1.6%)
Total707 (100.0%)793 (100.0%)

Commute Time in East Dennis

The most frequently occuring commute durations in East Dennis are 10 to 14 minutes (264 commuters, 20.9%), 5 to 9 minutes (220 commuters, 17.4%), and 15 to 19 minutes (202 commuters, 16.0%).
Commute Time in East Dennis
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes524.1%
5 to 9 Minutes22017.4%
10 to 14 Minutes26420.9%
15 to 19 Minutes20216.0%
20 to 24 Minutes1149.0%
25 to 29 Minutes1179.3%
30 to 34 Minutes624.9%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes614.8%
60 to 89 Minutes1179.3%
90 or more Minutes534.2%

Commute Time by Sex in East Dennis

The most common commute times in East Dennis are 10 to 14 minutes (138 commuters, 20.8%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (128 commuters, 21.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in East Dennis
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes27 (4.1%)25 (4.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes126 (19.0%)94 (15.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes138 (20.8%)126 (21.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes74 (11.2%)128 (21.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes34 (5.1%)80 (13.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes58 (8.8%)59 (9.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes18 (2.7%)44 (7.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes17 (2.6%)44 (7.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes117 (17.7%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes53 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in East Dennis

The most frequent times of departure to work in East Dennis are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (134, 20.2%) for males and 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (164, 27.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in East Dennis
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM10 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM5 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM102 (15.4%)24 (4.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM81 (12.2%)136 (22.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM30 (4.5%)33 (5.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM66 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM134 (20.2%)56 (9.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM20 (3.0%)114 (19.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM39 (5.9%)164 (27.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM29 (4.4%)10 (1.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM24 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM54 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM68 (10.3%)63 (10.5%)
Total662 (100.0%)600 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in East Dennis

Occupancy by Ownership in East Dennis

Of the total 1,583 dwellings in East Dennis, owner-occupied units account for 1,311 (82.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 272 (17.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in East Dennis
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,31182.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units27217.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,583100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in East Dennis

Occupancy by Household Size in East Dennis
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household48430.6%
2-Person Household62239.3%
3-Person Household24415.4%
4+ Person Household23314.7%
Total Housing Units1,583100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in East Dennis

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in East Dennis
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household322 (66.5%)162 (33.5%)
2-Person Household596 (95.8%)26 (4.2%)
3-Person Household178 (73.0%)66 (27.1%)
4+ Person Household215 (92.3%)18 (7.7%)
Total Housing Units1,311 (82.8%)272 (17.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in East Dennis

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in East Dennis
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
High School Diploma258 (78.4%)71 (21.6%)
College/Associate Degree429 (85.1%)75 (14.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher624 (85.7%)104 (14.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in East Dennis

Occupancy by Age of Householder in East Dennis
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years613.8%
35 to 44 Years1569.9%
45 to 54 Years1086.8%
55 to 64 Years27717.5%
65 to 74 Years55234.9%
75 to 84 Years27117.1%
85 Years and Over15810.0%
Total1,583100.0%

Housing Finances in East Dennis

Median Income by Occupancy in East Dennis

Median Income by Occupancy in East Dennis
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,311 (82.8%)$99,276
Renter-Occupied272 (17.2%)$36,667
Average1,583 (100.0%)$85,321

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in East Dennis

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in East Dennis
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)10 (3.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99968 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)8 (2.9%)
$15,000 to $19,99919 (1.5%)28 (10.3%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)78 (28.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99968 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999190 (14.5%)43 (15.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999122 (9.3%)34 (12.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999194 (14.8%)27 (9.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999188 (14.3%)10 (3.7%)
$150,000 or more462 (35.2%)34 (12.5%)
Total1,311 (100.0%)272 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in East Dennis

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in East Dennis
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49971 (5.4%)18 (6.6%)
$500 to $799215 (16.4%)122 (44.9%)
$800 to $999176 (13.4%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499191 (14.6%)43 (15.8%)
$1,500 to $1,999224 (17.1%)19 (7.0%)
$2,000 to $2,499181 (13.8%)43 (15.8%)
$2,500 to $2,99994 (7.2%)15 (5.5%)
$3,000 or more159 (12.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,311 (100.0%)272 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in East Dennis

Housing Structures in East Dennis

Housing Structures in East Dennis
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,34785.1%
Single Unit, Attached100.6%
2 Unit Apartments714.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments473.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1006.3%
10 or more Apartments80.5%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total1,583100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in East Dennis

Housing Structures by Occupancy in East Dennis
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,244 (92.3%)103 (7.6%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments20 (28.2%)51 (71.8%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)100 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,311 (82.8%)272 (17.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in East Dennis

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in East Dennis
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms8 (0.6%)141 (51.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms211 (16.1%)95 (34.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms549 (41.9%)36 (13.2%)
8 or more Rooms543 (41.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,311 (100.0%)272 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in East Dennis

Housing Structure by Heating Type in East Dennis
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,025 (78.2%)82 (30.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity73 (5.6%)159 (58.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene204 (15.6%)31 (11.4%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels9 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,311 (100.0%)272 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in East Dennis

Household Vehicle Usage in East Dennis
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle41 (3.1%)18 (6.6%)
1 Vehicle279 (21.3%)182 (66.9%)
2 Vehicles584 (44.6%)56 (20.6%)
3 or more Vehicles407 (31.0%)16 (5.9%)
Total1,311 (100.0%)272 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in East Dennis

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in East Dennis

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units535776
Median Property Value$612,600$667,300
Median Household Income$85,240$310
Monthly Housing Costs$781$159
Real Estate Taxes$2,958$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in East Dennis

Property Value by Mortgage Status in East Dennis
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)10 (1.3%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9990 (0.0%)11 (1.4%)
$300,000 to $499,999172 (32.2%)112 (14.4%)
$500,000 to $749,999212 (39.6%)381 (49.1%)
$750,000 to $999,99986 (16.1%)243 (31.3%)
$1,000,000 or more65 (12.1%)19 (2.5%)
Total535 (100.0%)776 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in East Dennis

Household Income by Mortgage Status in East Dennis
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00037 (6.9%)132 (17.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99919 (3.5%)31 (4.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99910 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999108 (20.2%)58 (7.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99973 (13.6%)82 (10.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99952 (9.7%)49 (6.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99984 (15.7%)142 (18.3%)
$150,000 or more152 (28.4%)104 (13.4%)
Total535 (100.0%)776 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in East Dennis

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in East Dennis
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x37 (6.9%)125,944 (16,229.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x43 (8.0%)24 (3.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x28 (5.2%)163 (21.0%)
4.0x or more427 (79.8%)90 (11.6%)
Total535 (100.0%)776 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in East Dennis

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in East Dennis
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)11 (1.4%)
$800 to $1,499535 (100.0%)90 (11.6%)
Total535 (100.0%)776 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in East Dennis

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Dennis

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Dennis
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years112 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years209 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years204 (88.3%)27 (11.7%)
26 to 34 Years318 (94.1%)20 (5.9%)
35 to 44 Years325 (91.0%)32 (9.0%)
45 to 54 Years308 (94.2%)19 (5.8%)
55 to 64 Years428 (96.4%)16 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years833 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older797 (92.7%)63 (7.3%)
Total3,534 (95.2%)177 (4.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in East Dennis

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in East Dennis
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born112 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen209 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen204 (88.3%)27 (11.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in East Dennis

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in East Dennis
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000268 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999612 (97.0%)19 (3.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999272 (85.5%)46 (14.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999547 (89.7%)63 (10.3%)
$100,000 and over1,835 (97.4%)49 (2.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Dennis

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Dennis
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6102 (91.1%)112 (100.0%)
6 to 18 Years44 (21.0%)187 (89.5%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)204 (88.3%)
25 to 34 Years34 (10.1%)284 (84.0%)
35 to 44 Years203 (56.9%)246 (68.9%)
45 to 54 Years84 (25.7%)234 (71.6%)
55 to 64 Years104 (23.4%)324 (73.0%)
65 to 74 Years824 (98.9%)675 (81.0%)
75 Years and over797 (92.7%)433 (50.3%)
Total2,192 (59.1%)2,699 (72.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in East Dennis

Disability Status by Sex by Age in East Dennis
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years51 (15.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years33 (7.0%)119 (18.2%)
65 to 74 Years42 (10.9%)114 (25.4%)
75 Years and over102 (36.6%)367 (63.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in East Dennis

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in East Dennis: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (1.3%)84 (12.9%)
65 to 74 Years42 (10.9%)71 (15.8%)
75 Years and over58 (20.8%)264 (45.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in East Dennis: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in East Dennis: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years51 (15.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years17 (3.6%)19 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)8 (1.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)63 (10.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in East Dennis: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years10 (2.1%)16 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years7 (1.8%)43 (9.6%)
75 Years and over34 (12.2%)40 (6.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in East Dennis: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)8 (1.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)63 (10.8%)

Technology Access in East Dennis

Computing Device Access in East Dennis

Computing Device Access in East Dennis
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,16973.9%
Smartphone1,31783.2%
Tablet1,09168.9%
No Computing Device1348.5%
Total1,583100.0%

Internet Access in East Dennis

Internet Access in East Dennis
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,28381.0%
Cellular Data Only805.1%
Satellite Internet181.1%
No Internet22013.9%
Total1,583100.0%

East Dennis Summary

Dennis is a town located in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 14,207 at the 2010 census. The town encompasses five distinct villages, each of which has its own post office. These constituent villages are Dennis (including North Dennis), Dennis Port, East Dennis, South Dennis, and West Dennis.

History

Dennis was first settled in 1639 and was officially incorporated in 1793. The town was named after resident minister, Josiah Dennis. The town was originally part of the town of Yarmouth, and was known as the "eastern precinct". The town was officially incorporated in 1793.

Geography

Dennis is located in southeastern Massachusetts, bordered by the towns of Brewster to the north, Harwich to the east, Yarmouth to the south, and Barnstable to the west. The town is located on Cape Cod, and is approximately 25 miles south of the city of Plymouth.
The town is composed of five villages: Dennis, Dennis Port, East Dennis, South Dennis, and West Dennis. The villages are located along the shore of Cape Cod Bay and Nantucket Sound. The town is home to several beaches, including Corporation Beach, Mayflower Beach, and Chapin Beach.

Economy

The economy of Dennis is largely based on tourism. The town is home to several resorts and hotels, as well as numerous restaurants and shops. The town is also home to several marinas, which provide services to boaters and fishermen.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 14,207 people, 6,541 households, and 4,072 families residing in the town. The population density was 545.3 people per square mile (210.9/km2). There were 8,845 housing units at an average density of 339.3 per square mile (131.1/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.4% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.
There were 6,541 households, out of which 24.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.2% were married couples living together, 9.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.2% were non-families. 28.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.17 and the average family size was 2.63.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 18.3% under the age of 18, 5.2% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 30.2% from 45 to 64, and 22.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $50,813, and the median income for a family was $60,945. Males had a median income of $41,890 versus $30,917 for females. The per capita income for the town was $27,945. About 4.2% of families and 6.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.2% of those under age 18 and 4.7% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of East Dennis?
Total Population of East Dennis is 3,711.
What is the Total Male Population of East Dennis?
Total Male Population of East Dennis is 1,629.
What is the Total Female Population of East Dennis?
Total Female Population of East Dennis is 2,082.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in East Dennis?
There are 78.24 Males per 100 Females in East Dennis.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in East Dennis?
There are 127.81 Females per 100 Males in East Dennis.
What is the Median Population Age in East Dennis?
Median Population Age in East Dennis is 63.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in East Dennis
Average Family Size in East Dennis is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in East Dennis
Average Household Size in East Dennis is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in East Dennis?
Per Capita income in East Dennis is $51,815.
What is the Median Family Income in East Dennis?
Median Family Income in East Dennis is $125,927.
What is the Median Household income in East Dennis?
Median Household Income in East Dennis is $85,321.
What is Income or Wage Gap in East Dennis?
Income or Wage Gap in East Dennis is 45.6%.
Women in East Dennis earn 54.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in East Dennis?
Inequality or Gini Index in East Dennis is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in East Dennis?
There are 1,782 People in the Labor Forcein in East Dennis.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in East Dennis?
51.4% of People are in the Labor Force in East Dennis.
What is the Unemployment Rate in East Dennis?
Unemployment Rate in East Dennis is 4.9%.