West Yarmouth, MA
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West Yarmouth Overview
6,098
TOTAL POPULATION
2,804
MALE POPULATION
3,294
FEMALE POPULATION
85.12
MALES / 100 FEMALES
117.48
FEMALES / 100 MALES
46.4
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$43,198
PER CAPITA INCOME
$79,989
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$60,794
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
66.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,762
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
West Yarmouth Zip Codes
Race in West Yarmouth
The most populous races in West Yarmouth are White / Caucasian (4,742 | 77.8%), Black / African American (479 | 7.9%), and Some other Race (402 | 6.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 113 | 1.8% |
| Black / African American | 479 | 7.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 226 | 3.7% |
| Native / Alaskan | 18 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 4,742 | 77.8% |
| Two or more Races | 344 | 5.6% |
| Some other Race | 402 | 6.6% |
| Total | 6,098 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in West Yarmouth
The most populous ancestries reported in West Yarmouth are Irish (1,664 | 27.3%), Italian (909 | 14.9%), English (591 | 9.7%), American (337 | 5.5%), and Haitian (316 | 5.2%), together accounting for 62.6% of all West Yarmouth residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 22 | 0.4% |
| American | 337 | 5.5% |
| Armenian | 31 | 0.5% |
| Belgian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 40 | 0.7% |
| Brazilian | 272 | 4.5% |
| British | 48 | 0.8% |
| Canadian | 33 | 0.5% |
| Celtic | 31 | 0.5% |
| Central American | 23 | 0.4% |
| Chilean | 37 | 0.6% |
| Cuban | 7 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 14 | 0.2% |
| Czechoslovakian | 28 | 0.5% |
| Danish | 38 | 0.6% |
| Dutch | 118 | 1.9% |
| Eastern European | 63 | 1.0% |
| Ecuadorian | 61 | 1.0% |
| English | 591 | 9.7% |
| European | 23 | 0.4% |
| French | 182 | 3.0% |
| French Canadian | 108 | 1.8% |
| German | 163 | 2.7% |
| Greek | 44 | 0.7% |
| Haitian | 316 | 5.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 5 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 1,664 | 27.3% |
| Italian | 909 | 14.9% |
| Jamaican | 106 | 1.7% |
| Korean | 47 | 0.8% |
| Lithuanian | 27 | 0.4% |
| Mexican | 5 | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian | 40 | 0.7% |
| Norwegian | 50 | 0.8% |
| Polish | 167 | 2.7% |
| Portuguese | 130 | 2.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 4 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 169 | 2.8% |
| Salvadoran | 23 | 0.4% |
| Samoan | 40 | 0.7% |
| Scandinavian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 53 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 198 | 3.3% |
| Slavic | 32 | 0.5% |
| Slovak | 6 | 0.1% |
| South African | 47 | 0.8% |
| South American | 98 | 1.6% |
| South American Indian | 9 | 0.2% |
| Spaniard | 5 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 69 | 1.1% |
| Swedish | 200 | 3.3% |
| Thai | 110 | 1.8% |
| Welsh | 35 | 0.6% |
| West Indian | 31 | 0.5% | View All 54 Rows |
Immigrants in West Yarmouth
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in West Yarmouth came from Latin America (592 | 9.7%), South America (375 | 6.1%), Europe (282 | 4.6%), Brazil (255 | 4.2%), and Caribbean (207 | 3.4%), together accounting for 28.1% of all West Yarmouth residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 62 | 1.0% |
| Asia | 144 | 2.4% |
| Belarus | 16 | 0.3% |
| Brazil | 255 | 4.2% |
| Canada | 5 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 207 | 3.4% |
| Central America | 10 | 0.2% |
| Chile | 24 | 0.4% |
| China | 5 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakia | 14 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 5 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 76 | 1.3% |
| Ecuador | 27 | 0.4% |
| El Salvador | 5 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 282 | 4.6% |
| France | 12 | 0.2% |
| Haiti | 149 | 2.4% |
| India | 86 | 1.4% |
| Ireland | 100 | 1.6% |
| Italy | 44 | 0.7% |
| Jamaica | 58 | 0.9% |
| Kazakhstan | 46 | 0.7% |
| Latin America | 592 | 9.7% |
| Mexico | 5 | 0.1% |
| Middle Africa | 10 | 0.2% |
| Northern Europe | 150 | 2.5% |
| Philippines | 7 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 32 | 0.5% |
| Scotland | 18 | 0.3% |
| South Africa | 52 | 0.9% |
| South America | 375 | 6.1% |
| South Central Asia | 132 | 2.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 7 | 0.1% |
| Southern Europe | 44 | 0.7% |
| Ukraine | 14 | 0.2% |
| Venezuela | 69 | 1.1% |
| Western Europe | 12 | 0.2% | View All 37 Rows |
Sex and Age in West Yarmouth
Sex and Age in West Yarmouth
The most populous age groups in West Yarmouth are 25 to 29 Years (264 | 9.4%) for men and 75 to 79 Years (329 | 10.0%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 168 (6.0%) | 218 (6.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 177 (6.3%) | 141 (4.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 176 (6.3%) | 279 (8.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 86 (3.1%) | 35 (1.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 66 (2.4%) | 90 (2.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 264 (9.4%) | 147 (4.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 232 (8.3%) | 190 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 241 (8.6%) | 146 (4.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 121 (4.3%) | 59 (1.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 176 (6.3%) | 283 (8.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 69 (2.5%) | 141 (4.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 112 (4.0%) | 156 (4.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 238 (8.5%) | 186 (5.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 234 (8.4%) | 284 (8.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 194 (6.9%) | 172 (5.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 50 (1.8%) | 329 (10.0%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 95 (3.4%) | 112 (3.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 105 (3.7%) | 326 (9.9%) |
| Total | 2,804 (100.0%) | 3,294 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in West Yarmouth
Median Family Size in West Yarmouth
The median family size in West Yarmouth is 2.86 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,151 | 73.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.94 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (288 | 18.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.61 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,151 (73.2%) | 2.94 |
| Single Male/Father | 134 (8.5%) | 2.67 |
| Single Female/Mother | 288 (18.3%) | 2.61 |
| Total Families | 1,573 (100.0%) | 2.86 |
Median Household Size in West Yarmouth
The median household size in West Yarmouth is 2.14 persons per household, with married-couple households (1,151 | 41.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.96 persons per household. non-family households (1,230 | 43.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,151 (41.1%) | 2.96 |
| Single Male/Father | 134 (4.8%) | 2.73 |
| Single Female/Mother | 288 (10.3%) | 2.85 |
| Non-family | 1,230 (43.9%) | 1.15 |
| Total Households | 2,803 (100.0%) | 2.14 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in West Yarmouth
Out of a total of 2,803 households in West Yarmouth, 1,573 (56.1%) are family households, while 1,230 (43.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 771, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,115.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,115 (39.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 771 (27.5%) | 92 (3.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 453 (16.2%) | 23 (0.8%) |
| 4-Person Households | 193 (6.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 115 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 27 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 14 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,573 (56.1%) | 1,230 (43.9%) |
Female Fertility in West Yarmouth
Fertility by Age in West Yarmouth
Average fertility rate in West Yarmouth is 130.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 158.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 62.9% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 46 (37.1%) | 108.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 78 (62.9%) | 158.0 |
| Total | 124 (100.0%) | 130.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in West Yarmouth
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 46 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 78 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 124 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in West Yarmouth
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 32 (25.8%) | 232.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 78 (62.9%) | 172.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 14 (11.3%) | 143.0 |
| Total | 124 (100.0%) | 130.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in West Yarmouth
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 78 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 124 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in West Yarmouth
Income Overview in West Yarmouth
Per Capita Income in West Yarmouth is $43,198, while median incomes of families and households are $79,989 and $60,794 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 6,098 | $43,198 |
| Median Family Income | 1,573 | $79,989 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,573 | $118,411 |
| Median Household Income | 2,803 | $60,794 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,803 | $92,228 |
| Income Deficit | 1,573 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 6,098 | 33.93% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 6,098 | 66.07¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 6,098 | 0.48 |
Earnings by Sex in West Yarmouth
Average Earnings in West Yarmouth are $40,369, $50,950 for men and $33,663 for women, a difference of 33.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,518 (51.6%) | $50,950 |
| Female | 1,424 (48.4%) | $33,663 |
| Total | 2,942 (100.0%) | $40,369 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in West Yarmouth
The most common earnings brackets in West Yarmouth are $100,000+ for men (280 | 18.4%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (148 | 10.4%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 65 (4.3%) | 80 (5.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 110 (7.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (0.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 108 (7.1%) | 24 (1.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 120 (7.9%) | 24 (1.7%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 18 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 9 (0.6%) | 148 (10.4%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (2.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (3.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 24 (1.6%) | 103 (7.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 75 (4.9%) | 103 (7.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 78 (5.1%) | 62 (4.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 106 (7.0%) | 120 (8.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 125 (8.2%) | 119 (8.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 12 (0.8%) | 89 (6.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 130 (8.6%) | 45 (3.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 175 (11.5%) | 96 (6.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 48 (3.2%) | 35 (2.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 145 (9.6%) | 74 (5.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 280 (18.4%) | 111 (7.8%) |
| Total | 1,518 (100.0%) | 1,424 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in West Yarmouth
Average earnings in West Yarmouth are $53,797 for men and $32,820 for women, a difference of 39.0%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $102,711, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $43,448. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,578, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $24,375.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $102,711 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $43,448 | $32,955 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $50,846 | $24,375 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $56,197 | $44,643 |
| Graduate Degree | $90,714 | $63,578 |
| Total | $53,797 | $32,820 |
Family Income in West Yarmouth
Family Income Brackets in West Yarmouth
According to the West Yarmouth family income data, there are 344 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.9% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 82 | 5.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 82 | 5.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 91 | 5.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 190 | 12.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 230 | 14.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 245 | 15.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 344 | 21.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 113 | 7.2% |
| $200,000+ | 193 | 12.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in West Yarmouth
4-person families (139 | 8.8%) account for the highest median family income in West Yarmouth with $112,083 per family, while 3-person families (458 | 29.1%) have the highest median income of $33,907 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 820 (52.1%) | $63,750 |
| 3-Person Families | 458 (29.1%) | $101,722 |
| 4-Person Families | 139 (8.8%) | $112,083 |
| 5-Person Families | 115 (7.3%) | $79,343 |
| 6-Person Families | 41 (2.6%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,573 (100.0%) | $79,989 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in West Yarmouth
The median family income in West Yarmouth is $79,989, with families comprising 3+ earners (181) having the highest median family income of $160,170, while families with no earners (470) have the lowest median family income of $42,500, accounting for 11.5% and 29.9% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 470 (29.9%) | $42,500 |
| 1 Earner | 310 (19.7%) | $67,237 |
| 2 Earners | 612 (38.9%) | $117,115 |
| 3+ Earners | 181 (11.5%) | $160,170 |
| Total | 1,573 (100.0%) | $79,989 |
Household Income in West Yarmouth
Household Income Brackets in West Yarmouth
With 547 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in West Yarmouth, accounting for 19.5% of all households. In contrast, only 28 households (1.0%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 115 | 4.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 28 | 1.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 179 | 6.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 331 | 11.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 451 | 16.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 547 | 19.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 325 | 11.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 454 | 16.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 151 | 5.4% |
| $200,000+ | 219 | 7.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in West Yarmouth
The median household income in West Yarmouth is $60,794, with the highest median household income of $79,710 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 776 households (27.7%) fall into this category.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 712 (25.4%) | $63,578 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 776 (27.7%) | $79,710 |
| 65+ Years | 1,315 (46.9%) | $42,324 |
| Total | 2,803 (100.0%) | $60,794 |
Poverty in West Yarmouth
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in West Yarmouth
With 4.5% poverty level for males and 9.5% for females among the residents of West Yarmouth, 6 to 11 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 29 males (12.1%) and 82 females (24.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 29 (12.1%) | 30 (13.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 5 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (1.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 19 (3.8%) | 82 (24.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (20.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 14 (5.7%) | 15 (3.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (4.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 48 (11.2%) | 52 (11.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 10 (4.1%) | 61 (8.5%) |
| Total | 125 (4.5%) | 300 (9.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in West Yarmouth
According to the poverty statistics in West Yarmouth, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 160 (100.0%) | 149 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 210 (87.9%) | 199 (86.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 109 (95.6%) | 167 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 7 (100.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 31 (100.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 114 (100.0%) | 102 (98.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 477 (96.2%) | 255 (75.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 362 (100.0%) | 163 (79.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 231 (94.3%) | 409 (96.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 350 (100.0%) | 321 (95.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 380 (88.8%) | 404 (88.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 233 (95.9%) | 658 (91.5%) |
| Total | 2,664 (95.5%) | 2,872 (90.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in West Yarmouth
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in West Yarmouth show that 4.6% or 53 of the total 1,151 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 7.1%, comprising of 53 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 697 (92.9%) | 53 (7.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 251 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 150 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,098 (95.4%) | 53 (4.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in West Yarmouth
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (28.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (31.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 77 (26.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in West Yarmouth
The poverty data for West Yarmouth shows that 53 of the married-couple family households (4.6%) and 77 of the single-parent households (18.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 53 households (7.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 39 household (20.9%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 53 (7.1%) | 39 (20.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (18.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 53 (4.6%) | 77 (18.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in West Yarmouth
Employment by Class of Employer in West Yarmouth
Among the 2,543 employed individuals in West Yarmouth, private company employees (1,593 | 62.6%), self-employed (not incorporated) (238 | 9.4%), and not-for-profit organizations (181 | 7.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,593 | 62.6% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 160 | 6.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 238 | 9.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 181 | 7.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 151 | 5.9% |
| State Government Employees | 21 | 0.8% |
| Federal Government Employees | 143 | 5.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 56 | 2.2% |
| Total | 2,543 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in West Yarmouth
According to the labor force statistics for West Yarmouth, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,924), 56.1% or 2,762 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.6% or 155 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 156 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.0% or 51 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 25 (23.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 156 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 365 (88.8%) | 51 (14.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 332 (78.7%) | 40 (12.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 502 (88.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 608 (90.9%) | 36 (5.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 233 (86.9%) | 10 (4.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 270 (63.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 214 (24.2%) | 18 (8.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 55 (5.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,762 (56.1%) | 155 (5.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in West Yarmouth
According to labor force statistics for West Yarmouth, 83.7% of individuals (2,311) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,761) are in the labor force, with 5.9% or 136 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 88.8% or 758 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.0% or 61 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 147 (86.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 531 (75.0%) | 33 (4.7%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 874 (85.0%) | 60 (5.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 758 (88.8%) | 68 (8.0%) |
| Total | 2,311 (83.7%) | 163 (5.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in West Yarmouth
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West Yarmouth are Community & Social Service (280 | 10.7%), Management (243 | 9.3%), Education Instruction & Library (158 | 6.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (95 | 3.6%), and Business & Financial (88 | 3.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West Yarmouth, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Management (85.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (90.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 208 (85.6%) | 35 (14.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 54 (61.4%) | 34 (38.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 23 (67.6%) | 11 (32.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 69 (24.6%) | 211 (75.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 19 (25.0%) | 57 (75.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 39 (24.7%) | 119 (75.3%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 9 (9.5%) | 86 (90.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 9 (10.2%) | 79 (89.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 363 (49.0%) | 377 (50.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,364 (52.4%) | 1,241 (47.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in West Yarmouth are Cleaning & Maintenance (252 | 9.7%), Healthcare Support (204 | 7.8%), Security & Protection (109 | 4.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (109 | 4.2%), and Law Enforcement (89 | 3.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in West Yarmouth, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (71.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (45.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 204 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 109 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 89 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 31 (28.4%) | 78 (71.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 137 (54.4%) | 115 (45.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 31 (58.5%) | 22 (41.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 308 (42.4%) | 419 (57.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,364 (52.4%) | 1,241 (47.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in West Yarmouth are Sales & Related (283 | 10.9%), and Office & Administration (218 | 8.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 83 (29.3%) | 200 (70.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 218 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 83 (16.6%) | 418 (83.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,364 (52.4%) | 1,241 (47.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in West Yarmouth are Construction & Extraction (334 | 12.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (45 | 1.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (29 | 1.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 334 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 45 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 408 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,364 (52.4%) | 1,241 (47.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in West Yarmouth are Transportation (101 | 3.9%), Production (80 | 3.1%), and Material Moving (48 | 1.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 71 (88.7%) | 9 (11.3%) |
| Transportation | 83 (82.2%) | 18 (17.8%) |
| Material Moving | 48 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 202 (88.2%) | 27 (11.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,364 (52.4%) | 1,241 (47.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in West Yarmouth
Employment Industries in West Yarmouth
The major employment industries in West Yarmouth include Construction (429 | 16.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (405 | 15.5%), Retail Trade (316 | 12.1%), Administrative & Support (230 | 8.8%), and Accommodation & Food Services (201 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in West Yarmouth
The West Yarmouth industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (96.1%), and Professional & Scientific (86.4%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 48 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 398 (92.8%) | 31 (7.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 74 (79.6%) | 19 (20.4%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 105 (33.2%) | 211 (66.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 86 (71.7%) | 34 (28.3%) |
| Utilities | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 46 (46.9%) | 52 (53.1%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 83 (82.2%) | 18 (17.8%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 9 (13.6%) | 57 (86.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 175 (76.1%) | 55 (23.9%) |
| Educational Services | 48 (29.4%) | 115 (70.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 16 (4.0%) | 389 (96.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 74 (36.8%) | 127 (63.2%) |
| Public Administration | 119 (80.4%) | 29 (19.6%) |
| Total | 1,364 (52.4%) | 1,241 (47.6%) |
Education in West Yarmouth
School Enrollment in West Yarmouth
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,237 students in West Yarmouth are middle school (380 | 30.7%), college / undergraduate (377 | 30.5%), and elementary school (279 | 22.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 52 | 4.2% |
| Kindergarten | 56 | 4.5% |
| Elementary School | 279 | 22.6% |
| Middle School | 380 | 30.7% |
| High School | 93 | 7.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 377 | 30.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 1,237 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in West Yarmouth
Out of a total of 1,237 students who are enrolled in schools in West Yarmouth, 215 (17.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,022 (82.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 48 (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 59 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 8 (28.6%) | 20 (71.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 287 (90.2%) | 31 (9.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 448 (98.5%) | 7 (1.5%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 59 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 25 (58.1%) | 18 (41.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 66 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 129 (58.6%) | 91 (41.4%) |
| Total | 1,022 (82.6%) | 215 (17.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in West Yarmouth
Education (451 | 23.7%), arts & humanities (228 | 12.0%), business (196 | 10.3%), literature & languages (189 | 9.9%), and social sciences (178 | 9.4%) are the most common fields of study among 1,902 individuals in West Yarmouth who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 20 | 1.1% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 55 | 2.9% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 73 | 3.8% |
| Social Sciences | 178 | 9.4% |
| Engineering | 117 | 6.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 120 | 6.3% |
| Business | 196 | 10.3% |
| Education | 451 | 23.7% |
| Literature & Languages | 189 | 9.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 160 | 8.4% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 57 | 3.0% |
| Communications | 58 | 3.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 228 | 12.0% |
| Total | 1,902 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in West Yarmouth
Vehicle Availability by Sex in West Yarmouth
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in West Yarmouth are males with 3 vehicles (482, accounting for 35.8%) and females with 3 vehicles (399, making up 40.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 9 (0.7%) | 8 (0.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 340 (25.3%) | 238 (19.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 419 (31.1%) | 446 (37.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 482 (35.8%) | 399 (33.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 96 (7.1%) | 104 (8.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,346 (100.0%) | 1,195 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in West Yarmouth
The most frequently occuring commute durations in West Yarmouth are 15 to 19 minutes (533 commuters, 21.3%), 10 to 14 minutes (488 commuters, 19.5%), and 20 to 24 minutes (387 commuters, 15.5%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 40 | 1.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 382 | 15.3% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 488 | 19.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 533 | 21.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 387 | 15.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 58 | 2.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 314 | 12.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 50 | 2.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 9 | 0.4% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 23 | 0.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 165 | 6.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 50 | 2.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in West Yarmouth
The most common commute times in West Yarmouth are 10 to 14 minutes (329 commuters, 24.5%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (433 commuters, 37.4%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 21 (1.6%) | 19 (1.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 183 (13.6%) | 199 (17.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 329 (24.5%) | 159 (13.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 100 (7.4%) | 433 (37.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 235 (17.5%) | 152 (13.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 32 (2.4%) | 26 (2.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 259 (19.3%) | 55 (4.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 50 (4.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 9 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 14 (1.0%) | 9 (0.8%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 128 (9.5%) | 37 (3.2%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 32 (2.4%) | 18 (1.6%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in West Yarmouth
The most frequent times of departure to work in West Yarmouth are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (258, 19.2%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (205, 17.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 48 (3.6%) | 8 (0.7%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 19 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 25 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 156 (11.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 173 (12.9%) | 205 (17.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 258 (19.2%) | 147 (12.7%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 80 (6.0%) | 133 (11.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 110 (8.2%) | 130 (11.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 118 (8.8%) | 130 (11.2%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 39 (2.9%) | 139 (12.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 88 (6.6%) | 28 (2.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 27 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 150 (11.2%) | 152 (13.1%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 51 (3.8%) | 85 (7.3%) |
| Total | 1,342 (100.0%) | 1,157 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in West Yarmouth
Occupancy by Ownership in West Yarmouth
Of the total 2,803 dwellings in West Yarmouth, owner-occupied units account for 2,107 (75.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 696 (24.8%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,107 | 75.2% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 696 | 24.8% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,803 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in West Yarmouth
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,115 | 39.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 863 | 30.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 476 | 17.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 349 | 12.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,803 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in West Yarmouth
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 733 (65.7%) | 382 (34.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 769 (89.1%) | 94 (10.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 366 (76.9%) | 110 (23.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 239 (68.5%) | 110 (31.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,107 (75.2%) | 696 (24.8%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in West Yarmouth
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 144 (73.1%) | 53 (26.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 311 (64.1%) | 174 (35.9%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 654 (70.1%) | 279 (29.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 998 (84.0%) | 190 (16.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in West Yarmouth
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 325 | 11.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 387 | 13.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 370 | 13.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 406 | 14.5% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 534 | 19.1% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 433 | 15.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 348 | 12.4% |
| Total | 2,803 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in West Yarmouth
Median Income by Occupancy in West Yarmouth
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,107 (75.2%) | $68,030 |
| Renter-Occupied | 696 (24.8%) | $47,419 |
| Average | 2,803 (100.0%) | $60,794 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in West Yarmouth
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 26 (1.2%) | 46 (6.6%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 44 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 9 (0.4%) | 20 (2.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 17 (0.8%) | 18 (2.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 119 (5.7%) | 24 (3.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 215 (10.2%) | 117 (16.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 327 (15.5%) | 124 (17.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 343 (16.3%) | 204 (29.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 296 (14.1%) | 30 (4.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 401 (19.0%) | 54 (7.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 310 (14.7%) | 59 (8.5%) |
| Total | 2,107 (100.0%) | 696 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in West Yarmouth
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 0 (0.0%) | 65 (9.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 75 (3.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 524 (24.9%) | 29 (4.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 221 (10.5%) | 24 (3.5%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 237 (11.3%) | 181 (26.0%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 295 (14.0%) | 193 (27.7%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 357 (16.9%) | 75 (10.8%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 110 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 288 (13.7%) | 67 (9.6%) |
| Total | 2,107 (100.0%) | 696 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in West Yarmouth
Housing Structures in West Yarmouth
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,047 | 73.0% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 191 | 6.8% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 76 | 2.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 23 | 0.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 283 | 10.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 168 | 6.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 15 | 0.5% |
| Total | 2,803 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in West Yarmouth
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,683 (82.2%) | 364 (17.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 116 (60.7%) | 75 (39.3%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 26 (34.2%) | 50 (65.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 7 (30.4%) | 16 (69.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 254 (89.7%) | 29 (10.2%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 21 (12.5%) | 147 (87.5%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| Total | 2,107 (75.2%) | 696 (24.8%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in West Yarmouth
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 10 (0.5%) | 29 (4.2%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 171 (24.6%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,010 (47.9%) | 421 (60.5%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 746 (35.4%) | 39 (5.6%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 341 (16.2%) | 36 (5.2%) |
| Total | 2,107 (100.0%) | 696 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in West Yarmouth
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,857 (88.1%) | 491 (70.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 10 (0.5%) | 31 (4.4%) |
| Electricity | 123 (5.8%) | 89 (12.8%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 107 (5.1%) | 44 (6.3%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 10 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 41 (5.9%) |
| Total | 2,107 (100.0%) | 696 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in West Yarmouth
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 34 (1.6%) | 135 (19.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 648 (30.7%) | 398 (57.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 912 (43.3%) | 101 (14.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 513 (24.3%) | 62 (8.9%) |
| Total | 2,107 (100.0%) | 696 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in West Yarmouth
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in West Yarmouth
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 844 | 1,263 |
| Median Property Value | $452,200 | $396,100 |
| Median Household Income | $41,345 | $257 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $726 | $280 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $3,618 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in West Yarmouth
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 201 (23.8%) | 295 (23.4%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 285 (33.8%) | 560 (44.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 256 (30.3%) | 209 (16.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 27 (3.2%) | 111 (8.8%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 75 (8.9%) | 88 (7.0%) |
| Total | 844 (100.0%) | 1,263 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in West Yarmouth
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 60 (7.1%) | 37 (2.9%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 67 (7.9%) | 10 (0.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 142 (16.8%) | 78 (6.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 245 (29.0%) | 73 (5.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 121 (14.3%) | 82 (6.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 82 (9.7%) | 222 (17.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 74 (8.8%) | 214 (16.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 53 (6.3%) | 327 (25.9%) |
| Total | 844 (100.0%) | 1,263 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in West Yarmouth
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 32 (3.8%) | 94,243 (7,461.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 51 (6.0%) | 123 (9.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 35 (4.2%) | 103 (8.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 726 (86.0%) | 352 (27.9%) |
| Total | 844 (100.0%) | 1,263 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in West Yarmouth
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (0.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 844 (100.0%) | 166 (13.1%) |
| Total | 844 (100.0%) | 1,263 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in West Yarmouth
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Yarmouth
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 341 (83.2%) | 69 (16.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 818 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 235 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 717 (89.0%) | 89 (11.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 508 (89.6%) | 59 (10.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 559 (83.6%) | 110 (16.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 677 (98.5%) | 10 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 884 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 956 (99.4%) | 6 (0.6%) |
| Total | 5,695 (94.3%) | 343 (5.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in West Yarmouth
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 341 (83.2%) | 69 (16.8%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 818 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 235 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in West Yarmouth
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 437 (83.9%) | 84 (16.1%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,178 (91.7%) | 106 (8.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,036 (94.7%) | 58 (5.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 729 (89.6%) | 85 (10.4%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,281 (99.6%) | 10 (0.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Yarmouth
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 126 (30.7%) | 248 (60.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 488 (59.7%) | 461 (56.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 103 (43.8%) | 132 (56.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 490 (60.8%) | 291 (36.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 131 (23.1%) | 467 (82.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 274 (41.0%) | 319 (47.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 163 (23.7%) | 599 (87.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 821 (92.9%) | 505 (57.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 833 (86.6%) | 752 (78.2%) |
| Total | 3,429 (56.8%) | 3,774 (62.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in West Yarmouth
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (5.5%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 106 (27.1%) | 101 (22.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 68 (11.2%) | 10 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 64 (6.7%) | 140 (14.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 70 (16.4%) | 85 (18.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 130 (53.5%) | 220 (30.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in West Yarmouth
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 31 (3.2%) | 21 (2.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 46 (10.7%) | 15 (3.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 56 (23.1%) | 113 (15.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (5.5%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 36 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 7 (2.9%) | 29 (4.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 106 (27.1%) | 101 (22.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 56 (9.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 30 (3.1%) | 101 (10.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 84 (11.7%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 30 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 10 (1.0%) | 88 (9.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 49 (11.5%) | 85 (18.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 96 (39.5%) | 179 (24.9%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 72 (7.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 14 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 10 (4.1%) | 101 (14.1%) |
Technology Access in West Yarmouth
Computing Device Access in West Yarmouth
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,215 | 79.0% |
| Smartphone | 2,266 | 80.8% |
| Tablet | 1,603 | 57.2% |
| No Computing Device | 209 | 7.5% |
| Total | 2,803 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in West Yarmouth
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 2,147 | 76.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 295 | 10.5% |
| Satellite Internet | 146 | 5.2% |
| No Internet | 303 | 10.8% |
| Total | 2,803 | 100.0% |
West Yarmouth Summary
West Yarmouth is a town located in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States. It is located on the south side of Cape Cod, and is part of the town of Yarmouth. The population was 8,876 at the 2010 census.
History
West Yarmouth was first settled in 1639 by a group of English settlers from the Plymouth Colony. The area was originally known as "Yarmouth Port" and was part of the town of Yarmouth. In 1803, the town of Yarmouth was divided into two separate towns, Yarmouth and West Yarmouth.
Geography
West Yarmouth is located at 41°41'N 70°14'W (41.68, -70.23). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 8.2 square miles (21.2 km2), of which 7.9 square miles (20.5 km2) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.7 km2) (3.45%) is water.
Economy
West Yarmouth is a popular tourist destination, and the town's economy is largely based on tourism. The town is home to several hotels, motels, and bed and breakfasts, as well as restaurants, shops, and other businesses catering to tourists. The town is also home to several marinas, which provide boat rentals and other services to visitors.
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 8,876 people, 4,072 households, and 2,541 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,125.3 people per square mile (433.7/km2). There were 5,845 housing units at an average density of 736.3 per square mile (284.3/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.7% 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 4,072 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 35.3% were non-families. 28.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.19 and the average family size was 2.64.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 19.2% under the age of 18, 5.2% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 30.2% from 45 to 64, and 21.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.3 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $50,945, and the median income for a family was $60,917. Males had a median income of $41,945 versus $31,917 for females. The per capita income for the town was $29,945. About 4.2% of families and 6.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.2% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of West Yarmouth?
Total Population of West Yarmouth is 6,098.
What is the Total Male Population of West Yarmouth?
Total Male Population of West Yarmouth is 2,804.
What is the Total Female Population of West Yarmouth?
Total Female Population of West Yarmouth is 3,294.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in West Yarmouth?
There are 85.12 Males per 100 Females in West Yarmouth.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in West Yarmouth?
There are 117.48 Females per 100 Males in West Yarmouth.
What is the Median Population Age in West Yarmouth?
Median Population Age in West Yarmouth is 46.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in West Yarmouth
Average Family Size in West Yarmouth is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in West Yarmouth
Average Household Size in West Yarmouth is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in West Yarmouth?
Per Capita income in West Yarmouth is $43,198.
What is the Median Family Income in West Yarmouth?
Median Family Income in West Yarmouth is $79,989.
What is the Median Household income in West Yarmouth?
Median Household Income in West Yarmouth is $60,794.
What is Income or Wage Gap in West Yarmouth?
Income or Wage Gap in West Yarmouth is 33.9%.
Women in West Yarmouth earn 66.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in West Yarmouth?
Inequality or Gini Index in West Yarmouth is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in West Yarmouth?
There are 2,762 People in the Labor Forcein in West Yarmouth.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in West Yarmouth?
56.1% of People are in the Labor Force in West Yarmouth.
What is the Unemployment Rate in West Yarmouth?
Unemployment Rate in West Yarmouth is 5.6%.