East Harwich, MA

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East Harwich Overview

5,693
TOTAL POPULATION
2,625
MALE POPULATION
3,068
FEMALE POPULATION
85.56
MALES / 100 FEMALES
116.88
FEMALES / 100 MALES
58.4
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$53,263
PER CAPITA INCOME
$128,133
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$96,188
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
99.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,187
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

East Harwich Area Codes

Race in East Harwich

The most populous races in East Harwich are White / Caucasian (5,638 | 99.0%), Two or more Races (28 | 0.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (27 | 0.5%).
Race in East Harwich
Race# Population% Population
Asian140.3%
Black / African American40.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino270.5%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian5,63899.0%
Two or more Races280.5%
Some other Race90.2%
Total5,693100.0%

Ancestry in East Harwich

The most populous ancestries reported in East Harwich are Irish (1,494 | 26.2%), English (1,193 | 21.0%), Swedish (660 | 11.6%), German (640 | 11.2%), and Italian (431 | 7.6%), together accounting for 77.6% of all East Harwich residents.
Ancestry in East Harwich
Ancestry# Population% Population
Albanian150.3%
American2494.4%
Armenian781.4%
Austrian260.5%
British360.6%
Canadian390.7%
Cuban30.1%
Danish1392.4%
Eastern European170.3%
English1,19321.0%
European480.8%
French2494.4%
French Canadian551.0%
German64011.2%
Hungarian380.7%
Indian (Asian)140.3%
Irish1,49426.2%
Italian4317.6%
Lithuanian220.4%
Macedonian520.9%
Mexican90.2%
Norwegian1402.5%
Polish1562.7%
Portuguese921.6%
Puerto Rican150.3%
Scotch-Irish1081.9%
Scottish1192.1%
Swedish66011.6%
Swiss330.6%
Ukrainian100.2%
Welsh641.1%
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Immigrants in East Harwich

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in East Harwich came from Europe (269 | 4.7%), Eastern Europe (187 | 3.3%), North Macedonia (111 | 1.9%), Belarus (76 | 1.3%), and Armenia (61 | 1.1%), together accounting for 12.4% of all East Harwich residents.
Immigrants in East Harwich
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Armenia611.1%
Asia611.1%
Belarus761.3%
Brazil240.4%
Canada370.6%
Central America90.2%
Eastern Europe1873.3%
Europe2694.7%
Germany140.3%
Ireland130.2%
Italy300.5%
Latin America330.6%
Mexico90.2%
North Macedonia1111.9%
Northern Europe230.4%
Portugal150.3%
South America240.4%
Southern Europe450.8%
Western Asia611.1%
Western Europe140.3%
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Sex and Age in East Harwich

Sex and Age in East Harwich

The most populous age groups in East Harwich are 60 to 64 Years (571 | 21.7%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (474 | 15.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in East Harwich
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years212 (8.1%)62 (2.0%)
5 to 9 Years21 (0.8%)198 (6.5%)
10 to 14 Years84 (3.2%)17 (0.5%)
15 to 19 Years68 (2.6%)12 (0.4%)
20 to 24 Years358 (13.6%)43 (1.4%)
25 to 29 Years48 (1.8%)33 (1.1%)
30 to 34 Years104 (4.0%)136 (4.4%)
35 to 39 Years172 (6.6%)269 (8.8%)
40 to 44 Years97 (3.7%)230 (7.5%)
45 to 49 Years96 (3.7%)62 (2.0%)
50 to 54 Years65 (2.5%)51 (1.7%)
55 to 59 Years89 (3.4%)450 (14.7%)
60 to 64 Years571 (21.7%)242 (7.9%)
65 to 69 Years301 (11.5%)369 (12.0%)
70 to 74 Years188 (7.2%)474 (15.4%)
75 to 79 Years34 (1.3%)177 (5.8%)
80 to 84 Years47 (1.8%)149 (4.9%)
85 Years and over70 (2.7%)94 (3.1%)
Total2,625 (100.0%)3,068 (100.0%)

Families and Households in East Harwich

Median Family Size in East Harwich

The median family size in East Harwich is 2.88 persons per family, with single female/mother families (180 | 12.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.85 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (89 | 6.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.37 persons per family.
Median Family Size in East Harwich
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,214 (81.9%)2.77
Single Male/Father89 (6.0%)2.37
Single Female/Mother180 (12.1%)3.85
Total Families1,483 (100.0%)2.88

Median Household Size in East Harwich

The median household size in East Harwich is 2.31 persons per household, with single female/mother households (180 | 7.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.85 persons per household. non-family households (980 | 39.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.43 persons per household.
Median Household Size in East Harwich
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,214 (49.3%)2.78
Single Male/Father89 (3.6%)2.37
Single Female/Mother180 (7.3%)3.85
Non-family980 (39.8%)1.43
Total Households2,463 (100.0%)2.31

Household Size by Marriage Status in East Harwich

Out of a total of 2,463 households in East Harwich, 1,483 (60.2%) are family households, while 980 (39.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 748, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 593.
Household Size by Marriage Status in East Harwich
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-593 (24.1%)
2-Person Households748 (30.4%)358 (14.5%)
3-Person Households398 (16.2%)29 (1.2%)
4-Person Households279 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households58 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,483 (60.2%)980 (39.8%)

Female Fertility in East Harwich

Fertility by Age in East Harwich

Average fertility rate in East Harwich is 73.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 278.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in East Harwich
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years59 (100.0%)278.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total59 (100.0%)73.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in East Harwich

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in East Harwich
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in East Harwich

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in East Harwich
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 Degree59 (100.0%)203.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total59 (100.0%)73.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in East Harwich

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in East Harwich
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 Degree59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in East Harwich

Income Overview in East Harwich

Per Capita Income in East Harwich is $53,263, while median incomes of families and households are $128,133 and $96,188 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,693$53,263
Median Family Income1,483$128,133
Mean Family Income1,483$150,988
Median Household Income2,463$96,188
Mean Household Income2,463$119,792
Income Deficit1,483$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,6930.60%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,69399.40¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,6930.38

Earnings by Sex in East Harwich

Average Earnings in East Harwich are $57,624, $57,929 for men and $57,581 for women, a difference of 0.6%.
Earnings by Sex in East Harwich
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,818 (51.1%)$57,929
Female1,738 (48.9%)$57,581
Total3,556 (100.0%)$57,624

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in East Harwich

The most common earnings brackets in East Harwich are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (358 | 19.7%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (413 | 23.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in East Harwich
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less17 (0.9%)38 (2.2%)
$2,500 to $4,99960 (3.3%)65 (3.7%)
$5,000 to $7,499150 (8.3%)87 (5.0%)
$7,500 to $9,99935 (1.9%)17 (1.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49923 (1.3%)96 (5.5%)
$12,500 to $14,99919 (1.1%)31 (1.8%)
$15,000 to $17,49936 (2.0%)77 (4.4%)
$17,500 to $19,99948 (2.6%)15 (0.9%)
$20,000 to $22,49926 (1.4%)29 (1.7%)
$22,500 to $24,999194 (10.7%)79 (4.5%)
$25,000 to $29,999153 (8.4%)120 (6.9%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)53 (3.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)40 (2.3%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)18 (1.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99924 (1.3%)13 (0.7%)
$50,000 to $54,99938 (2.1%)83 (4.8%)
$55,000 to $64,999273 (15.0%)413 (23.8%)
$65,000 to $74,99951 (2.8%)177 (10.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999358 (19.7%)235 (13.5%)
$100,000+313 (17.2%)52 (3.0%)
Total1,818 (100.0%)1,738 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in East Harwich

Average earnings in East Harwich are $61,606 for men and $57,859 for women, a difference of 6.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $149,868, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $59,097. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,896, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $33,302.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in East Harwich
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$60,575$33,302
College or Associate's Degree$59,097$58,142
Bachelor's Degree$61,899$57,601
Graduate Degree$149,868$63,896
Total$61,606$57,859

Family Income in East Harwich

Family Income Brackets in East Harwich

According to the East Harwich family income data, there are 362 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.4% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in East Harwich
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999130.9%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,999120.8%
$35,000 to $49,999765.1%
$50,000 to $74,99925116.9%
$75,000 to $99,9991419.5%
$100,000 to $149,99936224.4%
$150,000 to $199,99935624.0%
$200,000+27318.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in East Harwich

3-person families (383 | 25.8%) account for the highest median family income in East Harwich with $159,047 per family, while 3-person families (383 | 25.8%) have the highest median income of $53,016 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in East Harwich
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families763 (51.4%)$102,284
3-Person Families383 (25.8%)$159,047
4-Person Families279 (18.8%)$144,327
5-Person Families58 (3.9%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,483 (100.0%)$128,133

Family Income by Number of Earners in East Harwich

The median family income in East Harwich is $128,133, with families comprising 2 earners (636) having the highest median family income of $158,892, while families with no earners (279) have the lowest median family income of $75,515, accounting for 42.9% and 18.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in East Harwich
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners279 (18.8%)$75,515
1 Earner288 (19.4%)$101,765
2 Earners636 (42.9%)$158,892
3+ Earners280 (18.9%)$129,500
Total1,483 (100.0%)$128,133

Household Income in East Harwich

Household Income Brackets in East Harwich

With 517 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in East Harwich, accounting for 21.0% of all households. In contrast, only 20 households (0.8%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in East Harwich
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000200.8%
$10,000 to $14,999371.5%
$15,000 to $24,9991285.2%
$25,000 to $34,999341.4%
$35,000 to $49,9991385.6%
$50,000 to $74,99944618.1%
$75,000 to $99,99949019.9%
$100,000 to $149,99951721.0%
$150,000 to $199,99937915.4%
$200,000+27311.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in East Harwich

The median household income in East Harwich is $96,188, with the highest median household income of $132,917 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 795 households (32.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 39 households (1.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in East Harwich
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years39 (1.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years458 (18.6%)$96,770
45 to 64 Years795 (32.3%)$132,917
65+ Years1,171 (47.5%)$82,687
Total2,463 (100.0%)$96,188

Poverty in East Harwich

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in East Harwich

With 0.2% poverty level for males and 2.4% for females among the residents of East Harwich, 45 to 54 year old males and 45 to 54 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3 males (1.9%) and 13 females (11.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in East Harwich
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)14 (11.1%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years1 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years3 (1.9%)13 (11.5%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)10 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)9 (1.1%)
75 Years and over1 (0.7%)29 (6.9%)
Total5 (0.2%)75 (2.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in East Harwich

According to the poverty statistics in East Harwich, 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in East Harwich
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years212 (100.0%)62 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)112 (88.9%)
6 to 11 Years32 (100.0%)72 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years54 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years23 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years402 (99.8%)43 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years152 (100.0%)169 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years269 (100.0%)499 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years158 (98.1%)100 (88.5%)
55 to 64 Years660 (100.0%)682 (98.6%)
65 to 74 Years489 (100.0%)834 (98.9%)
75 Years and over150 (99.3%)391 (93.1%)
Total2,601 (99.8%)2,993 (97.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in East Harwich

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in East Harwich
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children971 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children191 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,214 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in East Harwich

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in East Harwich
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)13 (7.2%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in East Harwich
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)13 (28.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)13 (4.8%)

Employment Characteristics in East Harwich

Employment by Class of Employer in East Harwich

Among the 3,088 employed individuals in East Harwich, private company employees (1,753 | 56.8%), local government employees (468 | 15.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (326 | 10.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in East Harwich
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,75356.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1063.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2859.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations32610.6%
Local Government Employees46815.2%
State Government Employees1224.0%
Federal Government Employees180.6%
Unpaid Family Workers100.3%
Total3,088100.0%

Employment Status by Age in East Harwich

According to the labor force statistics for East Harwich, out of the total population over 16 years of age (5,099), 62.5% or 3,187 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.4% or 76 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 81 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 13.8% or 35 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in East Harwich
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years57 (71.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years253 (63.1%)35 (13.8%)
25 to 29 Years81 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years181 (75.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years745 (97.0%)20 (2.7%)
45 to 54 Years274 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years501 (92.9%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years621 (76.4%)10 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years416 (31.2%)10 (2.4%)
75 Years and over58 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,187 (62.5%)76 (2.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in East Harwich

According to labor force statistics for East Harwich, 88.5% of individuals (2,403) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,715) are in the labor force, with 1.2% or 29 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 90.2% or 849 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.2% or 20 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in East Harwich
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma660 (86.6%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree849 (90.2%)11 (1.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher894 (88.3%)22 (2.2%)
Total2,403 (88.5%)33 (1.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in East Harwich

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in East Harwich are Community & Social Service (561 | 18.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (247 | 7.9%), Education Instruction & Library (234 | 7.5%), Management (175 | 5.6%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (162 | 5.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in East Harwich

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in East Harwich, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (80.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in East Harwich
OccupationMaleFemale
Management49 (28.0%)126 (72.0%)
Business & Financial28 (40.0%)42 (60.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science62 (80.5%)15 (19.5%)
Computers & Mathematics39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science5 (25.0%)15 (75.0%)
Community & Social Service 80 (14.3%)481 (85.7%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)80 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library69 (29.5%)165 (70.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment11 (4.4%)236 (95.6%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)162 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)43 (100.0%)
Total (Category)219 (21.0%)826 (79.0%)
Total (Overall)1,524 (49.0%)1,588 (51.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in East Harwich are Security & Protection (278 | 8.9%), Law Enforcement (167 | 5.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (133 | 4.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (115 | 3.7%), and Healthcare Support (111 | 3.6%).
Services Occupations in East Harwich

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in East Harwich, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (78.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (68.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (84.2%), and Personal Care & Service (63.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in East Harwich
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)111 (100.0%)
Security & Protection218 (78.4%)60 (21.6%)
Firefighting & Prevention51 (46.0%)60 (54.0%)
Law Enforcement167 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving21 (15.8%)112 (84.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance79 (68.7%)36 (31.3%)
Personal Care & Service37 (36.3%)65 (63.7%)
Total (Category)355 (48.0%)384 (52.0%)
Total (Overall)1,524 (49.0%)1,588 (51.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in East Harwich are Sales & Related (380 | 12.2%), and Office & Administration (113 | 3.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in East Harwich

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in East Harwich
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related125 (32.9%)255 (67.1%)
Office & Administration38 (33.6%)75 (66.4%)
Total (Category)163 (33.1%)330 (66.9%)
Total (Overall)1,524 (49.0%)1,588 (51.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in East Harwich are Construction & Extraction (459 | 14.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (180 | 5.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (12 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in East Harwich

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in East Harwich
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Construction & Extraction443 (96.5%)16 (3.5%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair180 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)623 (95.7%)28 (4.3%)
Total (Overall)1,524 (49.0%)1,588 (51.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in East Harwich are Transportation (143 | 4.6%), and Production (41 | 1.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in East Harwich

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in East Harwich
OccupationMaleFemale
Production21 (51.2%)20 (48.8%)
Transportation143 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)164 (89.1%)20 (10.9%)
Total (Overall)1,524 (49.0%)1,588 (51.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in East Harwich

Employment Industries in East Harwich

The major employment industries in East Harwich include Construction (521 | 16.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (426 | 13.7%), Educational Services (264 | 8.5%), Retail Trade (225 | 7.2%), and Administrative & Support (219 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries in East Harwich

Employment Industries by Sex in East Harwich

The East Harwich industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (85.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in East Harwich
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction495 (95.0%)26 (5.0%)
Manufacturing18 (21.4%)66 (78.6%)
Wholesale Trade10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade62 (27.6%)163 (72.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing134 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)195 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance16 (24.6%)49 (75.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing99 (83.9%)19 (16.1%)
Professional & Scientific76 (71.7%)30 (28.3%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support147 (67.1%)72 (32.9%)
Educational Services89 (33.7%)175 (66.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)426 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation48 (23.2%)159 (76.8%)
Accommodation & Food Services21 (14.1%)128 (85.9%)
Public Administration199 (95.2%)10 (4.8%)
Total1,524 (49.0%)1,588 (51.0%)

Education in East Harwich

School Enrollment in East Harwich

The most common levels of schooling among the 575 students in East Harwich are college / undergraduate (168 | 29.2%), kindergarten (126 | 21.9%), and middle school (86 | 15.0%).
School Enrollment in East Harwich
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten12621.9%
Elementary School7212.5%
Middle School8615.0%
High School7412.9%
College / Undergraduate16829.2%
Graduate / Professional498.5%
Total575100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in East Harwich

Out of a total of 575 students who are enrolled in schools in East Harwich, 53 (9.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 522 (90.8%) 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 36 (34.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 198 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in East Harwich
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old198 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds69 (65.7%)36 (34.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over49 (74.2%)17 (25.8%)
Total522 (90.8%)53 (9.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in East Harwich

Business (376 | 17.8%), education (254 | 12.0%), arts & humanities (253 | 12.0%), liberal arts & history (214 | 10.1%), and visual & performing arts (164 | 7.8%) are the most common fields of study among 2,110 individuals in East Harwich who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in East Harwich
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics311.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1075.1%
Physical & Health Sciences10.1%
Psychology592.8%
Social Sciences1356.4%
Engineering1296.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies231.1%
Science & Technology1627.7%
Business37617.8%
Education25412.0%
Literature & Languages1366.5%
Liberal Arts & History21410.1%
Visual & Performing Arts1647.8%
Communications663.1%
Arts & Humanities25312.0%
Total2,110100.0%

Transportation & Commute in East Harwich

Vehicle Availability by Sex in East Harwich

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in East Harwich are males with 2 vehicles (776, accounting for 51.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (633, making up 49.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in East Harwich
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle45 (3.0%)224 (14.2%)
2 Vehicles776 (51.5%)633 (40.0%)
3 Vehicles521 (34.6%)578 (36.6%)
4 Vehicles142 (9.4%)95 (6.0%)
5 or more Vehicles23 (1.5%)51 (3.2%)
Total1,507 (100.0%)1,581 (100.0%)

Commute Time in East Harwich

The most frequently occuring commute durations in East Harwich are 10 to 14 minutes (718 commuters, 25.6%), 15 to 19 minutes (532 commuters, 19.0%), and 20 to 24 minutes (510 commuters, 18.2%).
Commute Time in East Harwich
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes170.6%
5 to 9 Minutes45816.3%
10 to 14 Minutes71825.6%
15 to 19 Minutes53219.0%
20 to 24 Minutes51018.2%
25 to 29 Minutes993.5%
30 to 34 Minutes2458.7%
35 to 39 Minutes341.2%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes281.0%
60 to 89 Minutes722.6%
90 or more Minutes953.4%

Commute Time by Sex in East Harwich

The most common commute times in East Harwich are 20 to 24 minutes (419 commuters, 29.0%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (406 commuters, 29.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in East Harwich
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes5 (0.4%)12 (0.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes179 (12.4%)279 (20.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes312 (21.6%)406 (29.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes190 (13.2%)342 (25.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes419 (29.0%)91 (6.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes18 (1.3%)81 (5.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes159 (11.0%)86 (6.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes12 (0.8%)22 (1.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes12 (0.8%)16 (1.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes72 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes65 (4.5%)30 (2.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in East Harwich

The most frequent times of departure to work in East Harwich are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (475, 32.9%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (283, 20.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in East Harwich
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM12 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM105 (7.3%)12 (0.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM34 (2.4%)75 (5.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM170 (11.8%)13 (0.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM183 (12.7%)283 (20.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM475 (32.9%)94 (6.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM101 (7.0%)171 (12.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM54 (3.7%)128 (9.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM8 (0.5%)274 (20.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM94 (6.5%)180 (13.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)48 (3.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM18 (1.3%)12 (0.9%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM119 (8.3%)38 (2.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM70 (4.9%)37 (2.7%)
Total1,443 (100.0%)1,365 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in East Harwich

Occupancy by Ownership in East Harwich

Of the total 2,463 dwellings in East Harwich, owner-occupied units account for 2,225 (90.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 238 (9.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in East Harwich
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,22590.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2389.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,463100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in East Harwich

Occupancy by Household Size in East Harwich
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household59324.1%
2-Person Household1,10644.9%
3-Person Household42717.3%
4+ Person Household33713.7%
Total Housing Units2,463100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in East Harwich

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in East Harwich
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household473 (79.8%)120 (20.2%)
2-Person Household1,029 (93.0%)77 (7.0%)
3-Person Household416 (97.4%)11 (2.6%)
4+ Person Household307 (91.1%)30 (8.9%)
Total Housing Units2,225 (90.3%)238 (9.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in East Harwich

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in East Harwich
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma317 (85.4%)54 (14.6%)
College/Associate Degree770 (91.0%)76 (9.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,099 (91.0%)108 (8.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in East Harwich

Occupancy by Age of Householder in East Harwich
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1576.4%
35 to 44 Years34013.8%
45 to 54 Years1064.3%
55 to 64 Years68928.0%
65 to 74 Years75430.6%
75 to 84 Years34714.1%
85 Years and Over702.8%
Total2,463100.0%

Housing Finances in East Harwich

Median Income by Occupancy in East Harwich

Median Income by Occupancy in East Harwich
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,225 (90.3%)$96,163
Renter-Occupied238 (9.7%)$102,566
Average2,463 (100.0%)$96,188

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in East Harwich

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in East Harwich
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)10 (4.2%)
$5,000 to $9,9999 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99926 (1.2%)10 (4.2%)
$15,000 to $19,99914 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99959 (2.6%)56 (23.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99934 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999139 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999446 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999449 (20.2%)42 (17.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999479 (21.5%)38 (16.0%)
$150,000 or more570 (25.6%)82 (34.4%)
Total2,225 (100.0%)238 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in East Harwich

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in East Harwich
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30029 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49936 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799278 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $999300 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499617 (27.7%)57 (23.9%)
$1,500 to $1,999249 (11.2%)53 (22.3%)
$2,000 to $2,499229 (10.3%)77 (32.4%)
$2,500 to $2,999242 (10.9%)11 (4.6%)
$3,000 or more245 (11.0%)30 (12.6%)
Total2,225 (100.0%)238 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in East Harwich

Housing Structures in East Harwich

Housing Structures in East Harwich
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,44699.3%
Single Unit, Attached110.4%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments60.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total2,463100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in East Harwich

Housing Structures by Occupancy in East Harwich
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,219 (90.7%)227 (9.3%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,225 (90.3%)238 (9.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in East Harwich

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in East Harwich
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms36 (1.6%)51 (21.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms660 (29.7%)127 (53.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms834 (37.5%)21 (8.8%)
8 or more Rooms695 (31.2%)39 (16.4%)
Total2,225 (100.0%)238 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in East Harwich

Housing Structure by Heating Type in East Harwich
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,738 (78.1%)197 (82.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas26 (1.2%)31 (13.0%)
Electricity115 (5.2%)10 (4.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene232 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels114 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,225 (100.0%)238 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in East Harwich

Household Vehicle Usage in East Harwich
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle35 (1.6%)10 (4.2%)
1 Vehicle424 (19.1%)97 (40.8%)
2 Vehicles1,078 (48.4%)92 (38.7%)
3 or more Vehicles688 (30.9%)39 (16.4%)
Total2,225 (100.0%)238 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in East Harwich

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in East Harwich

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units7651,460
Median Property Value$588,100$568,400
Median Household Income$71,696$548
Monthly Housing Costs$871$245
Real Estate Taxes$4,307$14

Property Value by Mortgage Status in East Harwich

Property Value by Mortgage Status in East Harwich
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00016 (2.1%)32 (2.2%)
$50,000 to $99,99913 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99981 (10.6%)68 (4.7%)
$300,000 to $499,999145 (19.0%)424 (29.0%)
$500,000 to $749,999362 (47.3%)753 (51.6%)
$750,000 to $999,99990 (11.8%)151 (10.3%)
$1,000,000 or more58 (7.6%)32 (2.2%)
Total765 (100.0%)1,460 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in East Harwich

Household Income by Mortgage Status in East Harwich
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0009 (1.2%)106 (7.3%)
$10,000 to $24,99994 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99912 (1.6%)5 (0.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99984 (11.0%)22 (1.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999216 (28.2%)55 (3.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999108 (14.1%)230 (15.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999220 (28.8%)341 (23.4%)
$150,000 or more22 (2.9%)259 (17.7%)
Total765 (100.0%)1,460 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in East Harwich

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in East Harwich
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x26 (3.4%)112,232 (7,687.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x72 (9.4%)101 (6.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x34 (4.4%)169 (11.6%)
4.0x or more633 (82.8%)462 (31.6%)
Total765 (100.0%)1,460 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in East Harwich

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in East Harwich
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49913 (1.7%)89 (6.1%)
$800 to $1,499752 (98.3%)41 (2.8%)
Total765 (100.0%)1,460 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in East Harwich

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Harwich

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Harwich
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years400 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years274 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years418 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years254 (83.6%)50 (16.5%)
35 to 44 Years768 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years264 (96.4%)10 (3.6%)
55 to 64 Years1,352 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years1,332 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older571 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,633 (99.0%)60 (1.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in East Harwich

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in East Harwich
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born400 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen274 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen418 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in East Harwich

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in East Harwich
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000198 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999278 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999972 (96.6%)34 (3.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999951 (98.4%)16 (1.7%)
$100,000 and over3,224 (99.7%)10 (0.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Harwich

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Harwich
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6192 (48.0%)327 (81.8%)
6 to 18 Years73 (26.6%)201 (73.4%)
19 to 25 Years125 (29.9%)293 (70.1%)
25 to 34 Years111 (36.5%)254 (83.6%)
35 to 44 Years11 (1.4%)766 (99.7%)
45 to 54 Years25 (9.1%)251 (91.6%)
55 to 64 Years220 (16.3%)1,225 (90.6%)
65 to 74 Years1,308 (98.2%)839 (63.0%)
75 Years and over561 (98.3%)512 (89.7%)
Total2,626 (46.1%)4,668 (82.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in East Harwich

Disability Status by Sex by Age in East Harwich
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 Years67 (6.1%)49 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years59 (12.1%)51 (6.0%)
75 Years and over84 (55.6%)164 (39.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in East Harwich

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in East Harwich: <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 Years12 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years42 (8.6%)17 (2.0%)
75 Years and over10 (6.6%)122 (29.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in East Harwich: <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 Years5 (0.5%)13 (1.0%)
65 to 74 Years17 (3.5%)17 (2.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)12 (2.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in East Harwich: <span>Cognitive 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 Years2 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)32 (3.8%)
75 Years and over10 (6.6%)6 (1.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in East Harwich: <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 Years39 (3.6%)36 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)34 (4.0%)
75 Years and over74 (49.0%)30 (7.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in East Harwich: <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%)36 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over56 (37.1%)17 (4.1%)

Technology Access in East Harwich

Computing Device Access in East Harwich

Computing Device Access in East Harwich
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,14587.1%
Smartphone2,10885.6%
Tablet1,71969.8%
No Computing Device753.0%
Total2,463100.0%

Internet Access in East Harwich

Internet Access in East Harwich
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home2,01881.9%
Cellular Data Only30812.5%
Satellite Internet481.9%
No Internet1375.6%
Total2,463100.0%

East Harwich Summary

History

East Harwich is a small village located in the town of Harwich, Massachusetts, on the south side of Cape Cod. The area was first settled in 1699 by a group of settlers from Eastham, Massachusetts. The settlers were led by Captain John Sears, who was granted a large tract of land by the Plymouth Colony. The area was originally known as "Sears' Purchase" and was later renamed East Harwich.
The village of East Harwich was officially incorporated in 1727. During the 18th and 19th centuries, the village was a thriving agricultural and fishing community. The village was also home to several shipbuilding yards, which produced vessels for the whaling and fishing industries.
In the late 19th century, East Harwich began to experience a period of growth and development. The village was connected to the mainland by a bridge in 1891, and the railroad arrived in 1895. This allowed for increased access to the village and helped to spur economic growth.
In the early 20th century, East Harwich began to experience a decline in its economy. The fishing and whaling industries had declined, and the shipbuilding yards had closed. The village was also hit hard by the Great Depression.
In the late 20th century, East Harwich began to experience a resurgence. The village was designated as a National Historic District in 1975, and the village has since become a popular tourist destination.

Geography

East Harwich is located in the town of Harwich, Massachusetts, on the south side of Cape Cod. The village is situated on the east side of the Cape Cod Canal, which separates the mainland from the Cape. The village is bordered by the towns of Chatham to the north, Brewster to the east, and Dennis to the south.
The village of East Harwich covers an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills. The village is located on the banks of the Herring River, which flows into the Cape Cod Bay.

Economy

The economy of East Harwich is largely based on tourism. The village is a popular destination for visitors to Cape Cod, and the village is home to several restaurants, shops, and lodging establishments.
The village is also home to several marinas, which provide services to boaters and fishermen. The village is also home to several boatyards, which provide repairs and maintenance services to vessels.
The village is also home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a pharmacy.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of East Harwich was 2,845. The population is predominantly white (94.3%), with a small percentage of African Americans (2.2%) and Hispanics (2.2%).
The median household income in East Harwich is $63,917, and the median home value is $400,000. The village has a high rate of homeownership (83.3%), and the unemployment rate is 4.2%.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of East Harwich?
Total Population of East Harwich is 5,693.
What is the Total Male Population of East Harwich?
Total Male Population of East Harwich is 2,625.
What is the Total Female Population of East Harwich?
Total Female Population of East Harwich is 3,068.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in East Harwich?
There are 85.56 Males per 100 Females in East Harwich.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in East Harwich?
There are 116.88 Females per 100 Males in East Harwich.
What is the Median Population Age in East Harwich?
Median Population Age in East Harwich is 58.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in East Harwich
Average Family Size in East Harwich is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in East Harwich
Average Household Size in East Harwich is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in East Harwich?
Per Capita income in East Harwich is $53,263.
What is the Median Family Income in East Harwich?
Median Family Income in East Harwich is $128,133.
What is the Median Household income in East Harwich?
Median Household Income in East Harwich is $96,188.
What is Income or Wage Gap in East Harwich?
Income or Wage Gap in East Harwich is 0.6%.
Women in East Harwich earn 99.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in East Harwich?
Inequality or Gini Index in East Harwich is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in East Harwich?
There are 3,187 People in the Labor Forcein in East Harwich.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in East Harwich?
62.5% of People are in the Labor Force in East Harwich.
What is the Unemployment Rate in East Harwich?
Unemployment Rate in East Harwich is 2.4%.