Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
| Below Poverty | 3.0% ▼ 70% below avg |
| College Grads | 63.7% ▲ 64% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 9% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 96 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,511 (15.6%) |
| Some College | 684 (7.1%) |
| Associates | 1,239 (12.8%) |
| Bachelors | 530 (5.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,632 (58.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $125,524 ▲ 64% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,388,837 ▲ 398% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 11.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,081/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 12,449 |
| Vacant Units | 7,401 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Nantucket County is located in Massachusetts and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 14,299 residents. With a median age of 39.38, it is a middle-aged county.
Nantucket County has a upper-middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $125,524 is significantly above the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 3.0% is well below the national average.
Housing in Nantucket County is among the most expensive housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $1,388,837 — more than double the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $2,081. Homeownership rates are high at 76.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Nantucket County are majority White (69.13%). Educational attainment is highly educated — 63.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly above the national average.
Nantucket County, MA is a upper-middle-income area in Massachusetts. The 3 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.