What are the schools like in East Falmouth, MA?

East Falmouth is served primarily by Falmouth. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.3:1.

What is the median household income in East Falmouth?

The median household income in East Falmouth, MA is $67,964 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.7%.

What is the weather like in East Falmouth, MA?

East Falmouth has an average high temperature of 39.1°F in January and 79.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 25.3 inches.

East Falmouth, MA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is East Falmouth, MA affordable or expensive?

East Falmouth's cost of living index is 106, where 100 represents the national average. This means East Falmouth is 6% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $485,700 and the median rent is $1,780 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in East Falmouth, MA?

East Falmouth has a violent crime rate of 127.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 406.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is East Falmouth, MA a Good Place to Live?

East Falmouth is a small town of 6,558 in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $67,964 and a 4.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 106 (US average = 100), which is 6% above the national average.

Strengths: East Falmouth stands out for solid school ratings (A), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices, longer commutes. Whether East Falmouth is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All East Falmouth city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 105.8

East Falmouth's overall cost of living index is 105.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in East Falmouth costs roughly 6% more than the average American city.

Metric	East Falmouth, MA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$485,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,780	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	88.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$67,964	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

East Falmouth's violent crime rate is 127.7 per 100,000 residents — 66% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

127.7 /100k

Property Crime

406.6 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

East Falmouth is served primarily by Falmouth. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	East Falmouth, MA	National Avg
School District	Falmouth	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	43.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

East Falmouth sees average highs of 39.1°F in January and 79.2°F in July, with 48.3 inches of annual precipitation and 25.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	East Falmouth, MA
Average High — January	39.1°F
Average High — July	79.2°F
Annual Precipitation	48.3"
Annual Snowfall	25.3"

Demographics

Metric	East Falmouth, MA	National Avg
Population	6,558	—
Median Age	58.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	86.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.6%	18.9%
Asian	2.0%	6.3%
Under 18	13.6%	22.2%
65 and over	36.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in East Falmouth

East Falmouth, MA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

02536

East Falmouth vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is East Falmouth, MA affordable or expensive?

East Falmouth's cost of living index is 106, where 100 is the national average. That puts East Falmouth roughly 6% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $485,700 and median rent is $1,780/month.

What is the crime rate in East Falmouth, MA?

East Falmouth's violent crime rate is 127.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 406.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in East Falmouth?

Public schools in East Falmouth are operated by Falmouth. The district has 4 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.3:1. 43.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is East Falmouth, MA a good place to live?

East Falmouth, MA has a population of 6,558, a median household income of $67,964, and an unemployment rate of 4.7%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in East Falmouth?

East Falmouth averages 39.1°F in January and 79.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 48.3 inches with about 25.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in East Falmouth?

East Falmouth, MA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 02536.

What is the population of East Falmouth?

The population of East Falmouth, Massachusetts is 6,558 with a median age of 58.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in East Falmouth?

Key numbers for living in East Falmouth: cost of living index 106 (100 = US average), median home $485,700, median household income $67,964, crime index 28 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare East Falmouth side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.