What are the schools like in Sandwich, MA?

Sandwich is served primarily by Sandwich. The district operates 2 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.2:1.

What is the median household income in Sandwich?

The median household income in Sandwich, MA is $99,333 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.4%.

What is the weather like in Sandwich, MA?

Sandwich has an average high temperature of 38.2°F in January and 77.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 37.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Sandwich, MA affordable or expensive?

Sandwich's cost of living index is 106, where 100 represents the national average. This means Sandwich is 6% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $486,900 and the median rent is $1,688 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Sandwich, MA?

Sandwich has a violent crime rate of 157.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 315.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Sandwich, MA a Good Place to Live?

Sandwich is a small town of 2,948 in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $99,333 and a 4.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 106 (US average = 100), which is 6% above the national average.

Strengths: Sandwich stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

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

All Sandwich 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

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

Metric	Sandwich, MA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$486,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,688	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	75.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$99,333	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Sandwich's violent crime rate is 157.7 per 100,000 residents — 58% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

157.7 /100k

Property Crime

315.3 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Sandwich is served primarily by Sandwich. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Sandwich, MA	National Avg
School District	Sandwich	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	56.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Sandwich sees average highs of 38.2°F in January and 77.1°F in July, with 53.0 inches of annual precipitation and 37.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Sandwich, MA
Average High — January	38.2°F
Average High — July	77.1°F
Annual Precipitation	53.0"
Annual Snowfall	37.2"

Demographics

Metric	Sandwich, MA	National Avg
Population	2,948	—
Median Age	57.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.8%	18.9%
Asian	2.5%	6.3%
Under 18	12.7%	22.2%
65 and over	35.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Sagamore, MA 2 mi East Sandwich, MA 4 mi Forestdale, MA 5 mi Monument Beach, MA 6 mi Buzzards Bay, MA 6 mi

ZIP Codes in Sandwich

Sandwich, MA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

02563

Sandwich vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sandwich, MA affordable or expensive?

Sandwich's cost of living index is 106, where 100 is the national average. That puts Sandwich roughly 6% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $486,900 and median rent is $1,688/month.

What is the crime rate in Sandwich, MA?

Sandwich's violent crime rate is 157.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 315.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Sandwich?

Public schools in Sandwich are operated by Sandwich. The district has 2 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.2:1. 56.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Sandwich, MA a good place to live?

Sandwich, MA has a population of 2,948, a median household income of $99,333, and an unemployment rate of 4.4%. 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 Sandwich?

Sandwich averages 38.2°F in January and 77.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 53.0 inches with about 37.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Sandwich?

Sandwich, MA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 02563.

What is the population of Sandwich?

The population of Sandwich, Massachusetts is 2,948 with a median age of 57.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Sandwich?

Key numbers for living in Sandwich: cost of living index 106 (100 = US average), median home $486,900, median household income $99,333, crime index 31 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Sandwich side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.