What are the schools like in South Yarmouth, MA?

South Yarmouth is served primarily by Dennis-Yarmouth. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.8:1.

What is the median household income in South Yarmouth?

The median household income in South Yarmouth, MA is $77,723 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.1%.

What is the weather like in South Yarmouth, MA?

South Yarmouth has an average high temperature of 39.9°F in January and 80.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 21.5 inches.

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

Q: Is South Yarmouth, MA affordable or expensive?

South Yarmouth's cost of living index is 106, where 100 represents the national average. This means South Yarmouth is 6% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $430,100 and the median rent is $1,655 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in South Yarmouth, MA?

South Yarmouth 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 South Yarmouth, MA a Good Place to Live?

South Yarmouth is a small city of 11,805 in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $77,723 and a 7.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 106 (US average = 100), which is 6% above the national average.

Strengths: South Yarmouth stands out for solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether South Yarmouth is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All South Yarmouth 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

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

Metric	South Yarmouth, MA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$430,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,655	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	77.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$77,723	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

South Yarmouth'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

South Yarmouth is served primarily by Dennis-Yarmouth. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	South Yarmouth, MA	National Avg
School District	Dennis-Yarmouth	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	32.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

South Yarmouth sees average highs of 39.9°F in January and 80.8°F in July, with 49.5 inches of annual precipitation and 21.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	South Yarmouth, MA
Average High — January	39.9°F
Average High — July	80.8°F
Annual Precipitation	49.5"
Annual Snowfall	21.5"

Demographics

Metric	South Yarmouth, MA	National Avg
Population	11,805	—
Median Age	52.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	78.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	6.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	9.4%	18.9%
Asian	4.8%	6.3%
Under 18	12.8%	22.2%
65 and over	32.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

West Dennis, MA 2 mi West Yarmouth, MA 3 mi Yarmouth Port, MA 3 mi Dennis Port, MA 3 mi South Dennis, MA 4 mi

ZIP Codes in South Yarmouth

South Yarmouth, MA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

02664

South Yarmouth vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Yarmouth, MA affordable or expensive?

South Yarmouth's cost of living index is 106, where 100 is the national average. That puts South Yarmouth roughly 6% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $430,100 and median rent is $1,655/month.

What is the crime rate in South Yarmouth, MA?

South Yarmouth'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 South Yarmouth?

Public schools in South Yarmouth are operated by Dennis-Yarmouth. The district has 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.8:1. 32.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is South Yarmouth, MA a good place to live?

South Yarmouth, MA has a population of 11,805, a median household income of $77,723, and an unemployment rate of 7.1%. 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 South Yarmouth?

South Yarmouth averages 39.9°F in January and 80.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.5 inches with about 21.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in South Yarmouth?

South Yarmouth, MA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 02664.

What is the population of South Yarmouth?

The population of South Yarmouth, Massachusetts is 11,805 with a median age of 52.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in South Yarmouth?

Key numbers for living in South Yarmouth: cost of living index 106 (100 = US average), median home $430,100, median household income $77,723, 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 South Yarmouth side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.