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Vineyard Haven, MA Micro Area

Vineyard Haven, MA · Micro Area

20,933Population

A micropolitan statistical area of 1 county. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$125,786
Median home value
$1,165,800
Land area
103 sq mi
203 people per sq mi

Market now

Counties in this micro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Dukes County, MACentral20,933$125,786$1,165,800

Largest cities and towns

9 places in our city pages lie in this area.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
Oak Bluffs, MATown5,407$145,196
Edgartown, MATown5,278$125,236
Tisbury, MATown4,893$74,113
West Tisbury, MATown3,080$182,750
Vineyard Haven, MACDP2,469$77,665
Chilmark, MATown1,578$168,750
Edgartown (CDP), MACDP904$250,000+
Aquinnah, MATown666$146,354
Gosnold, MATown31$38,750

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
4.4%
Unemployment
6.6%
College Educated
51.9%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income
$125,786
Mean Household Income
$205,357

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male
48.4%
Female
51.6%

Population Split

Male48.4%
Female51.6%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Irish19.2%
English14.6%
Italian14.5%
German9.0%
Scottish4.0%
French3.6%
Polish2.5%
Mexican0.4%
African0.4%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

13.8%Foreign Born
86.2%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized39.9%
Non-Citizen60.1%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later41.6%
Before 201058.4%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
17,822
Median Rent
$1,277/mo
Median Home Value
$1,165,800
Median Year Built
1982

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
3,634
College Enrollment
10.7%
High School
32.5%
College Educated
51.9%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
16.4 min
Drive Alone Rate
60.6%
Public Transit
1.5%
Work From Home
21.6%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18
16.8%
18-34 Years
16.1%
35-64 Years
40.6%
65+ Years
26.5%

Population Composition

Under 1816.8%
18-3416.1%
35-6440.6%
65+26.5%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples
52.1%
Single Parent
4.3%
Living Alone
29.0%
Avg Size
2.73

Household Types

Married Couples52.1%
Single Parent4.3%
Living Alone29.0%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income
$79,756
SNAP Usage
6.6%
Health Insurance
97.9%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k7.5%
$25k - $50k9.9%
$50k - $100k24.5%
$100k+58.3%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
4.1%
Retail Trade
8.0%
Education & Health Care
20.2%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

11.1%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

97.9%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet
95.0%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
97.8%vs ~95% National Avg
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better
98.6
0130
Below average< 97
Near average97 - 103
Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better
53.4
0200
Hard to Afford< 80
Moderate80 - 100
Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

The BEA publishes price levels for metro areas only, so for this micro area the cost-of-living figure is the state's average for areas outside metros.