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Housing in Barnstable County
The inside story on rent prices
Source: US Census Bureau - ACS 5 Yr 2024
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Barnstable County averages $1,678/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Massachusetts median of $1,762 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 41% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Barnstable County was 4.8% in 2024, compared to Massachusetts at 4.0% and the national rate of 4.0%.
