Where is Barnstable Town, Massachusetts, USA?

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Where is Barnstable Town Located? - Barnstable Town is a city located in the Barnstable County of Massachusetts, United States. Barnstable Town lies between 38.7881062 Degrees North latitudes and 90.4974359 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Barnstable Town, Massachusetts

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Where is Barnstable Town?: The Google Map showing the location of Barnstable Town in the U.S. state of Massachusetts.

Where is Barnstable Town Located?

Barnstable Town is a city located in the Barnstable County of Massachusetts, United States. Barnstable Town lies between 38.7881062 Degrees North latitudes and 90.4974359 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Barnstable Town city is 48916 people and the city has a total area of 59.93 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Barnstable Town, Massachusetts Quick Facts

FactDetails
TownBarnstable
CountyBarnstable County
StateMassachusetts
CountryUnited States
RegionCape Cod
Latitude41.7001°N
Longitude70.3002°W
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Land Area59.7 sq mi
Water Area16.6 sq mi
Total Area76.3 sq mi
Population (Census 2020)48,916
Population DensityApproximately 819 per sq mi
ZIP Codes02601, 02630, 02632, 02635, 02637, 02647, 02648, 02655
Area Code508, 774
Time ZoneEastern Time (ET)
FIPS Code25-03690

Nearby Cities and Communities to Barnstable Town, Massachusetts

  • Yarmouth, Massachusetts - 6 mi (10 km)
  • Dennis, Massachusetts - 12 mi (19 km)
  • Mashpee, Massachusetts - 11 mi (18 km)
  • Sandwich, Massachusetts - 15 mi (24 km)
  • Bourne, Massachusetts - 20 mi (32 km)
  • Falmouth, Massachusetts - 22 mi (35 km)
  • Orleans, Massachusetts - 24 mi (39 km)
  • Chatham, Massachusetts - 28 mi (45 km)
  • Plymouth, Massachusetts - 42 mi (68 km)
  • New Bedford, Massachusetts - 55 mi (89 km)

Barnstable Town, Massachusetts Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg HighAvg LowAvg Precipitation
January39°F24°F4.2 in
April54°F38°F4.1 in
July79°F64°F3.1 in
October63°F49°F4.3 in
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate TypeHumid Continental (Dfa/Dfb Transition)
Annual RainfallApproximately 49 inches
Annual SunshineApproximately 200 sunny days
Average Snowfall27 inches annually
Main Weather RisksNor'easters, Coastal Storms and Flooding

Driving Distances from Barnstable Town, Massachusetts

DestinationDistanceDistance (km)Drive Time
Yarmouth6 mi10 km10 min
Mashpee11 mi18 km15 min
Dennis12 mi19 km20 min
Sandwich15 mi24 km20 min
Bourne20 mi32 km25 min
Falmouth22 mi35 km30 min
Orleans24 mi39 km35 min
Chatham28 mi45 km40 min
Plymouth42 mi68 km55 min
Boston72 mi116 km1 hr 30 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Barnstable Town, Massachusetts

Nearest AirportCape Cod Gateway Airport
IATA CodeHYA
Major AirportCape Cod Gateway Airport (HYA)
Major HighwaysU.S. Route 6, Massachusetts Route 28, Massachusetts Route 132
Rail ServiceCapeFlyer Seasonal Passenger Rail Service Nearby
Public TransitCape Cod Regional Transit Authority (CCRTA)
  • Barnstable is the largest community on Cape Cod by population.
  • The town includes several villages, including Hyannis, Centerville, Osterville and Barnstable Village.
  • Tourism, healthcare, marine industries and retail are major economic sectors.
  • Hyannis serves as Cape Cod's commercial and transportation hub.
  • Barnstable offers beaches, harbors, historic districts and access to Nantucket Sound and Cape Cod Bay.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Barnstable Town, Massachusetts

LandmarkType
John F. Kennedy Hyannis MuseumMuseum
Craigville BeachBeach
Sandy Neck BeachNatural Area
Hyannis HarborWaterfront Attraction
Cape Cod Maritime MuseumMuseum
Barnstable Village Historic DistrictHistoric District
Long Pasture Wildlife SanctuaryNature Preserve
Kalmus BeachBeach

Colleges and Universities Near Barnstable Town, Massachusetts

InstitutionTypeDistanceNotable For
Cape Cod Community CollegeCommunity College4 miTransfer and workforce programs
Massachusetts Maritime AcademyPublic Academy18 miMaritime and engineering education
Bridgewater State University - Cape Cod ProgramsPublic UniversityNearbyContinuing education
University of Massachusetts DartmouthPublic University55 miResearch and professional programs
Woods Hole Oceanographic InstitutionResearch Institution28 miMarine science research

Waterbodies in and Near Barnstable Town, Massachusetts

Cape Cod Bay, Nantucket Sound, Barnstable Harbor, Hyannis Harbor, Lewis Bay, West Bay, East Bay, Long Pond, Wequaquet Lake and Sandy Neck Marshes.

Golf Courses in and Near Barnstable Town, Massachusetts

Hyannis Golf Course, Olde Barnstable Fairgrounds Golf Course, Cummaquid Golf Club, Wianno Club Golf Course, Oyster Harbors Golf Club, Bayberry Hills Golf Course, Dennis Highlands Golf Course and Captains Golf Course.

Barnstable Town, Massachusetts - Key Historical Facts

  • Barnstable was incorporated in 1639 and is one of the oldest towns in Massachusetts.
  • The community developed around fishing, shipbuilding and maritime trade.
  • Hyannis emerged as a major transportation and commercial center on Cape Cod.
  • The Kennedy family maintained a strong connection to Hyannis Port, bringing national attention to the area.
  • Tourism became a major economic driver during the twentieth century.
  • Today, Barnstable remains the administrative and commercial center of Cape Cod.

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