Eastham, Massachusetts
Eastham: Town in Massachusetts
About
Eastham is a town located in the county of Barnstable in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 4,956 and a population density of 74 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,902 inhabitants.
The town was created 380 years ago in 1643.
Quick Facts about Eastham
| Population : | 4,902 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County : | Barnstable County |
| Postal code : | 02642 |
| Area : | 66.6 km2 |
| Altitude : | 49 feet / 15 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1644 (380 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 02:38:37 (25th April 2024) |
| Density : | 74 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -1.1% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Eastham is located at 41°49'48"N 69°58'26"W (41.8301100, -69.9739100).
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- Official Website
Official website of Eastham
Demographics
According to census records, the population of Eastham decreased by 1.1% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 4,956 | - | census |
| 2011 | 4,942 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 4,927 | -0.3% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 4,924 | -0.06% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 4,921 | -0.06% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 4,908 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 4,897 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,886 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,873 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,906 | 0.67% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,902 | -0.08% | estimation process |
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People born in Eastham (2)
People born in Eastham, including owner of the historic house in New Jersey Jedediah Higgins, Nicholas Snow, .
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Schools in Eastham
College & universities near Eastham, MA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 165194 | Cape Cod Community College | West Barnstable (MA) | 02668-1599 |
Stations (5)
Amtrak & bus stations near Eastham, MA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOS | South Station | 2 South Station | RAIL |
| RTE | Route 128 station | 50 University Ave | RAIL |
| BBY | Back Bay station | 145 Dartmouth St. | RAIL |
| BON | North Station | 100 Legends Way | RAIL |
| PVD | Providence station | 100 Gaspee Street | RAIL |
Post offices near Eastham
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Eastham Post Office | Eastham (MA) | 02642 |
Other cities in Barnstable County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Barnstable County , MA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Barnstable | 44,535 | A town in Barnstable County, Massachusetts. |
| Falmouth | 31,107 | Town in Massachusetts, United States |
| Yarmouth | 23,166 | City in Massachusetts |
| Sandwich | 20,151 | Human settlement in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States of America |
| Bourne | 19,743 | Town in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Mashpee | 14,266 | Town in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Hyannis | 14,120 | Village in town of Barnstable, Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Dennis | 13,890 | Town in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Harwich | 12,144 | Town on Cape Cod, in Barnstable County in the state of Massachusetts |
| South Yarmouth | 11,092 | Census-designated place in Barnstable County, Massachusetts |
| Brewster | 9,772 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Marstons Mills | 8,017 | City in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States of America |
| East Falmouth | 6,038 | Census-designated place in Barnstable County, Massachusetts |
| West Yarmouth | 6,012 | Census-designated place in Barnstable County, Massachusetts |
| Chatham | 5,994 | Town in Massachusetts, USA |
| Orleans | 5,802 | Town of Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Eastham distances to largest Massachusetts cities
