Orleans, Massachusetts
Orleans: town of Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States
About
Orleans is a town located in the county of Barnstable in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 5,890 and a population density of 100 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 5,802 inhabitants.
The town was created 333 years ago in 1692.
Quick Facts about Orleans
| Population | 5,802 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County | Barnstable County |
| Postal code | 02653 |
| Area | 58.7 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.7898,-69.9897 |
| Altitude | 59 feet / 18 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1693 (333 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 17:59:25 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 99 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -1.52% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 47℉ Rain Showers Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Orleans is located at 41°47'23"N 69°59'23"W (41.7898300, -69.9897400).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Orleans decreased by 1.52% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,890 | - | census |
| 2011 | 5,877 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 5,862 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 5,851 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 5,850 | -0.02% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 5,829 | -0.36% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 5,826 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 5,825 | -0.02% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 5,799 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 5,788 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 5,802 | 0.24% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Orleans
1Cape Escape Adventure Golf
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2Eldredge Park
77 Eldredge Park Way, Orleans, MA 02653, United States View details
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40 Keziahs Ln, Orleans, MA 02653, United States View details
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41 Old King's Hwy, Orleans, MA 02653, United States View details
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5Church of the Transfiguration
5 Bay View Dr, Orleans, MA 02653, United States View details
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Where to Stay in Orleans
1Rodeway Inn Orleans - Cape Cod
48 Cranberry Hwy, Orleans, MA 02653, United States View details
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Services and Civic Places in Orleans
1Orleans Chamber of Commerce
44 Main St, Orleans, MA 02653, United States View details
Phone: +15082557203 | Website available
People born in Orleans (3)
People born in Orleans, including engineer A. B. Rogers, academic administrator Burton Crosby Hallowell, politician George C. Higgins, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Orleans, MA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 165194 | Cape Cod Community College | West Barnstable (MA) | 02668-1599 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Orleans, MA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTE | Route 128 station | 50 University Ave | RAIL |
| BOS | South Station | 2 South Station | RAIL |
| BBY | Back Bay station | 145 Dartmouth St. | RAIL |
| BON | North Station | 100 Legends Way | RAIL |
| PVD | Providence station | 100 Gaspee Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Orleans.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Orlean Post Office | Orleans (MA) | 02653 |
Other places with the same name (7)
- Orleans, Michigan township of Michigan with a population of 2,836 people.
- Orleans, New York town in New York, United States with a population of 2,658 people.
- Orleans, Indiana town in Indiana, USA with a population of 2,107 people.
- Orleans, Vermont village in Barton, Vermont, United States with a population of 712 people.
- Orleans, Iowa city in Dickinson County, Iowa, USA with a population of 614 people.
- Orleans, Iowa city in Dickinson County, Iowa, USA with a population of 591 people.
- Orleans, Nebraska village in Nebraska, USA with a population of 363 people.
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 |
| Yarmouth Port | 5,320 | Census designated place |
Distance to Other Cities
Orleans distances to largest Massachusetts cities