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Dartmouth, MA
Dartmouth · MA 02714
Updated October 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$700K
Median Price
39/100
Walk Score
7.9/10
Schools
92 min
to Boston, MA
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
BSafety
78/100
BSchools
79/100
B+Quietness
80/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
39/100
WYLT Score59/100
Our Take
Dartmouth offers a quiet, family‑friendly coastal environment with solid schools and low crime, but it’s a long drive into Boston and public transit options are limited. The high cost of homes and rent is the main trade‑off for the relaxed lifestyle.
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The Good
- ✓Beautiful coastal setting with parks and beaches
- ✓Highly rated public schools and low crime rates
- ✓Strong sense of community and family‑friendly atmosphere
- ✓Abundant outdoor recreation opportunities
Real Talk
- !Commute to Boston is roughly 92 minutes by car, with no reliable daily commuter rail option
- !Limited pedestrian and bike infrastructure makes the area car‑dependent
- !High cost of housing and rental market can strain budgets
- !Seasonal tourist influx can make streets and services busy in summer
- $Elevated property taxes for Cape Cod municipalities
- $Possible HOA dues if living in planned communities
- $Higher insurance premiums due to coastal location and seasonal weather
Best For
Families looking for a safe, educational communityRetirees wanting a peaceful coastal lifestyleOutdoor enthusiasts who enjoy water sports and hikingRemote workers who can tolerate a longer commute
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Dartmouth, MA
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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