Dennis Port, Massachusetts facts for kids
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Dennis Port, Massachusetts
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Boardwalk to the Depot Street Beach
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Location in Barnstable County and the state of Massachusetts.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Barnstable |
| Town | Dennis |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.29 sq mi (8.53 km2) |
| • Land | 3.04 sq mi (7.87 km2) |
| • Water | 0.25 sq mi (0.66 km2) |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,487 |
| • Density | 1,147.79/sq mi (443.12/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
02639
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| Area code(s) | 508 |
| FIPS code | 25-16810 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0615825 |
Dennis Port (sometimes called Dennisport) is a charming place located in Massachusetts, a state in the United States. It's part of a larger town called Dennis. You can find Dennis Port on Cape Cod, which is a famous arm-shaped peninsula.
In 2020, about 3,487 people lived in Dennis Port. It's known for its beautiful, warm-water beaches along Nantucket Sound. These beaches, like Haigis Beach, Sea Street Beach, and Glendon Road Beach, are super popular for swimming and even windsurfing.
Dennis Port has a special feel, especially near the beaches. Many of the houses are older, built in the classic Cape Cod style. They look like cozy beach cottages. Even though some have been updated, the area still feels like a lovely, old-fashioned summer getaway. Because it's such a popular spot, you'll find lots of hotels and businesses ready for visitors.
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Exploring Dennis Port's Location
Dennis Port is located at a specific spot on the map: 41.663779 degrees north and 70.136576 degrees west. This helps us pinpoint its exact position.
How Big is Dennis Port?
This area covers about 3.3 square miles (8.5 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 3.0 square miles (7.8 square kilometers). The rest, about 0.25 square miles (0.7 square kilometers), is water.
Where is Dennis Port Located?
Dennis Port has clear borders. To its west, it meets West Dennis, separated by the Swan Pond River. To the east, it borders West Harwich. North of Dennis Port is South Dennis. Locals often say Dennis Port feels like it's part of the "Lower Cape Cod" region, even though other villages in Dennis are not.
Who Lives in Dennis Port?
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| 2020 | 3,487 | — | |
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In the year 2000, there were 3,612 people living in Dennis Port. These people lived in 1,719 households. A household is a group of people living together in one home.
Community Life
About 20% of the households had children under 18. Many households were married couples living together. Some households had a single female parent, and many were individuals living alone. The average household had about two people.
Age Groups in Dennis Port
The population in Dennis Port is spread out across different age groups.
- About 18% of the people were under 18 years old.
- Around 6% were young adults, aged 18 to 24.
- The largest group, about 28%, was between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 24% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- And about 24% were 65 years old or older.
The average age in Dennis Port was 43 years old.
Famous People from Dennis Port
Dennis Port has been home to some interesting people.
- Benjamin F. Baker: An important hero in the U.S. military.
- Susan H. Wixon (1839–1912): A writer, editor, and educator who supported new ideas and women's rights.
