Popponesset Island, Massachusetts facts for kids
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Popponesset Island
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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 | Mashpee |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.38 sq mi (0.99 km2) |
| • Land | 0.07 sq mi (0.19 km2) |
| • Water | 0.31 sq mi (0.80 km2) |
| Elevation | 0 ft (0 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 45 |
| • Density | 625.00/sq mi (241.42/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 25-55090 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2378206 |
Popponesset Island is a small island located in Mashpee, a town in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States. It is also known as a census-designated place (CDP). A CDP is a special area created by the United States Census Bureau for collecting population data. In 2020, only 45 people lived on Popponesset Island.
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Where is Popponesset Island Located?
Popponesset Island is found in the southeastern part of Mashpee. It sits within Popponesset Bay, which is a part of Nantucket Sound. A narrow waterway called Popponesset Creek separates the island from the main part of Cape Cod.
To the west of the island, across Popponesset Creek, is the area known as New Seabury. The Popponesset area is to the southwest. Across Popponesset Bay, to the northeast, you'll find the town of Barnstable.
The United States Census Bureau reports that Popponesset Island covers about 0.38 square miles (1.0 square kilometer). Most of this area, about 81%, is water, with only 0.07 square miles (0.19 square kilometers) being land.
A Brief History of Popponesset Island
Popponesset Island has a unique history, especially during World War II. At that time, the island was used as a training ground. Soldiers practiced what are called amphibious assaults there. This means they learned how to attack from the sea onto land.
Who Lives on Popponesset Island?
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| 2020 | 45 | — | |
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In 2020, the population of Popponesset Island was 45 people. Back in 2000, there were 39 people living in 19 households. Most of the people living there were White.
The island had a mix of families and single people. About 15.8% of households had children under 18. Many households (57.9%) were married couples. The average household had about two people.
The population on the island tends to be older. In 2000, about 35.9% of the people were aged 45 to 64, and another 35.9% were 65 or older. The median age was 58 years old.
See also
In Spanish: Popponesset Island para niños
