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ORLEANS
S TAT S
4 1 °4 7 ’ 2 3 ” N 6 9 ° 5 9 ’ 2 5 ” W
FORM OF
G O V E R N M E N T:
Open town meeting, Town
Secretary, Board of Selectmen.
1797
I N C O R P O R AT E D
5,788
T O TA L P O P U L AT I O N
2,718
F A M I LY
HOUSEHOLDS
From the fun and surf of Nauset Beach on the Atlantic to
the stunning sunsets and tidal pools of Skaket Beach on the
bay, Orleans is replete with aquatic opportunities. An early
economy based around salt and fish has led to a modern-day
emphasis on kayaking, paddle boarding, ecotourism, boating,
and other water sports. Landlubbers have plenty to relish as
well, with acres of forested woodlands, meadows, marshes,
and bogs in which to stroll, bike, birdwatch, and relax.
Generations of Orleans residents have enjoyed the
hidden gem that is the Outer Beach. Accessible only
in an approved Over sand vehicle and with a permit
from the Town of Orleans, this five-mile stretch of
2.11
AV E R A G E
HOUSEHOLD SIZE
82.7%
OWNER OCCUPIED
UNITS
south Nauset beach is a rare treat. Families and
friends park their 4x4s between ocean and dune to
delight in the stunning scenery and pounding surf.
The quiet residential streets of Orleans contain venerable
family compounds, cozy cottages, convenient condos,
and majestic beachfront estates, and many of the local
businesses are small independent shops with personalized
services. Commercial hubs include areas on both Route
6A and Route 28, with local seafood markets, a candlepin
bowling alley, and a craft brewery among the options for food
and fun.
KinlinGrover.com
EARNINGS
$73,778
MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD
INCOME
$45,720
P E R C A P I TA
INCOME
Courtesy of U.S. Census, American
Community Survey Program, Estimates
for 2019
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