Cape Cod’s Towns

Cape Cod towns are fiercely independent and each one has its own flavor and advantages as a place to live. The Cape is home to about 200,000 year-round residents and attracts crowds of summer residents and visitors, usually between Memorial Day to Labor Day. Although life on Cape Cod quiets down after Labor Day, residents continue to enjoy the beauty and unique culture the Cape offers.

There are 15 towns in Cape Cod, the largest being Barnstable. The Cape is commonly thought of in four sections. The Upper Cape includes Bourne, Sandwich, Falmouth, and Mashpee. These towns, like Bourne and Sandwich, are ideal for residents commuting to Boston for work, or even weekend fun! Barnstable, Yarmouth, and Dennis make up the Mid-Cape. The Lower Cape includes Harwich, Brewster, and Chatham. The Outer Cape includes all other towns - Provincetown, Truro, Wellfleet, Orleans, and Eastham. The Outer Cape is a tranquil place during the off-season and is ideal for residents looking for a slower pace from Fall to early Spring. There are a number of villages within each town and each shares a strong sense of community and cultural ties.