Information on Chatham, Barnstable County
The Town of Chatham is located in the state of Massachusetts, in Barnstable County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Chatham Town HALL, Barnstable County
| Chatham Town Hall's address | Chatham Chatham Municipal Building 549 Main St. Chatham MA 02633 United States | |
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| Phone number of Chatham Town Hall | +1 508-945-5101 | |
| Chatham, MA email | Not available | |
| Chatham official website | Not available | |
| Mayor of Chatham | ||
| Barnstable County, Massachusetts: Vital Records | Chatham vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your Massachusetts birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Chatham
What county is Chatham MA in?Chatham, MA is located in Barnstable County |
Where is Chatham, Massachusetts ?Chatham is located in Barnstable County on Cape Cod, at the southeastern edge of Massachusetts, United States. Positioned at the elbow of Cape Cod, Chatham is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the east. It lies southeast of the major municipality of Barnstable and is near the Cape Cod National Seashore. |
What is the cost of living in Chatham MA ?The cost of living in Chatham, Massachusetts (Barnstable County) is relatively high. Housing costs average around $800,000 for homes, while monthly rent can exceed $2,000. Transportation expenses average $1,200 annually, and grocery prices are about 15% above the national average, making it an expensive place to live. |
Chatham administrative division
| Country | United States |
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| Commonwealth | Massachusetts |
| County | Barnstable - other counties in Massachusetts |
Chatham building department, MA
If you're planning a construction project in Chatham, MA, obtaining the necessary permits is a critical step. To get started, you'll need to submit your application to the Building Department, conveniently located in the Chatham Town Offices. Here, you can get all the assistance you need regarding the specific requirements and documentation necessary for your project. It's advisable to reach out to the office directly to gather detailed information about the associated costs and anticipate the processing times for approvals. Taking these steps ensures a smooth permitting process, allowing your project to move forward without unnecessary delays.
| Office | Chatham Building Department |
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| City | Chatham |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Address | 261 George Ryder Road, Chatham, MA 02633 |
| Phone | 508-945-5168 |
| Website | https://www.chatham-ma.gov/building-department |
Demography of Chatham
| Name of Chatham inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 6 125 inhabitants | 225 / 3 982 | ||
| Population density in Chatham | 251,3 pop/sq mi (97,0 pop/km²) | |||
Air quality
| Chatham Air Quality Today | 24 (Good) |
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Events nearby
 | Taj Mahal w/ Keb' Mo' | 2025-06-01 at Cape Cod Melody Tent | |
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| Cole Swindell | 2025-06-12 at Cape Cod Melody Tent | ||
| Joe Russo's Almost Dead | 2025-06-13 at Cape Cod Melody Tent | ||
| Happy Together Tour | 2025-06-15 at Cape Cod Melody Tent | ||
| The Movement w/ Tribal Seeds | 2025-06-26 at Cape Cod Melody Tent | ||
| Brothers Osborne | 2025-06-27 at Cape Cod Melody Tent | ||
| Beach Boys | 2025-06-28 at Cape Cod Melody Tent |
List of Passport Facilities in Chatham, MA
This Town does not have a passport office, but we suggest the following facilities near Chatham, MA
| Name | Street | Phone number |
|---|---|---|
| HARWICH COMMUNITY CENTER | 100 OAK STREET | 5084307568 |
| TOWN OF ORLEANS - ASSESSORS DEPARTMENT | 19 SCHOOL ROAD | 5082403700 |
| BREWSTER POST OFFICE | 260 UNDERPASS RD | 5088968377 |
| BARNSTABLE POST OFFICE | 3230 MAIN ST | 5083622413 |
| SALTMARSH SENIOR CENTER | 81 WASHINGTON STREET | 5083257559 |
| MASHPEE POST OFFICE | 11 MARKET ST | 5084774852 |
| MASHPEE TOWN CLERK | 16 GREAT NECK ROAD NORTH | 5085391418 |
| PROVINCETOWN POST OFFICE | 219 COMMERCIAL ST. | 5084870368 |
| FALMOUTH POST OFFICE | 120 MAIN STREET | 5084570158 |
| DUKES COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT | 81 MAIN STREET | 5086274668 |
| PLYMOUTH POST OFFICE | 100 LONG POND ROAD | 5087466446 |
| WAREHAM POST OFFICE | 248 MAIN STREET | 5082950968 |
| WEST TISBURY FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1042 STATE ROAD | 5086933366 |
| CARVER PUBLIC LIBRARY | 2 MEADOWBROOK WAY | 5088663415 |
| DUXBURY POST OFFICE | 56 DEPOT STREET | 7819345185 |
Top 3 most popular banks in Chatham
There are 2 bank branches in Chatham.
Rockland Trust Company is the most popular bank in Chatham with 1 branch offices, followed by The Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank with 1 branch offices.
Find below all bank branches in Chatham:
| Bank's name | Number of branch offices | Service Type |
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| Rockland Trust Company | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| The Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
Chatham administrative numbers
| Chatham Town code | 2512995 |
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| Chatham Town postcode | 02633 |
Transportation modes in Chatham
| Airport | Barnstable Municipal Airport 16 miles Otis Air National Guard Base 28.5 miles Nantucket Memorial Airport 29.4 miles |
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Chatham territory
| Chatham area | 24,37 sq mi (63,13 km²) |
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| Chatham altitude | 13 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 41.6718 Longitude: -69.9705 Latitude: 41° 40' 18'' North Longitude: 69° 58' 14'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -5:00 (America/New_York) Summer time : UTC -4:00 Winter time : UTC -5:00 |
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| Namesake of Chatham |
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| Natural parks | Chatham isn't part of a natural park |
What is Chatham close to?
Leaflet | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
| Nearby cities include: Harwich, Orleans, Brewster and Dennis | ||
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| Harwich | Harwich | Orleans |
| Harwich |  | Orleans |
| Barnstable | Barnstable | |
| Harwich 5.4 miles | Orleans 6.1 miles | Brewster 7.3 miles |
| Dennis 10.3 miles | Eastham 11.7 miles | Yarmouth 13.2 miles |
| Wellfleet 17.2 miles | Barnstable 20 miles | Truro 24.1 miles |
| Sandwich 26.8 miles | Nantucket 27.1 miles | Mashpee 27.2 miles |
| Provincetown 29 miles | ||
Distance between Chatham and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 2663 miles | Houston : 1638 miles | Philadelphia : 294 miles closest |
| Phoenix : 2350 miles | San Antonio : 1804 miles | San Diego : 2635 miles |
| Dallas : 1590 miles | San Jose : 2743 miles | Jacksonville : 1019 miles |
| Indianapolis : 857 miles | San Francisco : 2793 miles | Austin : 1732 miles |
| Columbus : 691 miles | Fort Worth : 1620 miles | Charlotte : 738 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Schools in Chatham, MA
Elementary schools in Chatham
Chatham Elementary School
District of Monomoy Regional School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 4
Students : 273
Middle schools in Chatham
Monomoy Regional Middle School
District of Monomoy Regional School DistrictLowest grade : 5, Highest grade : 7
Students : 426
Leisure and activities in Chatham surrounding area
| Golf course | |
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| Chatham Seaside Links | Eastward Ho Country Club |
| Cape Cod National Golf Club to Brewster 4.6 miles | Captains Golf Course - Port to Brewster 5.2 miles |
| Cranberry Valley Golf Course to Harwich 5.3 miles | Ocean Edge Resort & Club on Cape Cod to Brewster 7.8 miles |
| Dennis Pines Golf Course to Dennis 10.3 miles | Dennis Highlands Golf Course to Dennis 11.6 miles |
| Chequessett Yacht & Country Club to Wellfleet 18.4 miles | |