Amherst Town, MA
Livability
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Bikeability
4/10
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Walkability
4/10
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Transit
4/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
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Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
9/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
- directions_run Walkability
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Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
- home Housing
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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
35,472
332.4M (US)
Median Age
21.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
43.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
73.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$65,938
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
73.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
50.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$454,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,207
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,401
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
39.9%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Hampshire County
3
Amherst Town-Northampton Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Hampshire County
2
Amherst Town-Northampton Metro Area
2
Massachusetts
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 15 | 21 |
| Feb | 3 | 13 | 24 |
| Mar | 4 | 10 | 32 |
| Apr | 4 | 3 | 44 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 47 |
| Nov | 4 | 3 | 38 |
| Dec | 4 | 12 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 72% of residents leaning left and 19% leaning right.
Liberal (73%) (19%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 13%Schools
The Common School
<1 miles, W
Fort River Elementary
<1 miles, NE
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2.8
Amherst Regional High
1 miles, N
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4.6
Crocker Farm Elementary
1 miles, SW
•
1.9
Colleges
Amherst College
<1 miles, N
•
4.1
University of Massachusetts-Amherst
2 miles, N
•
3.2
Hampshire College
3 miles, SW
•
1.9
Smith College
7 miles, W
•
2.8
Hospitals
Cooley Dickinson Hospital Inc,The
8 miles, W
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3.2
Holyoke Medical Center
13 miles, SW
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3.2
Baystate Wing Hospital
16 miles, S
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4.1
Baystate Franklin Medical Center
17 miles, N
•
3.2
Airports
Bradley International Airport
31 miles, SW
•
2.8
Worcester Regional Airport
33 miles, SE
•
1
Manchester Airport
67 miles, E
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1.4
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
71 miles, SE
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2.3