Athol, MA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- 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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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
8,711
332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
21.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$61,742
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$227,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$655
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$723
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Worcester County
4
Worcester Metro Area
4
Massachusetts
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Worcester County
3
Worcester Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 18 | 21 |
| Feb | 3 | 13 | 24 |
| Mar | 4 | 12 | 33 |
| Apr | 4 | 4 | 45 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 48 |
| Nov | 4 | 3 | 38 |
| Dec | 4 | 13 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right.
Liberal (52%) (43%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 48%Schools
Athol High
2 miles, SE
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4.6
Athol Community Elementary School
2 miles, S
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1.4
Athol-Royalston Middle School
2 miles, S
•
1.9
Ralph C Mahar Regional
4 miles, W
•
3.7
Colleges
Mount Wachusett Community College
12 miles, E
•
1.4
Franklin Pierce University
16 miles, NE
•
1.9
Monty Tech
19 miles, SE
Greenfield Community College
20 miles, NW
•
1.4
Hospitals
Athol Memorial Hospital
1 miles, SE
•
3.2
Heywood Hospital -
12 miles, SE
•
3.2
Baystate Franklin Medical Center
18 miles, NW
•
3.2
Healthalliance Hospitals, Inc
24 miles, SE
•
3.2
Airports
Worcester Regional Airport
29 miles, S
•
1
Manchester Airport
47 miles, E
•
1.4
Bradley International Airport
51 miles, SW
•
2.8
General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport
64 miles, SE
•
4.1