Berkshire County, MA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
4/10
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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- 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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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- 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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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- 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
128,047
332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
38.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$72,565
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$283,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$767
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$861
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Pittsfield Metro Area
5
Massachusetts
4
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Pittsfield Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
3
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 16 | 21 |
| Feb | 3 | 12 | 24 |
| Mar | 3 | 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 | 4 | 0 | 48 |
| Nov | 4 | 3 | 38 |
| Dec | 3 | 13 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 70% of residents leaning left and 24% leaning right.
Liberal (71%) (24%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 26%Schools
Lenox Memorial High
2 miles, W
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4.6
The Montessori School of the Berkshires
3 miles, SW
Berkshire Christian Schools
4 miles, W
Miss Hall's
4 miles, N
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5
Colleges
Mildred Elley-Pittsfield Campus
6 miles, N
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1
Berkshire Community College
8 miles, N
•
1.4
Bard College at Simon's Rock
14 miles, SW
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1.4
Charles H McCann Technical School
21 miles, NE
Hospitals
Berkshire Medical Center
6 miles, N
•
2.3
Fairview Hospital
15 miles, SW
•
5
Cooley Dickinson Hospital Inc,The
29 miles, SE
•
3.2
Baystate Noble Hospital
29 miles, SE
•
3.2
Airports
Albany International Airport
40 miles, NW
•
1.9
Bradley International Airport
40 miles, S
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2.8
Worcester Regional Airport
69 miles, SE
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1
New York Stewart International Airport
75 miles, SW
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1