Bernardston Town, MA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
7/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- 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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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- 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
2,079
332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
30.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$78,427
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$305,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$675
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$850
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Franklin County
4
Greenfield Urban 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
Franklin County
2
Greenfield Urban Area
2
Massachusetts
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 17 | 21 |
| Feb | 3 | 12 | 24 |
| Mar | 4 | 10 | 32 |
| Apr | 4 | 3 | 43 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 68 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 48 |
| Nov | 4 | 4 | 37 |
| Dec | 4 | 13 | 26 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 62% of residents leaning left and 29% leaning right.
Liberal (63%) (29%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 31%Schools
Bernardston Elementary
2 miles, SW
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2.3
Full Circle Elementary School Inc
2 miles, SE
Pearl E Rhodes Elementary
3 miles, W
•
3.2
Northfield Mount Hermon School
4 miles, SE
•
5
Colleges
Greenfield Community College
7 miles, SW
•
1.4
Marlboro College Graduate & Professional Studies
13 miles, N
Marlboro College
14 miles, N
•
1.4
SIT Graduate Institute
14 miles, N
Hospitals
Baystate Franklin Medical Center
7 miles, SW
•
3.2
Brattleboro Memorial Hospital
10 miles, N
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2.3
Brattleboro Retreat
10 miles, N
Athol Memorial Hospital
19 miles, SE
•
3.2
Airports
Worcester Regional Airport
46 miles, SE
•
1
Bradley International Airport
52 miles, SW
•
2.8
Manchester Airport
59 miles, E
•
1.4
Albany International Airport
63 miles, NW
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1.9