Cheshire, 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
7/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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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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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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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
584
332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
42.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
31.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$66,953
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$205,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$334
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$729
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.9%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Berkshire County
5
Pittsfield Metro Area
5
Massachusetts
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Berkshire County
3
Pittsfield Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 18 | 20 |
| Feb | 3 | 14 | 23 |
| Mar | 4 | 12 | 31 |
| Apr | 4 | 4 | 44 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 63 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Oct | 4 | 1 | 47 |
| Nov | 4 | 4 | 38 |
| Dec | 4 | 15 | 26 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 71% of residents leaning left and 23% leaning right.
Liberal (72%) (23%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 26%Schools
Hoosac Valley Middle School
3 miles, E
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1.4
Hoosac Valley High School
3 miles, E
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3.7
Berkshire Hills Sda School
4 miles, SW
Hoosac Valley Elementary School
4 miles, NE
•
1.4
Colleges
Charles H McCann Technical School
8 miles, NE
Mildred Elley-Pittsfield Campus
9 miles, SW
•
1
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
10 miles, NE
•
1.9
Berkshire Community College
10 miles, W
•
1.4
Hospitals
Berkshire Medical Center
8 miles, SW
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2.3
Southwestern Vermont Medical Center
22 miles, N
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4.1
Fairview Hospital
28 miles, SW
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5
Samaritan Hospital
28 miles, NW
•
2.3
Airports
Albany International Airport
35 miles, NW
•
1.9
Bradley International Airport
50 miles, S
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2.8
Worcester Regional Airport
69 miles, SE
•
1
New York Stewart International Airport
88 miles, SW
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1