Colrain 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
5/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
7/10
school
Colleges
5/10
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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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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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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
1,663
332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
35.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$86,429
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$267,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$718
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$869
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.8%
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 | 11 | 32 |
| Apr | 4 | 3 | 44 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 64 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 69 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 5 | 1 | 48 |
| Nov | 4 | 4 | 38 |
| Dec | 4 | 13 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 63% of residents leaning left and 28% leaning right.
Liberal (64%) (28%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 28%Schools
Colrain Central
2 miles, S
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2.3
Pearl E Rhodes Elementary
4 miles, SE
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3.2
Mohawk Trail Regional High
6 miles, SW
•
3.7
Buckland-Shelburne Regional
6 miles, SW
•
2.8
Colleges
Greenfield Community College
8 miles, S
•
1.4
Marlboro College
10 miles, N
•
1.4
Marlboro College Graduate & Professional Studies
10 miles, N
SIT Graduate Institute
15 miles, NE
Hospitals
Baystate Franklin Medical Center
9 miles, S
•
3.2
Brattleboro Memorial Hospital
13 miles, NE
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2.3
Brattleboro Retreat
13 miles, NE
Grace Cottage Hospital
25 miles, NE
Airports
Worcester Regional Airport
52 miles, SE
•
1
Bradley International Airport
52 miles, S
•
2.8
Albany International Airport
56 miles, NW
•
1.9
Manchester Airport
67 miles, E
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1.4