Dudley Town, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
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
11,886 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,179 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$372,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$679 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,038 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.1% 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 4 13 24
Feb 3 10 27
Mar 4 8 35
Apr 4 2 45
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 5 0 50
Nov 4 2 41
Dec 4 10 30

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%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MA Worcester and Hampden District, MA 6th Worcester District, MA
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Schools

Shepherd Hill Regional High
<1 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Dudley Middle School
1 miles, E • 2.8 star
Dudley Elementary
2 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Nichols College
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
College of the Holy Cross
14 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Clark University
15 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Harrington Memorial Hospital-1
6 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Day Kimball Hospital
10 miles, S • 3.2 star
St Vincent Hospital
16 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Worcester Regional Airport
15 miles, NE • 1 star
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
35 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Bradley International Airport
39 miles, W • 2.8 star
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