Great Barrington Town, MA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
2/10
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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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- 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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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
7,184
332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
48.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$82,484
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$474,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,071
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,121
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.2%
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 | 15 | 22 |
| Feb | 3 | 12 | 25 |
| Mar | 4 | 9 | 33 |
| Apr | 4 | 3 | 45 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 49 |
| Nov | 4 | 3 | 39 |
| Dec | 4 | 12 | 28 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 68% of residents leaning left and 25% leaning right.
Liberal (69%) (25%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 25%Schools
Monument Valley Regional Middle School
2 miles, NE
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2.3
Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School
2 miles, NE
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2.8
Berkshire Meadows
2 miles, NW
Monument Mt Regional High
2 miles, NE
•
5
Colleges
Bard College at Simon's Rock
2 miles, W
•
1.4
Mildred Elley-Pittsfield Campus
16 miles, NE
•
1
Berkshire Community College
16 miles, NE
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1.4
Columbia-Greene Community College
25 miles, W
•
1.9
Hospitals
Fairview Hospital
3 miles, SW
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5
Berkshire Medical Center
17 miles, NE
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2.3
Columbia Memorial Hospital
23 miles, NW
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1.4
Sharon Hospital
25 miles, SW
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5
Airports
Bradley International Airport
39 miles, SE
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2.8
Albany International Airport
44 miles, N
•
1.9
New York Stewart International Airport
64 miles, SW
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1
Tweed-New Haven Airport
70 miles, S
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1