Greenfield, MA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
7/10
school
Colleges
5/10
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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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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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- 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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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
17,662
332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
37.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$53,961
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$252,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$779
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$952
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.6%
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 | 13 | 23 |
| Mar | 4 | 12 | 32 |
| Apr | 4 | 4 | 44 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 4 | 1 | 47 |
| Nov | 4 | 3 | 37 |
| Dec | 4 | 14 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 67% of residents leaning left and 25% leaning right.
Liberal (68%) (26%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 24%Schools
Stoneleigh-Burnham School
<1 miles, E
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5
Discovery School at Four Corners
<1 miles, SE
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2.8
Greenfield High
<1 miles, S
•
3.7
Colleges
Greenfield Community College
2 miles, W
•
1.4
University of Massachusetts-Amherst
16 miles, S
•
3.2
Marlboro College Graduate & Professional Studies
17 miles, N
Marlboro College
17 miles, N
•
1.4
Hospitals
Baystate Franklin Medical Center
1 miles, S
•
3.2
Brattleboro Memorial Hospital
16 miles, NE
•
2.3
Brattleboro Retreat
16 miles, NE
Cooley Dickinson Hospital Inc,The
20 miles, SW
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3.2
Airports
Worcester Regional Airport
44 miles, SE
•
1
Bradley International Airport
47 miles, SW
•
2.8
Albany International Airport
62 miles, NW
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1.9
Manchester Airport
63 miles, E
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1.4