Lee, MA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
3/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
4/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- 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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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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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- 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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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
1,522
332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
35.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
45.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$70,306
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$265,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$975
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$476
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.3%
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 | 16 | 23 |
| Feb | 3 | 12 | 25 |
| Mar | 4 | 10 | 34 |
| Apr | 4 | 3 | 46 |
| 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 69% of residents leaning left and 25% leaning right.
Liberal (70%) (25%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 26%Schools
St Mary's School
<1 miles, E
Lee Middle/High School
<1 miles, SE
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4.1
Lee Elementary
<1 miles, SE
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2.8
The Montessori School of the Berkshires
2 miles, N
Colleges
Bard College at Simon's Rock
9 miles, SW
•
1.4
Mildred Elley-Pittsfield Campus
10 miles, N
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1
Berkshire Community College
11 miles, N
•
1.4
Charles H McCann Technical School
26 miles, NE
Hospitals
Fairview Hospital
10 miles, SW
•
5
Berkshire Medical Center
10 miles, NE
•
2.3
Columbia Memorial Hospital
27 miles, W
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1.4
Baystate Noble Hospital
28 miles, SE
•
3.2
Airports
Bradley International Airport
39 miles, SE
•
2.8
Albany International Airport
42 miles, N
•
1.9
Worcester Regional Airport
70 miles, SE
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1
New York Stewart International Airport
71 miles, SW
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1