Pittsfield, MA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
4/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- 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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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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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
43,559
332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
34.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$68,386
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$233,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$734
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$880
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.9%
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 | 2 | 16 | 20 |
| Feb | 2 | 13 | 23 |
| Mar | 4 | 10 | 32 |
| Apr | 4 | 2 | 44 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 63 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 47 |
| Nov | 4 | 2 | 37 |
| Dec | 3 | 14 | 26 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 72% of residents leaning left and 22% leaning right.
Liberal (73%) (22%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 24%Schools
Silvio O Conte Community
<1 miles, NW
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1.4
Crosby
<1 miles, W
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1
Pittsfield High
<1 miles, SE
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4.6
Taconic High
<1 miles, NW
•
4.6
Colleges
Mildred Elley-Pittsfield Campus
<1 miles, SE
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1
Berkshire Community College
3 miles, NW
•
1.4
Charles H McCann Technical School
17 miles, NE
Bard College at Simon's Rock
18 miles, SW
•
1.4
Hospitals
Berkshire Medical Center
<1 miles, E
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2.3
Fairview Hospital
19 miles, SW
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5
Samaritan Hospital
28 miles, NW
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2.3
The Burdett Care Center
28 miles, NW
Airports
Albany International Airport
34 miles, NW
•
1.9
Bradley International Airport
46 miles, S
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2.8
Worcester Regional Airport
72 miles, SE
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1
New York Stewart International Airport
78 miles, SW
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1