Shelburne Falls, MA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
7/10
school
Colleges
6/10
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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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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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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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- 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
1,755
332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
45.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$52,604
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$296,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$825
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$965
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.1%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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 | 2 | 17 | 21 |
| Feb | 2 | 13 | 23 |
| Mar | 4 | 11 | 32 |
| Apr | 4 | 4 | 44 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Oct | 4 | 1 | 47 |
| Nov | 4 | 4 | 38 |
| Dec | 4 | 14 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 70% of residents leaning left and 22% leaning right.
Liberal (71%) (22%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 20%Schools
Buckland-Shelburne Regional
<1 miles, SE
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2.8
Mohawk Trail Regional High
<1 miles, N
•
3.7
Colrain Central
5 miles, NE
•
2.3
Four Rivers Charter Public School
6 miles, SE
•
4.6
Colleges
Greenfield Community College
6 miles, SE
•
1.4
Marlboro College
16 miles, NE
•
1.4
Marlboro College Graduate & Professional Studies
16 miles, NE
Charles H McCann Technical School
18 miles, NW
Hospitals
Baystate Franklin Medical Center
8 miles, SE
•
3.2
Brattleboro Memorial Hospital
18 miles, NE
•
2.3
Brattleboro Retreat
19 miles, NE
Cooley Dickinson Hospital Inc,The
20 miles, S
•
3.2
Airports
Bradley International Airport
46 miles, S
•
2.8
Worcester Regional Airport
50 miles, SE
•
1
Albany International Airport
54 miles, NW
•
1.9
Manchester Airport
70 miles, E
•
1.4