Southbridge Town, MA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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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
4/10
local_library
Schools
1/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
8/10
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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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
17,806
332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
17.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$59,397
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$267,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$833
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$950
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Worcester County
4
Worcester Metro 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
Worcester County
3
Worcester Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 13 | 24 |
| Feb | 3 | 10 | 27 |
| Mar | 4 | 7 | 35 |
| Apr | 4 | 2 | 46 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 4 | 2 | 40 |
| Dec | 4 | 9 | 30 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.
Liberal (54%) (42%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 45%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, MA Worcester and Hampden District, MA 6th Worcester District, MASchools
Eastford Road
<1 miles, N
Southbridge Academy
1 miles, N
Trinity Catholic Academy
2 miles, N
West Street
2 miles, N
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1
Colleges
Nichols College
5 miles, SE
•
2.8
College of the Holy Cross
17 miles, NE
•
4.6
Clark University
17 miles, NE
•
2.8
Hospitals
Harrington Memorial Hospital-1
1 miles, N
•
3.2
Day Kimball Hospital
12 miles, S
•
3.2
Baystate Wing Hospital
17 miles, NW
•
4.1
St Vincent Hospital
19 miles, NE
•
2.3
Airports
Worcester Regional Airport
16 miles, NE
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1
Bradley International Airport
34 miles, W
•
2.8
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
39 miles, SE
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2.3
General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport
57 miles, E
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4.1