Spencer Town, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 10/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Education Hub. The area boasts numerous high-quality colleges and universities within close proximity, offering a wide range of academic opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
11,961 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,086 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$368,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$797 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$841 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.8% 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 3 14 24
Feb 3 11 27
Mar 4 8 35
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 5 0 49
Nov 4 2 40
Dec 4 10 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (47%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MA Worcester and Hampshire District, MA 5th Worcester District, MA
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Schools

Knox Trail Middle School
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
David Prouty High
<1 miles, E • 4.6 star
Wire Village School
1 miles, E • 1.9 star
East Brookfield Elementary
2 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Anna Maria College
7 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Worcester State University
8 miles, E • 2.8 star
Clark University
9 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

St Vincent Hospital
10 miles, E • 2.3 star
Harrington Memorial Hospital-1
12 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Worcester Regional Airport
6 miles, E • 1 star
Bradley International Airport
41 miles, W • 2.8 star
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