Sunderland Town, MA
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
4/10
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Transit
4/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
9/10
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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Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
- 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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Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
- home Housing
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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- 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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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- 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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
3,653
332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
40.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
61.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$61,442
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$391,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$928
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,469
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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 | 4 | 15 | 21 |
| Feb | 3 | 12 | 24 |
| Mar | 4 | 11 | 32 |
| Apr | 4 | 3 | 44 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 64 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 47 |
| Nov | 4 | 3 | 38 |
| Dec | 4 | 13 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 66% of residents leaning left and 25% leaning right.
Liberal (67%) (25%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 23%Schools
Sunderland Elementary
2 miles, W
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3.2
Leverett Elementary
2 miles, SE
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4.1
Frontier Regional
3 miles, NW
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4.1
Deerfield Elementary
3 miles, NW
•
2.8
Colleges
University of Massachusetts-Amherst
6 miles, S
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3.2
Amherst College
7 miles, S
•
4.1
Hampshire College
10 miles, S
•
1.9
Greenfield Community College
10 miles, N
•
1.4
Hospitals
Baystate Franklin Medical Center
9 miles, N
•
3.2
Cooley Dickinson Hospital Inc,The
11 miles, SW
•
3.2
Holyoke Medical Center
19 miles, SW
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3.2
Athol Memorial Hospital
19 miles, E
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3.2
Airports
Worcester Regional Airport
37 miles, SE
•
1
Bradley International Airport
37 miles, SW
•
2.8
Manchester Airport
65 miles, E
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1.4
Albany International Airport
67 miles, NW
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1.9