Williamstown, 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
9/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
4/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
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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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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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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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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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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
4,352
332.4M (US)
Median Age
21.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
74.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$82,917
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
13 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
41.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$436,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,109
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,099
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.7%
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 | 3 | 17 | 21 |
| Feb | 3 | 12 | 24 |
| Mar | 3 | 11 | 33 |
| Apr | 4 | 3 | 45 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 48 |
| Nov | 4 | 4 | 38 |
| Dec | 3 | 14 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 72% of residents leaning left and 20% leaning right.
Liberal (73%) (20%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 16%Schools
Williamstown Elementary
<1 miles, NE
Williamstown Elementary
<1 miles, NE
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4.6
Buxton School
<1 miles, W
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5
Pine Cobble School
<1 miles, SW
Colleges
Williams College
<1 miles, N
•
4.1
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
5 miles, SE
•
1.9
Charles H McCann Technical School
6 miles, SE
Southern Vermont College
11 miles, N
•
1.9
Hospitals
Southwestern Vermont Medical Center
11 miles, N
•
4.1
Berkshire Medical Center
18 miles, SW
•
2.3
Samaritan Hospital
24 miles, NW
•
2.3
The Burdett Care Center
24 miles, NW
Airports
Albany International Airport
31 miles, NW
•
1.9
Bradley International Airport
59 miles, S
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2.8
Worcester Regional Airport
74 miles, SE
•
1
Manchester Airport
91 miles, E
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1.4