Worcester, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 10/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
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
205,501 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,544 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$339,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$862 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,195 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
39.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 9 35
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 4 0 50
Nov 4 2 40
Dec 4 10 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 58% of residents leaning left and 36% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (37%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 37%
Hillary Clinton 57%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MA First Worcester District, MA 13th Worcester District, MA
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Schools

Elm Park Community
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Chandler Elementary Community
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Becker College
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Rob Roy Academy-Worcester
<1 miles, S • 1 star
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
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Hospitals

St Vincent Hospital
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Worcester Regional Airport
4 miles, W • 1 star
Manchester Airport
50 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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