Amherst Town, MA

Massachusetts · Hampshire County · Amherst Town-Northampton Metro

Amherst Town is a mid-size city in Massachusetts with a population of 35,472. Residents earn $65,938 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0

B Good

35,472 Population 1,284/sq mi density

$65,938 Median Income $29,347 per capita

$454,000 Home Value $470,511 Zillow

$1,570 Median Rent 41.8% income on rent

48°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr

250 Violent Crime/100K 437 property/100K

Overall

3.2 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.9 / 5.0

$65,938 median income, 4.8% unemployment

C+

Affordability

2.8 / 5.0

$454,000 home value, $1,570/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

250 violent crimes/100K (34% below avg)

A+

Education

5.0 / 5.0

73.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $65,938

12% lower than US avg

Home Value $454,000

61% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 250/100K

34% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 73.8%

119% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,570

35% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 24.5%

24% lower than US avg

Unemployment 4.8%

33% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.7%

70% lower than US avg

How Amherst Town Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population35,472

Median Age21.3 yrs

Density1,284/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 68%

Veterans1.3%

Economy

B+

Median Income$65,938

Per Capita$29,347

Unemployment4.8%

Poverty3.7%

County GDP$10,389M

Commute19 min

Housing

C+

Home Value$454,000

Rent$1,570

Ownership45.9%

Zillow$470,511

Housing Units9,550

Rent Burden41.8%

Crime

Violent250/100K

Property437/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault174/100K

Burglary139/100K

Health

Obesity24.5%

Uninsured4.8%

Smoking11.5%

Depression26.1%

Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI37 (Good)

Rain46.6 in/yr

Sunny Days246/yr

Elevation266 ft (81 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+73.8%

High School+97.1%

Graduate+48.7%

School Score6.55

Community

2024 VoteR 28% / D 70%

Commute19 min

Broadband92.3%

EV Stations8

Libraries25

Is Amherst Town a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Amherst Town receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Amherst Town offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Amherst Town is $65,938, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Amherst Town is $454,000, making it a premium housing market at 61% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,570 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Amherst Town is below the national average at 250 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 437 per 100,000, 78% below the national average.

Education

Amherst Town is a highly educated community / 73.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Amherst Town experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 36.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Amherst Town has a population of 35,472 with a density of 1,284 people per square mile, spread across 27.6 square miles. The median age is 21.3 years, 45% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.9% female and 48.1% male. The city is predominantly White (67.9%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 4.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 79.2% of residents, while 20.8% speak Spanish. 1.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 8.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 97.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

35,472

Total Population

1,284

People / sq mi

21.3yrs

Median Age

45% below US avg

27.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%

Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Amherst Town vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 79.2%

1% above US avg

Spanish 20.8%

55% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Amherst Town vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Amherst Town is $65,938, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,347 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,192, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 4,928 business establishments, including 384 restaurants. The cost of living index is 105.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 19.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Amherst Town vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$65,938
	12% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$29,347
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,192
IRS Avg AGI	$87,508
Gini Index	0.461 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.8%
	33% above US avg
Poverty Rate	3.7%
	70% below US avg
Establishments (County)	4,928
County GDP	$10,389M

Business (County)

Restaurants	384
Healthcare	456
Retail	493
Manufacturing	138

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,350
	110% above US avg
Cost of Living	105.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	19.0 min
Drive Alone	42.1%
Public Transit	8.2%
Work from Home	19.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Amherst Town is $454,000, 61% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $470,511. Homes sell for 99.3% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,570 (35% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,822 for a one-bedroom to $2,300 for a two-bedroom apartment. 45.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 9,550 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $7,350 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 41.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$454,000
	61% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$470,511
Median List Price	$480,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$480,000
$/Sq Ft	$373
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	99.3%
Price Drops	6.7%
Inventory	15

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,570
	35% above US avg
Rent Burden	41.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,727
1 Bedroom	$1,822
2 Bedrooms	$2,300
3 Bedrooms	$2,858
4 Bedrooms	$3,232

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	45.9%
Owner-Occupied	45.9%
Renter-Occupied	54.1%
Housing Units	9,550
Median Year Built	1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,350
	110% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.62%

In Amherst Town, 24.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 27.5% have high blood pressure. 11.5% are current smokers. 15.7% report binge drinking. 19.6% are physically inactive, below the national average. 26.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.0% experience frequent mental distress. 4.8% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:781. The dentist ratio is 1:1,311. 92.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Amherst Town vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	24.5%
	24% below US avg
Diabetes	9.1%
Heart Disease	5.3%
High Blood Pressure	27.5%
Asthma	11.8%
COPD	5.7%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.5%
	18% below US avg
Binge Drinking	15.7%
Physical Inactivity	19.6%
Depression	26.1%
Mental Distress	17.0%
Physical Distress	12.2%
Short Sleep	34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.7%
Uninsured	4.8%
	44% below US avg
Primary Care	1:781
Dentists	1:1,311
Mental Health	1:89
Checkup Rate	80.5%
Dental Visits	68.0%
Premature Death	5,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.2/10
Exercise Access	92.9%
Healthcare Facilities	456

Amherst Town has a violent crime rate of 250 per 100,000 residents, 34% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 174.2 per 100,000, robbery at 5.1, rape at 70.7. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 437 per 100,000, 78% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 260, burglary at 139, vehicle theft at 38 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Amherst Town receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Amherst Town vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	250.0/100K
	34% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	70.7/100K
Robbery	5.1/100K
Assault	174.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	436.8/100K
	78% below US avg
Burglary	138.9/100K
Theft	260.1/100K
Vehicle Theft	37.9/100K
Arson	5.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Amherst Town experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 36.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	48.2°F
	11% below US avg
January Average	24°F (-5°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	266 ft (81 m)
Area	27.6 sq mi (71.5 km²)
Population Density	1,284/sq mi
Coordinates	42.3635°N, 72.5073°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Hampshire County County
Nearest Airport	Westfield-Barnes Regional (BAF) 18 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.6"

23% above US avg

Snowfall 36.5"

Wettest Month (May) 4.13"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.99"

Air Quality

AQI Median	37.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0429 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	2.6 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.24 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	5.9 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	69.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	12.8 / 100
Community Resilience	94.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

36 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.1 on Mar 11, 2020.

Oct 2, 1994	6 km W of Hardwick, Massachusetts	M3.7	19 km
Oct 6, 1992	1 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire	M3.4	131 km
Oct 2, 1994	1 km NW of Hardwick, Massachusetts	M3.3	24 km
Jan 12, 2015	0 km NE of Wauregan, Connecticut	M3.3	85 km
Jun 16, 2000	5 km NE of Granville, Massachusetts	M3.3	39 km
Sep 26, 2010	2 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire	M3.2	130 km
Dec 13, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M3.2	133 km
Mar 22, 1996	2 km NE of Bristol, Rhode Island	M3.1	129 km
Jan 10, 1999	2 km ENE of Merrimac, Massachusetts	M3.1	136 km
Mar 11, 2020	0 km SSW of South Glens Falls, New York	M3.1	138 km
May 18, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M3.1	134 km
Jul 24, 2007	12 km SSW of Altamont, New York	M3.1	135 km
Jan 27, 2000	3 km WNW of Fremont, New Hampshire	M3.0	130 km
Jan 10, 1999	1 km NNE of Merrimac, Massachusetts	M3.0	135 km
Oct 21, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M2.9	133 km
Mar 21, 2016	4 km ESE of Warner, New Hampshire	M2.8	117 km
Mar 23, 1992	5 km SE of Hill, New Hampshire	M2.8	144 km
Sep 28, 2002	2 km N of Wilton, New Hampshire	M2.8	85 km
Aug 27, 2011	5 km WSW of Altamont, New York	M2.8	135 km
Mar 22, 2009	9 km SW of Altamont, New York	M2.8	135 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Bob (1991, Cat 2).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1991	Bob	Category 2	141 km
1985	Gloria	Category 1	57 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

254 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 110 fatalities, 2,133 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 29, 1995	EF4	78 km	3
Oct 3, 1979	EF4	55 km	3
Aug 28, 1973	EF4	75 km	4
Jun 9, 1953	EF4	30 km	94
Jun 1, 2011	EF3	36 km	3
Jun 22, 1981	EF3	42 km	0
Sep 13, 1971	EF3	14 km	0
Oct 3, 1970	EF3	28 km	1
Aug 20, 1968	EF3	85 km	0
May 20, 1963	EF3	68 km	0
May 10, 1954	EF3	49 km	0
Jun 9, 1953	EF3	64 km	0
Aug 21, 1951	EF3	87 km	0
Aug 18, 2023	EF2	99 km	0
Jul 11, 2006	EF2	23 km	0
Jul 21, 2003	EF2	98 km	0
Jun 5, 2002	EF2	93 km	0
Jun 23, 2001	EF2	81 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	97 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	87 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

2 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: EAST MOUNTAIN (964 ac, 2021).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2021	EAST MOUNTAIN	964	67 km
2005	THE RANGE	760	72 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	24°F (-5°C)	3.5 in	Coldest
February	24°F (-4°C)	3.0 in	Driest
March	34°F (1°C)	3.5 in
April	45°F (7°C)	3.9 in
May	57°F (14°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
June	65°F (19°C)	3.9 in
July	72°F (22°C)	3.8 in	Warmest
August	69°F (21°C)	4.0 in
September	61°F (16°C)	3.8 in
October	50°F (10°C)	3.8 in
November	40°F (5°C)	4.0 in
December	29°F (-2°C)	3.7 in

Amherst Town has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 24°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (3.0").

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Amherst Town is located in Hampshire County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 73.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 119% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. 48.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 69.5% of the vote, a 41.9-point margin. 92.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 8 EV charging stations. There are 25 public libraries serving the community. 456 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 42.1% of workers drive alone to work, while 8.2% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 27.6%

D 69.5%

Winner: Democrat by 41.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	73.8%
	119% above US avg
High School+	97.1%
Graduate Degree+	48.7%
School Test Score	6.55

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	1,284/sq mi
Total Area	27.6 sq mi
County	Hampshire County County

Services

Broadband Access	92.3%
Avg Download Speed	144.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	7.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	8
Alt Fuel Stations	8
Public Libraries	25
Healthcare Facilities	456
Restaurants	384
Retail Stores	493

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	19.0 min
Drive Alone	42.1%
Public Transit	8.2%
Work from Home	19.3%

Average costs for common services in Amherst Town. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$265 ($159–$423)
Specialist Visit	$370 ($212–$582)
Urgent Care Visit	$212 ($106–$370)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,328 ($846–$5,290)
Dental Cleaning	$138 ($79–$212)
Dental Filling	$265 ($159–$423)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$48 ($26–$79)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$79 ($53–$127)
Brake Pad Replacement	$317 ($159–$529)
Tire Rotation	$42 ($21–$79)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$635 ($423–$1,058)
Battery Replacement	$212 ($106–$370)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$106 ($63–$159)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$95 ($53–$148)
HVAC Repair	$423 ($159–$846)
HVAC System Install	$7,406 ($4,232–$12,696)
Roof Repair	$1,058 ($423–$2,116)
Roof Replacement	$9,522 ($5,819–$15,870)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,587 ($529–$3,703)
Divorce (Contested)	$15,870 ($5,290–$31,740)
DUI Defense	$5,290 ($2,116–$10,580)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,587 ($846–$3,174)
Will Preparation	$529 ($212–$1,058)
Trust Preparation	$2,645 ($1,058–$5,290)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$26 ($16–$48)
Women's Haircut	$58 ($32–$106)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$159 ($79–$265)
Manicure	$26 ($16–$48)
Pedicure	$42 ($26–$69)
Massage (1 Hour)	$85 ($53–$138)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.34 ($3.17–$5.82)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.70 ($2.65–$5.29)
Loaf of Bread	$4.02 ($2.65–$5.82)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.76 ($3.17–$6.88)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.82 ($4.23–$7.94)
Rice (per lb)	$1.06 ($0.63–$1.90)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$148 ($85–$265)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$74 ($32–$159)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$74 ($42–$127)
Internet (Monthly)	$74 ($42–$106)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$69 ($32–$106)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$90 ($53–$159)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$212 ($79–$529)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,116 ($1,270–$3,703)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$74 ($32–$138)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$16 ($8.46–$26)
Car Registration (Annual)	$106 ($32–$265)
Driver's License Renewal	$32 ($16–$79)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,270 ($635–$2,645)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,058 ($529–$2,116)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$423 ($212–$741)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$53 ($26–$106)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,058 ($423–$2,645)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,225 ($5,290–$31,740)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$63 ($32–$106)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$106 ($53–$212)
Dog Grooming	$63 ($32–$106)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$42 ($21–$79)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$317 ($159–$529)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$212 ($106–$423)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,429
Toddler	$1,305
Preschool	$997
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$974
Toddler	$879
Preschool	$866

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Hampshire County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	10,341	1,276	$54,464	1.10
Retail Trade	7,387	487	$37,931	1.12
Educational Services	7,246	143	$60,380	5.33
Accommodation & Food Services	5,511	358	$27,881	0.92
Manufacturing	2,743	132	$77,150	0.51
Construction	2,312	384	$75,773	0.67
Wholesale Trade	2,152	136	$123,735	0.83
Other Services	2,090	410	$49,786	1.06
Professional & Technical Services	2,062	480	$89,990	0.45
Administrative & Waste Services	1,473	198	$61,195	0.38
Finance & Insurance	1,066	139	$92,334	0.40
Arts & Entertainment	1,024	109	$27,409	0.93
Transportation & Warehousing	778	54	$45,006	0.28
Information & Technology	633	123	$83,440	0.51
Management of Companies	564	16	$61,802	0.51
Real Estate	472	108	$55,011	0.46
Agriculture & Forestry	444	48	$38,258	0.83
Utilities	133	11	$131,536	0.53
Mining & Oil/Gas	37	8	$53,695	0.15

Schools in Amherst Town

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Amherst Regional High	High	858	73	11.8:1
Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School (Charter)	Other	549	63	8.7:1
Fort River Elementary	Elementary	379	36	10.5:1
Amherst Regional Middle School	Middle	372	46	8.1:1
Crocker Farm Elementary	Elementary	345	37	9.3:1
Wildwood Elementary	Elementary	326	36	9.1:1
Pelham Elementary	Elementary	131	11	11.9:1
Shutesbury Elementary	Elementary	124	17	7.3:1

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Radio Stations near Amherst Town

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WMUA 91.1 FM	college radio, university radio	MP3 128 kbps
NewsRadio 560 WHYN	news, talk	AAC
WOZQ 91.9 FM	college radio, northampton	MP3
WMUAx	college radio, university radio	MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Amherst Town

3 campgrounds found near Amherst Town.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
WESTVILLE RECREATION AREA	4.7/5	3	$30–$60
TULLY LAKE RECREATION AREA (MA)	4.4/5	1	$40
INDIAN HOLLOW	—	2	$90–$180

National Parks Near Amherst Town

203 national parks and monuments found near Amherst Town.

Park	Type	Fee
Above All State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Air Line State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Airline State Park (Old Forest Management Area)	State Park	Free
Airline State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Airline State Park Trail (North Trail)	State Park	Free
Airline State Park Trail (North Trail)	State Park	Free
Airline State Park Trail (Northern Section)	State Park	Free
Airline State Park Trail (Northern Section)	State Park	Free
Airline State Park Trail (Southern Section)	State Park	Free
Alton Pond Fishing Access	State Park	Free
Arcadia Developments (Beach Pond)	State Park	Free
Arcadia Management Area	State Park	Free
Arcadia Management Area	State Park	Free
Balance Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Bash Bish Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Bates Memorial State Park	State Park	Free
Beaver Brook State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Beckett Hill State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Bigelow Hollow State Park	State Park	Free
Black Hut Management Area	State Park	Free
Black Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Blackstone River	State Park	Free
Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Blow Hole State Park	State Park	Free
Boat Ramp	State Park	Free
Bolton Notch State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Bradford Boat Launch	State Park	Free
Brainard Homestead State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Burlingame	State Park	Free
Burr Pond State Park	State Park	Free
C.M. Gardner State Park	State Park	Free
Campbell Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Campbell Falls State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Cherry Plain State Park	State Park	Free
Chicopee Memorial State Park	State Park	Free
Clarksburg State Park	State Park	Free
Coltsville National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Connecticut River Greenway State Park	State Park	Free
Connecticut River Greenway State Park	State Park	Free
Connecticut River Greenway State Park	State Park	Free
Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Deer Hill State Reservation	State Park	Free
Dennis Hill State Park	State Park	Free
Devils Hopyard State Park	State Park	Free
Dinosaur State Park	State Park	Free
Dunn State Park	State Park	Free
Dutton Pines State Park	State Park	Free
East Mountain State Reservation	State Park	Free
Emerald Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Farmington Canal Line State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Fisher-Scott Memorial Pines Natural Area	State Park	Free
Fort Dummer State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Ninigret	State Park	Free
Fountain Pond Park	State Park	Free
Gardner Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Gay City State Park	State Park	Free
George C. Waldo State Park	State Park	Free
George D. Seymour State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
George Washington	State Park	Free
George Washington Picnic Grove	State Park	Free
Gillette Castle State Park	State Park	Free
Grafton Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Greenfield State Park	State Park	Free
Haddam Island State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Haddam Meadows State Park	State Park	Free
Hampton Ponds State Park	State Park	Free
Harrisville Pond Fising Access	State Park	Free
Haystack Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Higganum Reservoir State Park	State Park	Free
Holyoke Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Hop River State Park	State Park	Free
Hop River State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Hopemead State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Hopeville Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Hopkinton State Park	State Park	Free
Horse Guard State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Housatonic Meadows State Park	State Park	Free
Humaston Brook State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Hurd State Park	State Park	Free
Ivy Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
J.A. Skinner State Park	State Park	Free
Jamaica State Park	State Park	Free
John A. Minetto State Park	State Park	Free
John L. Curran Fishing Area	State Park	Free
Johnny Appleseed State Park	State Park	Free
Johnston Historical	State Park	Free
Keech Pond Access	State Park	Free
Kent Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Kent Falls State Park, Leased To Sloane-stanley M*	State Park	Free
Kettletown State Park	State Park	Free
Killingly Pond State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Lake Lauderdale Park	State Park	Free
Lake Lorraine State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Tiogue Boat Launch	State Park	Free
Lake Waramaug State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Wyola State Park	State Park	Free
Lamentation Mountain State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Larkin State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Locustville Pond	State Park	Free
Lost Lake Boat Ramp	State Park	Free
Lovers Leap State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Lowell Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Macedonia Brook State Park	State Park	Free
Machimoodus State Park	State Park	Free
Mashamoquet Brook State Park	State Park	Free
Miller State Park	State Park	Free
Millers Pond State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Minnie Island State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Molly Stark State Park	State Park	Free
Monadnock State Park	State Park	Free
Monadnock State Park	State Park	Free
Moore State Park	State Park	Free
Moosup Valley State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Mooween State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Bushnell State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Mount Everett State Reservation	State Park	Free
Mount Greylock State Reservation	State Park	Free
Mount Holyoke Range State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Riga State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Mount Tom State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Tom State Reservation	State Park	Free
Mowry Pond	State Park	Free
Muckross	State Park	Free
Natural Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
New England National Scenic Trail	National Scenic Trail	Free
Old Furnace State Park	State Park	Free
Pallozi Farm	State Park	Free
Pascoag Reservoir (Echo Lake)	State Park	Free
Pawcatuck River	State Park	Free
Penwood State Park	State Park	Free
Pillsbury State Park	State Park	Free
Pillsbury-Sunapee Corridor	State Park	Free
Pisgah State Park	State Park	Free
Pisgah State Park	State Park	Free
Pisgah State Park - Critria 1 lands	State Park	Free
Platt Hill State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Pomeroy State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Ponagansett River Corridor	State Park	Free
Purgatory Chasm State Reservation	State Park	Free
Quaddick State Park	State Park	Free
Queens Forth Historic Site	State Park	Free
Quinebaug Lake State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Quinnipiac River State Park	State Park	Free
Quinsigamond State Park	State Park	Free
Red Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
Rhododendron State Park	State Park	Free
Robinson State Park	State Park	Free
Rockville Management Area	State Park	Free
Rocky Glen State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Rollins State Park	State Park	Free
Ross Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Rte 102 Picnic Grove	State Park	Free
Rutland State Park	State Park	Free
Salt Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Salty Brine State Beach	State Park	Free
Scantic River State Park	State Park	Free
Schofield Park	State Park	Free
Sefsick	State Park	Free
Selden Neck Island State Park	State Park	Free
Selden Neck State Park	State Park	Free
Shaftsbury State Park	State Park	Free
Silver Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Silver Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Slatersville Pond	State Park	Free
Sleeping Giant State Park	State Park	Free
Smith & Sayles Reservoir Access	State Park	Free
Snake Den State Park	State Park	Free
Southford Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Springfield Armory National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Squantz Pond State Park	State Park	Free
State Beach	State Park	Free
Stillwater Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Stoddard Hill State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Stratton Brook State Park	State Park	Free
Sunapee State Park	State Park	Free
Sunny Brook State Park	State Park	Free
Sunset Rock State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Sweet Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Taconic State Park	State Park	Free
Taconic State Park	State Park	Free
Taconic Trail State Park	State Park	Free
Talcott Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Tefft	State Park	Free
Trimountain State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Union Pond Fishermans Access	State Park	Free
Wachusett Mountain State Reservation	State Park	Free
Wadhams Grove State Park	State Park	Free
Wadleigh State Park	State Park	Free
Wadsworth Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Wahconah Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Wakefield Pond Access Area	State Park	Free
Wells State Park	State Park	Free
Wells State Park	State Park	Free
West Rock Ridge State Park	State Park	Free
West Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Western Gateway Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Whittemore Glen State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Wilson Reservoir	State Park	Free
Windsor Meadows State Park	State Park	Free
Wood/Pawcatuck Access Area	State Park	Free
Woodford State Park	State Park	Free
World War II Veterans Memorial State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Amherst Town

5 trails found near Amherst Town.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
HOOSAC RIDGE	2.2	SNOW	—	—	—
CORRIDOR 7	1.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST HILL	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HEARTWELLVILLE CONNECTOR	0.0	CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL	—	—	—
HEARTWELLVILLE CONNECTOR	0.0	CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL	—	—	—

Historical Trends — Amherst Town

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2021	39,378	$61,127
2023	41,049	$65,938

Museums in Amherst Town

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
AMHERST CENTER FOR RUSSIAN CULTURE	HISTORY MUSEUM		4135422350	$356,118,724
BASSETT PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM			$356,118,724
EMILY DICKINSON MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4135428161	$356,118,724
MEAD ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		4135422335	$356,118,724
PRATT MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		4135422165	$356,118,724
WILDER OBSERVATORY	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM			$356,118,724
MOUNT HOLYOKE COLLEGE ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		4135382245	$206,477,126
SKINNER MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4135387127	$206,477,126
WILLISTON OBSERVATORY	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		4135382000	$206,477,126
ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$136,698,005
HAMPSHIRE COLLEGE OBSERVATORY	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		4135595378	$83,734,297
BORGIA GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$39,013,054
ERIC CARLE MUSEUM OF PICTURE BOOK ART	ART MUSEUM		4136581100	$2,337,678
HOLYOKE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4135342214	$1,592,140
IMMIGRANT CITY ARCHIVES	GENERAL MUSEUM		9786869230	$1,102,792
POCUMTUCK VALLEY MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION	GENERAL MUSEUM	10 MEMORIAL STREET	4137747476	$1,066,417
WESTFIELD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM			$476,992
LUPA GAME FARM	GENERAL MUSEUM	52 NASH HILL RD	4135899883	$391,006
AMHERST RAILWAY SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4132674555	$373,224
TITANIC HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	208 MAIN ST	4135434770	$228,337
SOUTH HADLEY HISTORICAL	HISTORY MUSEUM			$153,135
HOLYOKE MERRY-GO-ROUND	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	221 APPLETON ST	4135389838	$145,360
WILBRAHAM NATURE AND CULTURAL CENTER	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM	3 VISTA ROAD	4135968173	$125,184
HOLYOKE VOLLEYBALL HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM		4135360926	$78,199
VOLLEYBALL HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM	444 DWIGHT STREET	4135360926	$78,199
SWIFT RIVER VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5085446207	$76,610
1794 MEETINGHOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	26 S MAIN ST	9785445200	$70,067
PORTER-PHELPS-HUNTINGTON FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4135844699	$70,066
WHATELY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	218 CHESTNUT PLAIN ROAD	4136650054	$65,197
SHELBURNE FALLS TROLLEY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	14 DEPOT STREET	4136259443	$63,851
HISTORIC NORTHAMPTON	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4135846011	$60,411
AMHERST HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4132560678	$43,685
AMHERST HISTORY MUSEUM AT THE STRONG HOUSE	HISTORY MUSEUM	67 AMITY STREET	4132560678	$43,685
HISTORIC HOLYOKE AT WISTARIAHURST	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	238 CABOT ST	4135342216	$40,222
WISTARIAHURST MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	238 CABOT ST	4135342216	$40,222
SHELBURNE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	33 SEVERANCE ST	4136256150	$29,476
CITYSPACE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4135273997	$28,670
ORANGE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9785443141	$18,036
ATHENEUM SOCIETY OF WILBRAHAM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4135964097	$15,572
OLD MEETING HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4135964097	$15,572
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF GREENFIELD MASS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	43 CHURCH ST	4137743663	$9,515
NOLUMBEKA PROJECT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4134984318	$8,365
MUSEUM OF OUR INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE	GENERAL MUSEUM		4133368275	$7,950
EASTHAMPTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	7 HOLYOKE ST	4135273108	$2,948
AUDIO RECRODING MUSEUM OF SCIENCE	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	248A OLD LYMAN RD	4135330900
BELCHERTOWN HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	20 MAPLE ST	4133237052
BOTANIC GARDEN OF SMITH COLLEGE	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
CALVIN COOLIDGE PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY & MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4135871014
CENTRAL MASS STEAM GAS AND MACHINERY INSTITUTE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF HOLYOKE	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	444 DWIGHT STREET
CONWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	160 MAIN ST	6034475551
DINOSAUR TRACK QUARRY	GENERAL MUSEUM	�39 ALDRICH STREET	4134679566
EAST HAMPTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	7 HOLYOKE ST
EMILY DICKINSON: THE HOMESTEAD AND THE EVERGREENS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4135422152
ERVING HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GICLEE OF NEW ENGLAND	GENERAL MUSEUM	1240 PARK STREET	4132844344
GRANBY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	234 STATE STREET	4134673114
HADLEY FARM MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2247483737
HADLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4135872623
HALLMARK MUSEUM-CONTEMPORARY	GENERAL MUSEUM	241 MILLERS FALLS ROAD	4138630009
HATFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4132470308
HISTORIC DEERFIELD LIBRARY	GENERAL MUSEUM		4137757125
HISTORIC NEW SALEM	GENERAL MUSEUM	6 OLD MAIN ST	9785440278
JASPER RAND ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM
JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4136650066
LEVERETT SCHOOLHOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	220 N LEVERETT RD
MASSACHUSETTS AIR NATIONAL GUARD HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	25 SPRUCE HILL AVE
MONTAGUE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
NASH DINOSAUR TRACKS	GENERAL MUSEUM		4134679566
NYSTROMS VILLAGE BLACKSMITH SHOP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
OLD RED CARRIAGE HOUSE BABY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4138634300
OSSORIO FOUNDATION	ART MUSEUM
PASSPORT HOLYOKE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4133225643
PELHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	376 AMHERST RD	4132537313
PELHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4132537313
PIONEER VALLEY HISTORY NETWORK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PIONEER VALLEY MILITARY & TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	20 AIRPORT ROAD ~ WESTFIELD-BARNES REGIONAL AIRPORT PO BOX 1332	4135622565
PIONEER VALLEY MUSEUM OF INDISTRY ASSOCIATION	GENERAL MUSEUM
POLISH CENTER OF DISCOVERY AND LEARNING	GENERAL MUSEUM		4135920001
SHUTESBURY HISTORICAL COMMISSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SMITH AND WESSON	GENERAL MUSEUM		4137818300
SMITH COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		4135852760
SOUTH GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
SOUTHAMPTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	234 COLLEGE HIGHWAY	4135273108
STONE HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4133236573
SWAMPFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	109 NORTH MAIN STREET	4135489361
TABER ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		4135522614
THOMAS PAINE FRIENDS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4132537934
UNITED STATES COAST GUARD LIGHTSHIP SAILORS ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
VALLEY WOMENS HISTORY COLLABORATIVE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WENDELL MEETINGHOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WISSATINNEWAG	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WORDS AND PICTURES MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4135869855
YIDDISH BOOK CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Amherst Town

Name	Address	Annual Visits
JONES LIBRARY, INC.	43 AMITY STREET	318,868
CHICOPEE PUBLIC LIBRARY	449 FRONT ST.	250,699
FORBES LIBRARY	20 WEST ST.	208,140
WESTFIELD ATHENAEUM	6 ELM ST.	181,201
GREENFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY	402 MAIN ST.	172,616
HUBBARD MEMORIAL LIBRARY	24 CENTER STREET	142,175
CLAPP MEMORIAL LIBRARY	19 S. MAIN STREET	92,312
WILBRAHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY	25 CRANE PARK DRIVE	81,846
PALMER PUBLIC LIBRARY	1455 NORTH MAIN ST.	79,473
LILLY LIBRARY	19 MEADOW ST.	75,931
EMILY WILLISTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY	9 PARK ST.	55,337
SUNDERLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY	20 SCHOOL ST.	48,477
MONTAGUE PUBLIC LIBRARIES	201 AVENUE A	46,622
MEEKINS PUBLIC LIBRARY	2 WILLIAMS ST.	45,087
WHEELER MEMORIAL LIBRARY	49 EAST MAIN STREET	39,369
TILTON LIBRARY	75 NORTH MAIN STREET	30,252
EDWARDS PUBLIC LIBRARY	30 EAST STREET	24,791
LEVERETT LIBRARY	75 MONTAGUE ROAD	18,384
GOODWIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY	50 MIDDLE STREET	16,080
PELHAM LIBRARY	2 SOUTH VALLEY ROAD	14,056
WENDELL FREE LIBRARY	7 WENDELL DEPOT RD	11,892
M. N. SPEAR MEMORIAL LIBRARY	10 COOLEYVILLE ROAD	10,780
HATFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY	39 MAIN ST.	10,393
GAYLORD MEMORIAL LIBRARY	47 COLLEGE STREET	9,429
NEW SALEM PUBLIC LIBRARY	23 SOUTH MAIN STREET	6,639
ERVING PUBLIC LIBRARY	17 MOORE ST.	6,054
ARMS LIBRARY	60 BRIDGE ST	5,036
SHELBURNE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	233 SHELBURNE CENTER ROAD	5,036
FIELD MEMORIAL LIBRARY	1 ELM STREET	4,260
S. WHITE DICKINSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY	202 CHESTNUT PLAIN ROAD	2,203

Farmers Markets in Amherst Town

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Amherst Farmers' Market	Spring Street Parking Lot	04/18/2015 to 11/21/2015	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Amherst Wednesday Market at Kendrick Park	Kendrick Park Intersection of North and East Pleasant st.	05/07/2014 to 10/15/2014	Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Amherst Winter Farmers' Market	170 Chestnut Street	12/06/2014 to 03/28/2015	Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Belchertown Farmers Market	On The Common	06/19/2016 to 10/09/2016	Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
CHICOPEE FARMERS MARKET	CHICOPEE STREET	07/03/2013 to 09/04/2013	Wed: 10:30 AM-2:30 PM;
City of Holyoke Farmers' Market	High St and Dwight St	05/02/2013 to 10/31/2013	Thu: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;
Conway Farmers' Market	Town Common, Main St.
Easthampton Farmers & Makers Market	50 Payson Ave	05/25/2019 to 10/05/2019	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Florence Farmers Market	Florence Civic Center
Great Falls Farmers Market, Turners Falls	38 Avenue A	05/16/2018 to 10/24/2018	Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Greenfield Farmers Market, LLC	Court Square	04/30/2016 to 10/29/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Holyoke/Donahue Elementary School	210 Whiting Farms Road
Holyoke/Friday	330 Whitney Ave.
Indian Orchard Farmers Market	Hampden Bank, 187 Main Street
North Amherst Winter Farmers' Market	11 Meadow St.				Visit
Northampton Gothic Street Farmers Market	Gothic Street, downtown
Northampton Thornes Marketplace Farmers Market	150 Main Street
Northampton Tuesday Farmers' Market	99 Armory St., Northampton, MA 01060	04/26/2016 to 11/08/2016	Tue: 1:30 PM-6:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Northampton Winter Farmers' Market	80 Locust Street	11/15/2014 to 04/18/2015	Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Palmer/Three Rivers Farmers' Market	Hryiewicz Park, 2150 Springfield Street.	06/16/2014 to 10/27/2014	Mon: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM;
Shelburne Falls Farmers Market	Baptist Corner lot, 53 Main St.	May to October	Fri:2:00 pm - 6:00 pm;		Visit
South Hadley Farmers' Market	College Street and Rt. 116	06/02/2014 to 10/06/2016	Thu: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
The Greenfield Tuesday Farmers' Market	Sears Ave	05/02/2017 to 10/31/2017	Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;
The Orange Farmers Market	135 East Main st	05/17/2018 to 10/18/2018	Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Wendell	57 Lockes Village Road
Westfield Farmers' Market - Winter	36 Court Street	11/17/2018 to 11/17/2018	Sat: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
wilbraham winter farmers market	2301 Boston Road	12/05/2015 to 04/30/2016	Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;

Breweries in Amherst Town

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Abandoned Building Brewery	Brewery	42 Pleasant St	4132827062	Visit
Berkshire Brewing Co Inc	Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Food & Drink, Beer & Ale, Breweries, Brewery	12 Railroad St	8772227468, 4136657837, 4136656600	Visit
Brewster Court Bar & Grill	Restaurants, Burger Restaurants, Breweries, Seafood Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants	11 Brewster Ct
Diy Brewing Supply	Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Breweries, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, E-Commerce	289 East St	4134591459	Visit
Element Brewing Company	Breweries, Food & Drink	30 Bridge Saint Millers Fls	4138356340
Iron Duke Brewing	Food & Drink, Breweries	122 100 State Saint Stockhouse122
Opa Opa Steakhouse & Brewery	Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Brewery	169 College Hwy	4135270808	Visit
Opa Opa Tent At The Big E	Brewery	Eastern States Exposition The Big E
Paper City Brewery	Brewery	108 Cabot St	4135351588	Visit

Ski Resorts Near Amherst Town

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Stratton	92.0	13	1,181	$90	November - April	Yes	Yes
Mount Snow	60.0	20	1,095	$81	November - April	—	Yes

Nursing Homes in Amherst Town

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
CENTER FOR EXTENDED CARE AT AMHERST 150 UNIVERSITY DRIVE	For profit - Individual	134	117	3/5	—	4/5	4/5	4132568185

Pharmacies in Amherst Town

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 1095	165 UNIVERSITY DRIVE	413-256-0421
CVS - 818	76 NORTH PLEASANT STREET	413-253-9307
UNIVERSITY HEALTH SERVICES PHARMACY	150 INFIRMARY WAY	413-577-5030
WALGREENS - 11601	31 HALL DRIVE	413-256-1428

Daycare Centers in Amherst Town

14 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
ALL ABOUT LEARNING 7 POMEROY LANE - UNIT 4	CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP	(413) 256-0013	OPEN
AMHERST MONTESSORI SCHOOL 27 POMEROY LN	CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP	(413) 253-3101	OPEN
CAPACIDAD - FORT RIVER SCHOOL 170 CHESTNUT STREET	CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP	(413) 559-7182	OPEN
CENTER FOR EARLY EDUCATION AND CARE - UMASS / AMHERST 21 CLUBHOUSE DR	CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP	(413) 545-1566	OPEN
COMMUNITY ACTION AT AMHERST COMMUNITY CHILD CARE 61 STRONG STREET	CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP	(413) 548-1288	OPEN
COMMUNITY ACTION AT NORTH AMHERST 1200 PLEASANT ST	CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP	(413) 548-1282	OPEN
CUSHMAN SCOTT CHILDREN'S CENTER 71 HENRY ST	CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP	(413) 549-1167	OPEN
HAMPSHIRE COLLEGE EARLY LEARNING CENTER 893 WEST ST	CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP	(413) 559-5706	OPEN
MARK'S MEADOW AFTER SCHOOL DAY CARE 71 STRONG ST.	CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP	(413) 549-8406	OPEN
PELHAM AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM 45 AMHERST RD	CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP	(413) 658-7612	OPEN
PRIME TIME AT CROCKER FARM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 280 WEST ST	SCHOOL BASED — LARGE GROUP	(413) 259-3177	OPEN
RENAISSANCE SCHOOL INC. 867 N PLEASANT ST	CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP	(413) 548-9696	OPEN
SPRING STREET PRESCHOOL 64 SPRING ST	CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP	(413) 256-8442	OPEN
WOODSIDE CHILDREN'S CENTER 155 WOODSIDE AVE	CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP	(413) 253-2604	OPEN

Cell Towers in Amherst Town

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
(Pelham 2) 320 Daniel Shays Highway	LTOWER	73
(Pelham 2) 320 Daniel Shays Highway	LTOWER	73
(Shelburne SE) 128G Old Albany Rd	GTOWER	60
100 Guy Manner Road	GTOWER	51
100 Guy Manner Road	GTOWER	51
76 OLD PINENOOK RD	LTOWER	41
76 OLD PINENOOK RD	LTOWER	41
Orange site	TOWER	37
Tower Road	LTOWER	35
Tower Road	LTOWER	35
RT 63 - NORTHFIELD MTN., 6 MILES SOUTH OF	TOWER	29

Fire Stations in Amherst Town

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Pelham Fire Department	2 S Valley RD	Volunteer			413-253-3311

Power Plants Near Amherst Town

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
HAMPSHIRE COLLEGE	BATTERIES; SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-72.5	OP
AMHERST COLLEGE CO GEN	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE; NATURAL GAS	221112	-72.5	OP
UMASS	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-72.5	OP
MONTAGUE ROAD SOLAR	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-72.5	OP

Bridges in Amherst Town

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1958	65	24,181	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1958	71	13,876	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1958	25	13,876	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1958	214	12,931	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1979	68	12,414	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1929	36	11,250	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1958	64	10,921	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1958	71	10,474	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1958	214	9,429	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	77	6,808	F
Culvert	Steel	1957	43	6,538	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1972	134	6,429	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1926	40	6,078	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2007	36	6,071	F
Culvert	Concrete	1958	65	5,100	F
Culvert	Steel	1973	68	4,784	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1946	47	4,748	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2008	39	2,456	G
Culvert	Steel	1959	20	2,069	F
Arch (Deck)	Steel	1959	22	2,069	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1963	34	1,900	F
Culvert	Steel	1953	34	1,646	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2018	42	517	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2015	50	300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2015	54	300	G
Culvert	Steel	1968	50	259	F
Culvert	Concrete	2000	25	200	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1940	54	129	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	47	10	F

Amtrak Stations in Amherst Town

3 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Greenfield, MA	12 Olive Street	TRAIN
Holyoke, MA	74 Main Street	TRAIN
Northampton, MA	170 Pleasant Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Amherst Town

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
HOLYOKE WATER POWER MOUNT TOM STATION	200 NORTHAMPTON ST	HAMPDEN
SPAULDING CORPORATION		HAMPDEN

Airports Near Amherst Town

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Bradley International Airport	BDL	Large Airport
Dillant Hopkins Airport	EEN	Medium Airport
Hartford Brainard Airport	HFD	Medium Airport
Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport	BAF	Medium Airport
Westover Metropolitan Airport / Westover Air Reserve Base	CEF	Medium Airport
Worcester Regional Airport	ORH	Medium Airport
Albert Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
B&B Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Baines Airport	—	Small Airport
Bancroft Airport	—	Small Airport
Blueberry Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Buell Farm Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Cannizzaro Field	—	Small Airport
Danielson Airport	—	Small Airport
Deerfield Valley Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Dresser Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Eastford Airport	—	Small Airport
Ellington Airport	—	Small Airport
Fitchburg Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Frank D. Comerford Airport	—	Small Airport
Gardner Municipal Airport	GDM	Small Airport
Green Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Hadley Airport	—	Small Airport
Harriman and West Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawthorne Feather Airpark	—	Small Airport
Heckler Field	—	Small Airport
Jaffrey Airfield Silver Ranch Airport	AFN	Small Airport
Kendalls Lndg Area Airport	—	Small Airport
Laurie Field	—	Small Airport
Major W. Guth STOLport	—	Small Airport
Marshall's Airport	—	Small Airport
Mason Airfield	—	Small Airport
Miller Farm Airfield	—	Small Airport
Morehaven Airport	—	Small Airport
Mundale Airport	—	Small Airport
Norm's Field	—	Small Airport
Northampton Airport	—	Small Airport
Onyon Airport	—	Small Airport
Orange Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Pasport Airport	—	Small Airport
Pilgrim's Home Airfield	—	Small Airport
Riconn Airport	—	Small Airport
Roberts Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Robertson Field	—	Small Airport
Santa's Airport	—	Small Airport
Simsbury Airport	—	Small Airport
Skylark Airpark	—	Small Airport
Southbridge Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Spencer Airport	—	Small Airport
Sterling Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Amherst Town

31 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Buckland Police Department	69½ Conway Street
Chicopee Police Dept	110 Church Street
Chicopee Police Dept- Community Substation	808 Chicopee Street
Conway Police Department	32 Main Street
Deerfield Police Department	8 Conway Street
Easthampton Police Department	32 Payson Avenue
Erving Police Departmentt	71 French King Highway
Franklin County Sheriff	160 Elm Street
Granby Police Department	259 East State Street
Greenfield Police Department	321 High Street
Hadley Police Dept	15 East Street
Hampden County Sheriff	627 Randall Road
Hampshire County Sheriff	205 Rocky Hill Road
Hatfield Police Dept	59 Main Street
Leverett Police Department	95 Montague Road
Ludlow Police Dept	612 Chapin Street
Massachusetts State Police Shelburne Falls Barracks	289 Mohawk Trail
Montague Police Department	180 Turnpike Road
New Salem Police Department	19 South Main Street
Orange Police Dept- Shellbourn Falls	400 East River Street
Pelham Police Department	2 South Valley Road
Shelburne Police Dept	51 Bridge Street
Shutesbury Police Dept	1 Cooleyville Road
South Hadley Police Dept	41 Bridge Street
Southampton Police Department	8 East Street
State Police Belchertown	485 Ware Road
State Police Springfield	600 Liberty Street
State Police Westfield	Sergeant Thomas Dion Way
Sunderland Police Station- Shelburne F	105 River Road
Wilbraham Police Dept	16 Main Street
Williamsburg Police Dept	16 South Main Street

Grocery Stores in Amherst Town

35 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 73023	Supermarket	354 Russell St
Amherst Mobile Market Inc	Other	990 N Pleasant St
Ancient Ponies Farm Llc NAFMNP	Farmers and Markets	712 Pratt Corner Rd
Aster & Pine Market	Convenience Store	189 N Pleasant St
ATKINS FRUIT BOWL INC	Super Store	1150 West St
Big Y Supermarkets 46	Super Store	175 University Dr
BROOKFIELD FARM DF	Farmers and Markets	24 Hulst Rd
Carrot Corner Farm NAFMNP	Farmers and Markets	822 E Pleasant St
CUMBERLAND FARMS 6617	Convenience Store	19 Montague Rd
CUMBERLAND FARMS 6704	Convenience Store	35 Belchertown Rd
Cushman Market And Cafe Llc	Convenience Store	491 Pine St
CVS 1095	Other	165 University Dr
CVS PHARMACY 818	Other	76 N Pleasant St
Diamond Food Store	Convenience Store	1066 Federal St
Dj's Farm Fresh Produce	Farmers and Markets	230 Leverett Rd
Dollar Tree 1052	Other	458 Russell St
Mill Valley Milk Store	Grocery Store	102 Mill Valley Rd
Mom's House Chinese Food Market	Grocery Store	318 College St
Neighbor Food Dairy Mart	Grocery Store	324 College St
Old Friends Farm Llc	Farmers and Markets	593 S Pleasant St
Plum Brook Farm Llc NAFMNPFFAB	Farmers and Markets	416 Bay Rd
Pride 612	Convenience Store	445 Russell St
Quabbin Hill Farms	Farmers and Markets	339 Amherst Rd
Rivershed Farm	Farmers and Markets	132 Pelham Rd
Simple Gifts Farm	Farmers and Markets	1089 N Pleasant St
Simra Llc	Convenience Store	259 Triangle St
Speedway 2419	Convenience Store	468 West St
Stop & Shop 95	Supermarket	440 Russell St
Sunset Farm NAFMNP	Farmers and Markets	20 Brigham Ln
Target 1839	Super Store	367 Russell St
Trader Joe's 512	Supermarket	375 Russell St
Walmart 2683	Super Store	337 Russell St
Wentworth Farm NAFMNP	Farmers and Markets	173 Stanley St
Whole Foods Market 10012	Super Store	327 Russell St
Wild Shoat Farm	Farmers and Markets	1555 S East St

Post Offices in Amherst Town

2 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Hampshire College Post Office
North Amherst Post Office

Treatment Centers in Amherst Town

30 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Avanzando Gandara Center - Enhanced Residential Rehab Services	Substance Abuse	413-266-4093
Baystate Medical Center - Adult Psychiatric Treatment Unit	Mental Health	413-794-0000
Behavioral Health Network (BHN) - City Clinic	Both	413-747-0705
Behavioral Health Network (BHN) - Liberty Street Clinic Outpatient Trt	Both	413-734-3151
CHD - Outpatient Behavioral Health Servs	Substance Abuse	413-774-6252
CHD - Outpatient Behavioral Health Servs	Both	978-544-2148
Cooley Dickinson Hospital - Behavioral Health Unit	Both	413-582-2151
Cutchins Prog for Children/Families	Mental Health	413-584-1310 x333
Cutchins Prog for Children/Families - The Childrens Clinic	Mental Health	413-587-3265
Gandara Center Inc - Gandara Addiction Recovery Program	Substance Abuse	413-781-2234 x7203
Goodwin House	Substance Abuse	413-316-1642
Griswold Behavioral Health Center	Both	413-370-5285
GRIT Yale - CoOccurring Enhanced (COE)	Substance Abuse	413-233-5354
Healthcare Resource Centers - Community Substance Abuse Centers	Substance Abuse	413-774-3321
Holyoke Medical Center Inc - Partial Hosp and Intensive Outpt Prog	Both	413-534-2653
MiraVista Behavioral Health Center - OTP	Substance Abuse	413-701-2600
MiraVista Behavioral Health Center - Outpatient Services	Substance Abuse	413-701-2600
Northstar Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	888-311-0911
OnCall Healthy Living Program	Substance Abuse	413-301-7759
Psychological Services Center - University of Massachusetts Amherst	Mental Health	413-545-0041
River Valley Counseling Center	Both	413-246-0058
River Valley Counseling Center - Satellite Office	Both	413-594-2141
SaVida Health	Substance Abuse	413-259-8175
ServiceNet Inc - Beacon House	Substance Abuse	413-773-1705
ServiceNet Inc - Orange Recovery House	Substance Abuse	978-544-6507
ServiceNet OP Behavioral Center - Amherst Clinic	Both	413-584-6855 x2
ServiceNet OP Behavioral Center - Greenfield Outpatient Clinic	Both	413-584-6885 x2
ServiceNet OP Behavioral Center - Northampton Clinic	Both	413-584-6855 x2
Three Rivers Program	Mental Health	413-733-4032 x200
VA Central Western Massachusetts - Greenfield Outpatient Clinic	Both	413-584-4040 x6400

Churches & Religious Organizations in Amherst Town

23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
AGAPE COMMUNITY CHURCH	PO BOX 9376
AMHERST CHINESE CHRISTIAN CHURCH	611 BELCHERTOWN RD
AMHERST GRACE CHURCH	644 MAIN ST UNIT 61
AMHERST MISSION CHURCH	365 N PLEASANT ST
CATHEDRAL IN THE NIGHT MINISTRY	867 N PLEASANT ST
CHABAD AT THE FIVE COLLEGES INC	284 N PLEASANT ST
CHURCH IN AMHERST	67 BUTTERFIELD TER
CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER	PO BOX 377
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH	434 N PLEASANT ST
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH	165 MAIN ST
HAMPSHIRE MOSQUE INC	22 HIGH ST APT 9
HINDU HERITAGE FOUNDATION OF AMERICA INC	72 CONCORD WAY
HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH	20 GAYLORD ST
JAMPEL NYINGPO LING INC	1380 S EAST ST
MERCYHOUSE	365 N PLEASANT ST
MILLERS FALLS MA ZION KOREAN CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	1193 N PLEASANT ST
PERU FUND	22 HITCHING POST RD
PRIMERA IGLESIA HISPANA AD INCORPORATED	165 MAIN ST
REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD - RISE CHURCH	460 WEST STREET
SHRI ANANDAMAYI MA ASHRAM AND TEMPLE INC	63 CHERRY LN
ST BRIGIDS PARISH	43 N PROSPECT ST
WISDOM WAY INC	PO BOX 9659
ZION KOREAN CHURCH OF GREENFIELD INC	1193 N PLEASANT ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Amherst Town

What is the population of Amherst Town?

Amherst Town has a population of 35,472 residents and is located in Massachusetts. The population density is 1,284 people per square mile, spread across 27.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 21.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.9% female and 48.1% male.

Is Amherst Town expensive to live in?

Amherst Town is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 105.8 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $65,938, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $454,000 (61% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,570 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Amherst Town safe?

Amherst Town is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 250 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 437 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Amherst Town receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Amherst Town?

Amherst Town has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 46.6 inches, with 36.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.

How is the job market in Amherst Town?

Amherst Town has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,192. There are 4,928 business establishments in the area, including 384 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 19.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Amherst Town?

The median home value in Amherst Town is $454,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $470,511. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,570. Fair market rent is $1,822 for a 1-bedroom and $2,300 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 45.9%. The average annual property tax is $7,350.

How are the schools in Amherst Town?

Schools in Amherst Town score 6.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 73.8% of adults in Amherst Town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. 48.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Amherst Town?

The obesity rate in Amherst Town is 24.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.5% of adults are smokers. 19.6% are physically inactive. 26.1% of residents report depression. 4.8% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 92.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:781.

What is transportation like in Amherst Town?

The average commute in Amherst Town is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 42.1% of workers drive alone to work, 8.2% use public transit, and 19.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Amherst Town?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Amherst Town is 67.9% White, 4.7% Black or African American, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino. 79.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 20.8% speak Spanish. 1.3% of the population are military veterans. 8.1% of residents have a disability. 97.7% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Hatfield, MA 1,361 pop · 5.0 mi Granby, MA 1,127 pop · 6.8 mi Belchertown, MA 2,299 pop · 8.3 mi Northampton, MA 28,640 pop · 8.9 mi South Deerfield, MA 1,822 pop · 9.2 mi Easthampton Town, MA 16,103 pop · 10.8 mi Holyoke, MA 37,949 pop · 12.6 mi Chicopee, MA 55,213 pop · 13.2 mi Millers Falls, MA 1,081 pop · 14.9 mi Ware, MA 5,723 pop · 15.4 mi Palmer Town, MA 12,372 pop · 15.8 mi Turners Falls, MA 3,949 pop · 16.3 mi Wilbraham, MA 4,247 pop · 16.4 mi Springfield, MA 154,751 pop · 17.2 mi

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