Median Income
$56,500
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$163,700
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.1%
19% lower than US avg
How Babson Park Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,156
Median Age22.3 yrs
Density761/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Economy
B+
Median Income$56,500
Per Capita$19,695
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$44,304M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$163,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$225,264
Health
Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease7.1%
Climate
Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.8 in/yr
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+78.7%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute20 min
Libraries19
Is Babson Park a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Babson Park receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Babson Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Babson Park is $56,500, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Babson Park is $163,700, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Babson Park has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Babson Park has a population of 1,156 with a density of 761 people per square mile. The median age is 22.3 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83%), with 12.2% Black.
Population
22.3yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Babson Park vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.5% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.5% |
| 51% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Babson Park vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Babson Park is $56,500, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income: Babson Park vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,500 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $19,695 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,071 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,553 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.1% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 17,281 |
| County GDP | $44,304M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,064 |
| Healthcare | 1,371 |
| Retail | 1,926 |
| Manufacturing | 425 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,985 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.05% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
The median home value in Babson Park is $163,700, 42% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,264.
Home Values
| Census Median | $163,700 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $225,264 |
| Median List Price | $384,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $384,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $93 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 82.0% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,985 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.05% |
In Babson Park, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Babson Park vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.0% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.4% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.3% |
| Depression | 20.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,798/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,371 |
Crime Rates: Babson Park vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 121 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Babson Park has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
62°F Jan (17°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 73.9°F |
| 37% above US avg |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 52.8 inches |
| 39% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 761/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.8342°N, 81.5281°W |
| County FIPS | 12105 |