Baldwinville, MA

Massachusetts

Baldwinville is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 2,454. Residents earn $56,957 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,454 Population 955/sq mi density
$56,957 Median Income $28,354 per capita
$284,900 Home Value $351,017 Zillow
$792 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$56,957 median income, 13.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$284,900 home value, $792/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,957
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $284,900
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $792
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.2%
267% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,454
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density955/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,957
Per Capita$28,354
Unemployment13.2%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$5,175M
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$284,900
Rent$792
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$351,017

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Elevation859 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+79.3%
School Score6.49

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute27 min
Libraries25

Is Baldwinville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baldwinville receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Baldwinville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baldwinville is $56,957, 24% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.2%, unemployment is notably high. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Baldwinville is $284,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $792 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Baldwinville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches, including 50.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Baldwinville has a population of 2,454 with a density of 955 people per square mile. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

2,454
Total Population
955
People / sq mi
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Baldwinville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Baldwinville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baldwinville is $56,957, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Baldwinville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,957
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,354
Avg Weekly Wage$1,142
IRS Avg AGI$88,980

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.2%
267% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,280
County GDP$5,175M

Business (County)

Restaurants189
Healthcare169
Retail339
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,150
190% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Work from Home23.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Baldwinville is $284,900, 1% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $792 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $351,017.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$284,900
1% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$351,017

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$792
32% below US avg

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

Owner-Occupied80.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,150
190% above US avg
Effective Rate3.56%
In Baldwinville, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.8% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Baldwinville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma13.3%
COPD6.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression29.8%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death7,142/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access68.2%
Healthcare Facilities169

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Baldwinville has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall50.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation859 ft (262 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density955/sq mi
Coordinates42.6048°N, 72.0788°W
County FIPS33005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.6%
D 54.4%

Winner: Democrat by 9.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+79.3%
School Test Score6.49
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density955/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities169
Restaurants189
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home23.7%

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