Belchertown, MA
Massachusetts · Hampshire County · Amherst Town-Northampton Metro
Belchertown is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 2,299. Residents earn $68,393 per year, which is 9% below the national average.
Data updated April 2026
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How Belchertown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Belchertown a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Belchertown receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Belchertown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Belchertown is $68,393, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Belchertown is $331,500, 18% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $913 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Belchertown is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 362 per 100,000, 82% below the national average.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 42.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Belchertown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches, including 47.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Belchertown vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Belchertown vs U.S. Average
Income: Belchertown vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $68,393 |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $51,319 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,192 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $87,508 |
| Gini Index | 0.461 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.2% |
| 18% 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 | 2.22% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 14.7% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $331,500 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $457,924 |
| Median List Price | $200,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $200,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $158 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 90.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $913 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 31.9% |
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 | 62.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 38.0% |
| Housing Units | 1,405 |
| Median Year Built | 1982 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,350 |
| 110% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.22% |
Health Metrics: Belchertown vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 23.8% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.1% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Cancer | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 11.0% |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.0% |
| Depression | 28.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
| Short Sleep | 33.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.9% |
| Uninsured | 4.2% |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:781 |
| Dentists | 1:1,311 |
| Mental Health | 1:89 |
| Checkup Rate | 79.7% |
| Dental Visits | 72.2% |
| Premature Death | 5,587/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 456 |
Crime Rates: Belchertown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 105.3/100K |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 6.6/100K |
| Robbery | 6.6/100K |
| Assault | 92.1/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 362.0/100K |
| 82% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 79.0/100K |
| Theft | 250.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 32.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Traffic Accidents | 25 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.1 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 547 ft (167 m) |
| Area | 5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 457/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2719°N, 72.4028°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Hampshire County County |
| Nearest Airport | Westfield-Barnes Regional (BAF) 18 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
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 |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-4°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.8 in |
Belchertown has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 24°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (3.1").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 41.9 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Traffic Accidents | 25 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.1 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 42.5% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.2% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 19.1% |
| School Test Score | 6.55 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro / under 250K |
| Population Density | 457/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.0 sq mi |
| County | Hampshire County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 93.6% |
| 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 | 30.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 14.7% |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,429 |
| Toddler | $1,305 |
| Preschool | $997 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $974 |
| Toddler | $879 |
| Preschool | $866 |
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 Belchertown
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belchertown High | High | 637 | 50 | 12.7:1 |
| Chestnut Hill Community School | Middle | 482 | 37 | 13.0:1 |
| Swift River Elementary | Elementary | 474 | 37 | 12.8:1 |
| Jabish Middle School | Middle | 338 | 33 | 10.2:1 |
| Cold Spring | Elementary | 194 | 13 | 14.9:1 |
Radio Stations near Belchertown
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| News Radio 1410 & 100.9 | news, talk | AAC | |
| 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 Belchertown
4 campgrounds found near Belchertown.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffumville Lake (Group Shelter) | 5.0/5 | 1 | $50–$70 |
| 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 Belchertown
233 national parks and monuments found near Belchertown.
| 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 |
| Ashland State Park | State Park | Free |
| Balance Rock 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 |
| Blackstone River Bikeway | State Park | Free |
| Blow Hole State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bluff Point 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 |
| Callahan State Park | State Park | Free |
| Campbell Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Campbell Falls State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Charlestown Breachway | State Park | Free |
| Chicopee Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Clarksburg State Park | State Park | Free |
| Cocumcussoc | 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 |
| Dean Parkway | State Park | Free |
| Deer Hill State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Dennis Hill State Park | State Park | Free |
| Devils Foot Rock | State Park | Free |
| Devils Hopyard State Park | State Park | Free |
| Diamond Hill | State Park | Free |
| Dinosaur State Park | State Park | Free |
| Dunn State Park | State Park | Free |
| Dutton Pines State Park | State Park | Free |
| East Beach | State Park | Free |
| East Beach | State Park | Free |
| East Mountain State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital Donation | 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 |
| Fort Trumbull State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fountain Pond Park | State Park | Free |
| Gardner Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Gaudette | 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 |
| Goddard 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 |
| Haley Farm State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hammonasset Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hampton Ponds State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hannah Robinson Tower | State Park | Free |
| Harkness Memorial 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 |
| Indian Lake Fishing Access | State Park | Free |
| Indian Well 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 |
| 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 |
| Lincoln Woods | State Park | Free |
| Lincoln Woods State Park | State Park | Free |
| Locustville Pond | State Park | Free |
| Lost Lake Boat Ramp | State Park | Free |
| Lowell Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Machimoodus State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mashamoquet Brook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Meshanticut 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 |
| Misquamicut State Beach | 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 Greylock State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Mount Holyoke Range State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mount Tom State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mount Tom State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Mowry Pond | State Park | Free |
| Narrow River Fishing Access | 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 |
| Osbornedale 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 |
| Pink House Cove Ice Fishing | 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 |
| Potowomut Pond Access | State Park | Free |
| Prospect Hill | State Park | Free |
| Purgatory Chasm State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Putnam Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Putnam Park | 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 |
| Rocky Neck State Park | State Park | Free |
| Roger Wheeler State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Roger Williams National Memorial | National Memorial | Free |
| Ronci | 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 |
| Scarborough Beach | State Park | Free |
| Scarborough State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Schofield Park | State Park | Free |
| Seaside State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sefsick | State Park | Free |
| Selden Neck Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Selden Neck State Park | State Park | Free |
| Shady Lea | State Park | Free |
| Shaftsbury State Park | State Park | Free |
| Silver Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Silver Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Silver Spring Lake Fishing Access | 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 |
| South Main Street Park | State Park | Free |
| South Shore Management Area | State Park | Free |
| Southford Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Springfield Armory National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| State Beach | State Park | Free |
| State House grounds | State Park | Free |
| State Park | State Park | Free |
| State Pier No. 5 | 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 |
| Sunny Brook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sunset Rock State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Sweet Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Taconic Trail State Park | State Park | Free |
| Talcott Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Tarbox | 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 |
| Wadsworth Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wahconah Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wakefield Pond Access Area | State Park | Free |
| Weekapaug Fishing Area/Breachway | 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 |
Historical Trends — Belchertown
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 3,087 | $39,149 |
| 2015 | 3,289 | $41,425 |
| 2017 | 2,955 | $77,948 |
| 2019 | 2,874 | $78,578 |
| 2021 | 2,557 | $77,431 |
| 2023 | 2,299 | $68,393 |
Museums in Belchertown
| 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 | |
| WILLIAM BLIZARD GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | $157,821,326 | ||
| 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 | ||
| NAISMITH MEMORIAL BASKETBALL HALL OF FAME | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8774466752 | $6,550,688 | |
| ERIC CARLE MUSEUM OF PICTURE BOOK ART | ART MUSEUM | 4136581100 | $2,337,678 | |
| HOLYOKE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4135342214 | $1,592,140 | |
| FOREST PARK ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | �302 SUMNER AVE | 4137332251 | $801,253 |
| 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 | |
| MARTHA A PARSONS HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8607456064 | $75,588 | |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| LONGMEADOW HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4135673600 | $37,804 | |
| STORRS HOUSE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4135673600 | $37,804 | |
| ATHENEUM SOCIETY OF WILBRAHAM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4135964097 | $15,572 | |
| OLD MEETING HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4135964097 | $15,572 | |
| KEEP HOMESTEAD MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 35 ELY RD | 4132674137 | $3,162 |
| EAST LONGMEADOW HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME | GENERAL MUSEUM | 180 MAPLE STREET | 4135255460 | $2,264 |
| AGAWAM HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4137894631 | ||
| AMAZING WORLD OF DR SUESS MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 21 EDWARDS ST | ||
| AMY H. CARBERRY FINE ARTS GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | |||
| 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 | ||
| CENTER FOR VISUAL ARTS IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST | ART MUSEUM | |||
| CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF HOLYOKE | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 444 DWIGHT STREET | ||
| CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF WILBRAHAM | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 678 MAIN ST | 4135962472 | |
| DINOSAUR TRACK QUARRY | GENERAL MUSEUM | �39 ALDRICH STREET | 4134679566 | |
| DR. SEUSS NATIONAL MEMORIAL SCULPTURE GARDEN | GENERAL MUSEUM | 21 EDWARDS ST | ||
| EMILY DICKINSON: THE HOMESTEAD AND THE EVERGREENS | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4135422152 | ||
| GEORGE WALTER VINCENT SMITH ART MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 21 EDWARDS ST | ||
| 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 | ||
| HARDWICK HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4139674002 | ||
| HATFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4132470308 | ||
| HISTORIC CLASSICAL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | SPRINGFIELDS CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL MUSEUM | 4137333030 | |
| HISTORIC NEW SALEM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6 OLD MAIN ST | 9785440278 | |
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE TOWN OF HAMPDEN | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 616 MAIN ST | 4135665803 | |
| JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4136650066 | ||
| KNOX TRAIL HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| LEVERETT SCHOOLHOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 220 N LEVERETT RD | ||
| LYMAN & MERRIE WOOD MUSEUM OF SPRINGFIELD HISTORY | GENERAL MUSEUM | 21 EDWARDS ST | ||
| MATTOON STREET HISTORIC PRESERVATIO ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | PO BOX 3274 | ||
| MICHELE & DONALD D'AMOUR MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 21 EDWARDS ST | ||
| NASH DINOSAUR TRACKS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4134679566 | ||
| NORCROSS CENTER | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4135251122 | ||
| OSSORIO FOUNDATION | ART MUSEUM | |||
| PAN AFRICAN HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4137331823 | ||
| 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 | |||
| POLISH CENTER OF DISCOVERY AND LEARNING | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4135920001 | ||
| RAMAPOGUE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4137326187 | ||
| SEYMOUR PLANETARIUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 220 STATE STREET | ||
| SHUTESBURY HISTORICAL COMMISSION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| SMITH AND WESSON | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4137818300 | ||
| SMITH COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART | ART MUSEUM | 4135852760 | ||
| SPRINGFIELD ARMORY NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE-MAIN ARSENAL BUILDING | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4137348551 | ||
| STONE HOUSE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4133236573 | ||
| STORROWTON VILLAGE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| 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 | |||
| WARE CENTER MEETING HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4139674995 | ||
| WORDS AND PICTURES MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4135869855 | ||
| YIDDISH BOOK CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| ZONE ART CENTER | ART MUSEUM |
Libraries in Belchertown
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPRINGFIELD CITY LIBRARY | 220 STATE ST. | 0.0 | 712,817 | |||
| JONES LIBRARY, INC. | 43 AMITY STREET | 0.0 | 318,868 | |||
| CHICOPEE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 449 FRONT ST. | 0.0 | 250,699 | |||
| FORBES LIBRARY | 20 WEST ST. | 0.0 | 208,140 | |||
| AGAWAM PUBLIC LIBRARY | 750 COOPER STREET | 0.0 | 176,025 | |||
| WEST SPRINGFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 200 PARK ST. | 0.0 | 144,522 | |||
| HUBBARD MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 24 CENTER STREET | 0.0 | 142,175 | |||
| EAST LONGMEADOW PUBLIC LIBRARY | 60 CENTER SQUARE | 0.0 | 136,945 | |||
| RICHARD SALTER STORRS LIBRARY | 693 LONGMEADOW ST. | 0.0 | 116,000 | |||
| SOUTH HADLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 2 CANAL STREET | 0.0 | 98,417 | |||
| CLAPP MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 19 S. MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 92,312 | |||
| WILBRAHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY | 25 CRANE PARK DRIVE | 0.0 | 81,846 | |||
| PALMER PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1455 NORTH MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 79,473 | |||
| ATHOL PUBLIC LIBRARY | 568 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 74,860 | |||
| SUNDERLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY | 20 SCHOOL ST. | 0.0 | 48,477 | |||
| MONSON FREE LIBRARY & READING ROOM | 2 HIGH STREET | 0.0 | 37,199 | |||
| TILTON LIBRARY | 75 NORTH MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 30,252 | |||
| YOUNG MEN'S LIBRARY ASSOCIATION | 37 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 23,628 | |||
| LEVERETT LIBRARY | 75 MONTAGUE ROAD | 0.0 | 18,384 | |||
| GOODWIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 50 MIDDLE STREET | 0.0 | 16,080 | |||
| HAMPDEN FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 625 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 15,746 | |||
| PELHAM LIBRARY | 2 SOUTH VALLEY ROAD | 0.0 | 14,056 | |||
| WARREN PUBLIC LIBRARY | 934 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 11,652 | |||
| M. N. SPEAR MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 10 COOLEYVILLE ROAD | 0.0 | 10,780 | |||
| HATFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 39 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 10,393 | |||
| GAYLORD MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 47 COLLEGE STREET | 0.0 | 9,429 | |||
| GILBERTVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 259 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 8,192 | |||
| PETERSHAM MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 23 COMMON ST. | 0.0 | 6,872 | |||
| WEST WARREN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION | 2370 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 6,769 | |||
| NEW SALEM PUBLIC LIBRARY | 23 SOUTH MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 6,639 | |||
| BRIMFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 25 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 4,671 | |||
| PAIGE MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 87 PETERSHAM ROAD | 0.0 | 4,137 | |||
| WALES PUBLIC LIBRARY | 77 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 3,678 | |||
| S. WHITE DICKINSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 202 CHESTNUT PLAIN ROAD | 0.0 | 2,203 | |||
| HOLLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY | 23 STURBRIDGE RD. | 0.0 | 1,962 |
Farmers Markets in Belchertown
| 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 | |
| Brimfield at Hitchcock Free Academy | Hitchcock Free Academy, a community center parking lot, at 2 Brookfield Rd. | 04/19/2014 to 10/27/2018 | Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Yes | 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; | ||
| City Soul Market | 700 State St. | Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | |||
| Farmers Market - Wilbraham/The Rice Market | 756 Main Street, | ||||
| Farmers' Market at Forest Park aka The Farmers' Market at the X | Forest Park at Cyr Arena | May to October | Tue:12:30 PM - 6:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Hampden Farmers Market | 123 Allen Street | 05/09/2015 to 10/24/2015 | Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | ||
| Hardwick Farmers' Market | Town Green | June to October | sun:11:00 am - 2:00 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 | ||||
| Klem's Farmer's Market in Spencer | 117 West Main Street, Route 9 | 06/14/2014 to 10/25/2014 | Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Local Harvest Farmers Mkt at the Longmeadow Shops | 666 Bliss St | June to October | Thu:2:00 PM - 7:00 PM; | ||
| Monson Farmers' Market | 5 High Street | 05/19/2016 to 09/29/2016 | Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM; | Visit | |
| 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 |
| Palmer/Three Rivers Farmers' Market | Hryiewicz Park, 2150 Springfield Street. | 06/16/2014 to 10/27/2014 | Mon: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM; | ||
| Petersham Friday Market | 06/17/2016 to 10/21/2016 | 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 | |
| Springfield Cooperative Farmers Market | 158 Avocado Street | 05/03/2014 to 06/21/2014 | Sat: 7:00 AM-11:00 AM; | Visit | |
| Springfield Winter Farmers' Market | 302 Sumner Ave. | ||||
| STCC Farmers' Market | One Armory Square | 09/05/2018 to 11/14/2018 | Wed: 11:30 AM-2:00 PM; | ||
| Ware Farmers' Market | West Street next to CVS | May to October | Sat:10:00 AM - 1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| wilbraham winter farmers market | 2301 Boston Road | 12/05/2015 to 04/30/2016 | Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; |
Restaurants in Belchertown
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Belchertown
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Belchertown
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Belchertown
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Belchertown
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Belchertown
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Belchertown
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Belchertown
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Belchertown
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Gabriel Narutowicz Inc | Bars & Clubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Membership, Ware, recreation, Social, Associations/Non-Profits, | 11 E Main St | 4139679976 | |
| Hardwick Sugar Shack | Syrups Malt, Breweries, Hardwick, Food And Kindred Products, Malt beverages, Syrups, malt, , Home | 572 Jackson Rd | 4134770932 | |
| Iron Duke Brewing | Food & Drink, Breweries | 122 100 State Saint Stockhouse122 | ||
| Opa Opa Tent At The Big E | Brewery | Eastern States Exposition The Big E | ||
| Paper City Brewery | Brewery | 108 Cabot St | 4135351588 | Visit |
| T J Sport House | Bars, Bars & Clubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Food & Entertainment, Taverns, Bar & Grill Restaurants | 1664 Main St | 4137864874 | |
| Tree House Brewing Company | Agriculture, Farms, General Farms, Primarily Crop, Brewery, Monson, MA | 160 E Hill Rd | 4139491891, 4132673396 |
Ski Resorts Near Belchertown
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Snow | 60.0 | 20 | 1,095 | $81 | November - April | — | Yes |
Pharmacies in Belchertown
2 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CVS - 1230 | 151 NORTH MAIN STREET | 413-323-9691 |
| SUPER STOP AND SHOP - 435 | 40 GEORGE HANNUM ROAD | 413-323-9096 |
Daycare Centers in Belchertown
5 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.
| Facility | Type | Phone | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| BELCHERTOWN COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL ASSOCIATION, INC. 31 MAIN ST |
CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP | (413) 323-4795 | OPEN |
| BELCHERTOWN DAY SCHOOL 90 FRONT ST |
CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP | (413) 323-8108 | OPEN |
| BELCHERTOWN KIDZ CLUB, LLC 4 STADLER ST UNIT 2 |
CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP | (413) 323-5439 | OPEN |
| JITTERBUGS EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM 20 STADLER STREET |
CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP | (413) 323-5110 | OPEN |
| LITTLE FRIENDS CHILD CARE CENTER, INC. 58 DANIEL SHAYS HWY |
CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP | (413) 323-8447 | OPEN |
EV Charging Stations in Belchertown
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAGGI EV1 STATE ST | 442 State St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| NINJA OFFICE LOZ1 | 3 Stadler St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| NINJA OFFICE LOZ2 | 1 Stadler St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| NINJA OFFICE LOZ3 | 3 Stadler St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public |
Cell Towers in Belchertown
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| (Pelham 2) 320 Daniel Shays Highway | LTOWER | 73 |
| (Pelham 2) 320 Daniel Shays Highway | LTOWER | 73 |
| 38 GILBERT ROAD (41905) | MTOWER | 61 |
| 38 GILBERT ROAD (41905) | MTOWER | 61 |
| WARREN 0.5 MI. NE OF DEVILS LANE AND BROOKFIELD ROAD | TOWER | 59 |
| WARREN 0.5 MI. NE OF DEVILS LANE AND BROOKFIELD ROAD | TOWER | 59 |
| 188 Stafford Road | MTOWER | 58 |
| 188 Stafford Road | MTOWER | 58 |
| (Warren site) Devils Lane | GTOWER | 57 |
| 57 Dearth Hill Road | MTOWER | 54 |
| 57 Dearth Hill Road | MTOWER | 54 |
Fire Stations in Belchertown
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belchertown Fire Department | 10 N Main ST | Mostly volunteer | 413-323-7571 | ||
| Ludlow Fire Department | 574 Center ST | Career | 413-583-8332 |
Power Plants Near Belchertown
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BELCHERTOWN RENEWABLES COMMUNITY SOLAR | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -72.3 | OP |
| BELCHERTOWN | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -72.4 | OP |
Bridges in Belchertown
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1949 | 116 | 21,600 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1955 | 32 | 9,828 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2007 | 106 | 6,315 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1956 | 41 | 4,650 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1939 | 25 | 2,716 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1956 | 30 | 300 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1952 | 25 | 50 | P |
Amtrak Stations in Belchertown
3 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Holyoke, MA | 74 Main Street | TRAIN |
| Northampton, MA | 170 Pleasant Street | TRAIN |
| Springfield, MA | 55 Frank B. Murray Street | TRAIN |
Superfund Sites Near Belchertown
4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| BERKSHIRE POWER | 36 MOYLAN LANE | HAMPDEN |
| HOLYOKE WATER POWER MOUNT TOM STATION | 200 NORTHAMPTON ST | HAMPDEN |
| SPAULDING CORPORATION | HAMPDEN | |
| WARE COGEN LTD PARTNERSHIP | 60 EAST MAIN STREET | HAMPSHIRE |
Airports Near Belchertown
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 |
| Bee Field | — | Small Airport |
| Blueberry Hill Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brookline 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 |
| Gager Field | — | Small Airport |
| Gallup Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gardner Municipal Airport | GDM | Small Airport |
| Green Acres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hadley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Heckler Field | — | Small Airport |
| Huff Memorial Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jaffrey Airfield Silver Ranch Airport | AFN | Small Airport |
| Kendalls Lndg Area Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laurie Field | — | 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 |
| Rankl Field | — | Small Airport |
| Riconn Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Roberts Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Robertson Field | — | Small Airport |
| Salmon River Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Santa's Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Simsbury Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Skis Landing Area Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Belchertown
28 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Agawam Police Department | 681 Springfield Street | |
| Brimfield Police Department | 34 Wales Road | |
| Chicopee Police Dept | 110 Church Street | |
| Chicopee Police Dept- Community Substation | 808 Chicopee Street | |
| Deerfield Police Department | 8 Conway Street | |
| East Longmeadow Police Dept | 160 Somers Road | |
| Gilbertville Police Dept | 307 Main Street | |
| Granby Police Department | 259 East State Street | |
| Hadley Police Dept | 15 East Street | |
| Hampden County Sheriff | 627 Randall Road | |
| Hatfield Police Dept | 59 Main Street | |
| Holland Police | 27 Sturbridge Road | |
| Leverett Police Department | 95 Montague Road | |
| Ludlow Police Dept | 612 Chapin Street | |
| Monson Police Dept | 110 Main Street | |
| New Salem Police Department | 19 South Main Street | |
| Pelham Police Department | 2 South Valley Road | |
| Petersham Police Station | 15 East Street | |
| Shutesbury Police Dept | 1 Cooleyville Road | |
| South Hadley Police Dept | 41 Bridge Street | |
| Springfield Police Metro Unit Substation | ||
| State Police Belchertown | 485 Ware Road | |
| State Police Springfield | 600 Liberty Street | |
| Sunderland Police Station- Shelburne F | 105 River Road | |
| Wales Police Dept | 3 Hollow Road | |
| West Springfield Police Dept | 26 Central Street | |
| West Springfield Police Dept - Subst. | 381 Main Street | |
| Wilbraham Police Dept | 16 Main Street |
Grocery Stores in Belchertown
9 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Belchertown Farmers And Artisans Market 46-5562936 | Farmers and Markets | 25 Park St |
| CVS PHARMACY 1230 | Other | 151 N Main St |
| D.E.P. Ram Corporation | Convenience Store | 10 Federal St |
| Family Dollar 9262 | Other | 125 N Main St |
| Phoenix Fruit Farm | Farmers and Markets | 249 Sabin St |
| Pride 607 | Convenience Store | 165 State St |
| Shree Manki Inc.dba Checkers General Store And De | Grocery Store | 2 Stadler St |
| Stop & Shop 435 | Supermarket | 40 George Hannum Rd |
| Summit Farm NAFMNP | Farmers and Markets | 70 Summit St |
Treatment Centers in Belchertown
35 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ADMHA SA and Recovery Services | Substance Abuse | 413-266-2207 x0 |
| 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 |
| Behavioral Health Network (BHN) - Valley Human Services Outpatient Trt | Both | 413-301-9400 |
| BestLife | Substance Abuse | 413-732-0370 |
| CHD - OBHS Springfield | Both | 413-737-1426 |
| CHD - Outpatient Behavioral Health Servs | Both | 413-737-4718 |
| CleanSlate Centers | Substance Abuse | 413-341-1787 |
| Cornerstone Recovery | Substance Abuse | 413-758-4050 x4651 |
| 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 |
| Golden Years Behavioral Health | Both | 413-224-2015 |
| Goodwin House | Substance Abuse | 413-316-1642 |
| Griswold Behavioral Health Center | Both | 413-370-5285 |
| GRIT - Ridgewood | Substance Abuse | 844-642-9355 |
| GRIT Yale - CoOccurring Enhanced (COE) | Substance Abuse | 413-233-5354 |
| Holyoke Medical Center Inc - Partial Hosp and Intensive Outpt Prog | Both | 413-534-2653 |
| McLean Ambulatory and Residential - Treatment Center at Naukeag | Substance Abuse | 800-230-8764 |
| Mental Health Association (MHA) - GRIT | Substance Abuse | 413-747-5384 |
| 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 | 413-732-0040 |
| ServiceNet OP Behavioral Center - Amherst Clinic | Both | 413-584-6855 x2 |
| ServiceNet OP Behavioral Center - Northampton Clinic | Both | 413-584-6855 x2 |
| Springfield Comprehensive Trt Ctr - Habit Opco LLC | Substance Abuse | 413-733-3488 |
| Three Rivers Program | Mental Health | 413-733-4032 x200 |
| VA Central Western Massachusetts - Springfield CBOC | Both | 413-584-4040 x6007 |
DOL Wage Violations in Belchertown
4 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $12,739 in back wages owed to 46 employees.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Student - Belchertown | — | — | 01007 | — | 1 | $11,413 | $278 | 41 |
| Community Options | — | — | 01007 | — | 1 | $833 | $278 | 3 |
| Theatrix | — | — | 01007 | — | 1 | $406 | $406 | 1 |
| Belchertown Public Schools | — | — | 01007 | — | 1 | $87 | $87 | 1 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Belchertown
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| BETHEL MINISTRIES FOR ALL NATIONS INC | 55 N MAIN ST APT 16 |
| DWIGHT CHAPEL INC | PO BOX 1270 |
| ROMAN CATHOLIC BISHOP OF SPRINGFIELD A CORP SOLE FOR ST FRA | PO BOX 612 |
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What is the population of Belchertown?
Belchertown has a population of 2,299 residents and is located in Massachusetts. The population density is 457 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.7% female and 44.3% male.
Is Belchertown expensive to live in?
Belchertown 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 $68,393, 9% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $331,500 (18% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $913 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Belchertown safe?
Belchertown is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 362 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Belchertown receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Belchertown?
Belchertown 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 71°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.5 inches, with 47.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.
How is the job market in Belchertown?
The job market in Belchertown is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / well below the national rate 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 30 minutes, and 14.7% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Belchertown?
The median home value in Belchertown is $331,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $457,924. For renters, the median monthly rent is $913. Fair market rent is $1,822 for a 1-bedroom and $2,300 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 62.0%. The average annual property tax is $7,350.
How are the schools in Belchertown?
Schools in Belchertown score 6.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 42.5% of adults in Belchertown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. 19.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Belchertown?
The obesity rate in Belchertown is 23.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.0% of adults are smokers. 17.0% are physically inactive. 28.2% of residents report depression. 4.2% 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 Belchertown?
The average commute in Belchertown is 30 minutes. 81.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.7% work from home.
What are the demographics of Belchertown?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Belchertown is 89.3% White, 7.2% Black or African American, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 90.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.2% speak Spanish. 6.7% of the population are military veterans. 15.6% of residents have a disability. 98.9% have health insurance coverage.
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