Massachusetts · Metropolitan Area
Chester is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 692. Residents earn $86,042 per year, which is 14% above the national average.
Based on current data, Chester receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Chester stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Chester is $86,042, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
The median home value in Chester is $203,300, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,095 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Chester has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.1 inches, including 77.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $86,042 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,152 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,192 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $87,508 |
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 1.9% |
| 85% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,928 |
| County GDP | $10,389M |
| Restaurants | 384 |
| Healthcare | 456 |
| Retail | 493 |
| Manufacturing | 138 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,350 |
| 110% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.62% |
| Commute Time | 29.9 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |
| Census Median | $203,300 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $285,845 |
| Median List Price | $700,000 |
| Median List Price | $700,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $165 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 76.0% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 6 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,095 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,727 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,822 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,300 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,858 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,232 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,350 |
| 110% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.62% |
| Obesity | 31.2% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.8% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.2% |
| Asthma | 12.6% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.9% |
| Depression | 29.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.1% |
| Premature Death | 5,587/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 456 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Annual Average | 45.3°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 54.1 inches |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 77.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 597 ft (182 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 494/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2807°N, 72.9801°W |
| County FIPS | 25015 |
Winner: Democrat by 41.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.1% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.9% |
| School Test Score | 6.49 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 494/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.4 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 25 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 456 |
| Restaurants | 384 |
| Retail Stores | 493 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 29.9 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |