Chicopee, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Hampden County County
Chicopee, MA
At a Glance
How Chicopee Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chicopee's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chicopee a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chicopee residents earn a median household income of $66,927 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,140. The unemployment rate stands at 6.5% (81% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 18,727 business establishments, including 907 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chicopee is $251,800 , 11% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $322,260. Median rent is $1,108/month, with 30.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1957.
Safety & Crime
Chicopee reports 536 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 41% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,813/100K. The murder rate is 9.0/100K.
Education
23.2% of adults in Chicopee hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 87.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Chicopee has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.