Deerfield, MA

Massachusetts

Deerfield is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 441.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
441 Population 240/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $52,530 per capita
N/A Home Value $435,989 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
374 Violent Crime/100K 1,142 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
374 violent crimes/100K (2% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
70.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Violent Crime 374/100K
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 70.6%
109% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.5%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.1%
70% higher than US avg

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

People

Population441
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density240/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$52,530
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty21.1%
County GDP$3,704M
Commute8 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$435,989

Crime

F
Violent374/100K
Property1,142/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault335/100K
Burglary374/100K

Health

Obesity25.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain49.4 in/yr
Elevation144 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+70.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.49

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 67%
Commute8 min
EV Stations7
Libraries30

Is Deerfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deerfield receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Deerfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Deerfield is below the national average at 374 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,142 per 100,000, 42% below the national average.

Education

Deerfield is a highly educated community — 70.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Deerfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Deerfield has a population of 441 with a density of 240 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.3%), with 5.4% Black.

Population

441
Total Population
240
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Deerfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.3%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.7%
5% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deerfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deerfield is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Deerfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$52,530
Avg Weekly Wage$1,043
IRS Avg AGI$72,193

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.1%
70% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,581
County GDP$3,704M

Business (County)

Restaurants154
Healthcare172
Retail246
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,516
86% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.5 min
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $435,989.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$435,989

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied44.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,516
86% above US avg
In Deerfield, 25.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 18.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.5%
21% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma11.5%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity18.4%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death6,666/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access68.6%
Healthcare Facilities172
Deerfield has a violent crime rate of 374 per 100,000 residents, 2% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,142 per 100,000 (42% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent374.0/100K
2% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape19.7/100K
Robbery19.7/100K
Assault334.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,141.7/100K
42% below US avg
Burglary374.0/100K
Theft728.4/100K
Vehicle Theft39.4/100K
Arson19.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Deerfield has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.4 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density240/sq mi
Coordinates42.5479°N, 72.6024°W
County FIPS25011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 70.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (109% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 37.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 29.6%
D 67.3%

Winner: Democrat by 37.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+70.6%
109% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.49
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density240/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries30
Healthcare Facilities172
Restaurants154
Retail Stores246

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.5 min
Work from Home8.7%

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