Greenfield, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Franklin County County
Greenfield, MA
At a Glance
How Greenfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Greenfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Greenfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Greenfield residents earn a median household income of $53,961 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,966. The unemployment rate stands at 6.5% (81% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,581 business establishments, including 154 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Greenfield is $252,000 , 11% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $339,342. Median rent is $1,097/month, with 35.5% 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 1945.
Safety & Crime
Greenfield reports 695 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 83% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,009/100K.
Education
37.8% of adults in Greenfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above the national average). 92.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Greenfield 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 totals 49.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.