Massachusetts · Metropolitan Area
Milford is a small city in Massachusetts with a population of 27,919. Residents earn $88,992 per year, which is 18% above the national average.
Based on current data, Milford receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Milford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Milford is $88,992, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Milford is $429,800, making it a premium housing market at 52% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,702 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Milford is below the national average at 193 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,621 per 100,000, near the national average.
31.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Milford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches, including 72.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
| English Only | 63.1% |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 36.9% |
| 175% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $88,992 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $43,116 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,625 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $164,234 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.2% |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 26,156 |
| County GDP | $75,071M |
| Restaurants | 1,720 |
| Healthcare | 2,640 |
| Retail | 2,359 |
| Manufacturing | 519 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $11,234 |
| 221% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.61% |
| Commute Time | 35.5 min |
| Work from Home | 12.6% |
| Census Median | $429,800 |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $545,707 |
| Median List Price | $439,000 |
| Median List Price | $439,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $216 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 102.0% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,702 |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,429 |
| Studio | $1,727 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,822 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,300 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,858 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,232 |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $11,234 |
| 221% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.61% |
| Obesity | 33.4% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 13.2% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.9% |
| Depression | 27.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.7% |
| Premature Death | 4,629/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 94.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,640 |
| Total Violent | 193.4/100K |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 31.7/100K |
| Robbery | 24.6/100K |
| Assault | 137.2/100K |
| Total Property | 1,621.3/100K |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 277.8/100K |
| Theft | 1,297.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 45.7/100K |
| Arson | 7.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 43 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 48.1°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.3 inches |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 72.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 282 ft (86 m) |
| Area | 10.2 sq mi (26.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,751/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.1507°N, 71.5178°W |
| County FIPS | 25021 |
Winner: Democrat by 28.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 31.6% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.3% |
| School Test Score | 6.49 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,751/sq mi |
| Total Area | 10.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 20 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 20 |
| Public Libraries | 38 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,640 |
| Restaurants | 1,720 |
| Retail Stores | 2,359 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 43 |
| Avg Commute | 35.5 min |
| Work from Home | 12.6% |