Monson Center, MA

Massachusetts · Hampden County · Springfield Metro

Monson Center is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 1,794. Residents earn $58,603 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0

C+ Fair

1,794 Population 534/sq mi density

$58,603 Median Income $37,461 per capita

$279,500 Home Value $462,977 Zillow

$770 Median Rent 32.6% income on rent

48°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr

76 Violent Crime/100K 1,032 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.6 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

2.3 / 5.0

$58,603 median income, 10.8% unemployment

B+

Affordability

4.0 / 5.0

$279,500 home value, $770/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

76 violent crimes/100K (80% below avg)

C+

Education

3.0 / 5.0

24.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $58,603

22% lower than US avg

Home Value $279,500

1% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 76/100K

80% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 24.8%

26% lower than US avg

Median Rent $770

34% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.9%

2% higher than US avg

Unemployment 10.8%

200% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 20.0%

61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,794

Median Age47.3 yrs

Density534/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans4.1%

Economy

Median Income$58,603

Per Capita$37,461

Unemployment10.8%

Poverty20.0%

County GDP$30,598M

Commute44 min

Housing

B+

Home Value$279,500

Rent$770

Ownership59.8%

Zillow$462,977

Housing Units873

Rent Burden32.6%

Crime

Violent76/100K

Property1,032/100K

Health

Obesity32.9%

Uninsured5.0%

Smoking15.8%

Depression30.0%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI37 (Good)

Rain48.6 in/yr

Sunny Days246/yr

Elevation721 ft (220 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+24.8%

High School+90.7%

Graduate+8.1%

School Score5.55

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 53%

Commute44 min

Broadband83.2%

EV Stations1

Libraries33

Is Monson Center a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Monson Center receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Monson Center has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Monson Center is $58,603, 22% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Monson Center is $279,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $770 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Monson Center is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 76 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,032 per 100,000, 47% below the national average.

Education

24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Monson Center experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches, including 63.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Monson Center has a population of 1,794 with a density of 534 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (92.5%), with 2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.5% of residents, while 6.5% speak Spanish. 4.1% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 20.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,794

Total Population

534

People / sq mi

47.3yrs

Median Age

22% above US avg

3.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%

Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Monson Center vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.5%

19% above US avg

Spanish 6.5%

51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Monson Center vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Monson Center is $58,603, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,461. The average weekly wage is $1,208, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 18,727 business establishments, including 907 restaurants. The cost of living index is 105.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 15.0% of workers work from home.

Income: Monson Center vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$58,603
	22% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$37,461
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,208
IRS Avg AGI	$69,945
Gini Index	0.471 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	10.8%
	200% above US avg
Poverty Rate	20.0%
	61% above US avg
Establishments (County)	18,727
County GDP	$30,598M

Business (County)

Restaurants	907
Healthcare	1,223
Retail	1,468
Manufacturing	478

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,506
	86% above US avg
Cost of Living	105.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	44.4 min
Drive Alone	75.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	15.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Monson Center is $279,500, 1% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $462,977, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 100.3% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $770 (34% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,822 for a one-bedroom to $2,300 for a two-bedroom apartment. 59.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 873 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $6,506 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 32.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$279,500
	1% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$462,977

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$255
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	100.3%
Price Drops	25.0%
Inventory	4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$770
	34% below US avg
Rent Burden	32.6%

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

Homeownership	59.8%
Owner-Occupied	59.8%
Renter-Occupied	40.2%
Housing Units	873
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,506
	86% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.33%

In Monson Center, 32.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 29.9% have high blood pressure. 15.8% are current smokers. 19.9% report binge drinking. 24.4% are physically inactive. 30.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.6% experience frequent mental distress. 5.0% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,502. The dentist ratio is 1:1,095. 95.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Monson Center vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.9%
	2% above US avg
Diabetes	8.7%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	29.9%
Asthma	13.1%
COPD	6.7%
Cancer	7.9%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.8%
	13% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.9%
Physical Inactivity	24.4%
Depression	30.0%
Mental Distress	20.6%
Physical Distress	14.3%
Short Sleep	37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.1%
Uninsured	5.0%
	42% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,502
Dentists	1:1,095
Mental Health	1:86
Checkup Rate	78.0%
Dental Visits	68.0%
Premature Death	8,992/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.1/10
Exercise Access	95.7%
Healthcare Facilities	1,223

Monson Center has a violent crime rate of 76 per 100,000 residents, 80% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,032 per 100,000, 47% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 52 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Monson Center receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	75.7/100K
	80% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	1,031.6/100K
	47% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	52
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Monson Center experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 63.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. The city sits at an elevation of 721 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	48.3°F
	11% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	721 ft (220 m)
Area	3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density	534/sq mi
Coordinates	42.0979°N, 72.2961°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Hampden County County
Nearest Airport	Westfield-Barnes Regional (BAF) 22 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.6"

28% above US avg

Snowfall 63.5"

Wettest Month (Nov) 4.37"

Driest Month (Feb) 3.46"

Air Quality

AQI Median	37.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0438 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	11.3 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.22 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	7.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	92.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability	64.5 / 100
Community Resilience	73.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Relatively High
Earthquake	Relatively Moderate
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

25 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Feb 15, 2018.

Oct 2, 1994	6 km W of Hardwick, Massachusetts	M3.7	28 km
Oct 6, 1992	1 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire	M3.4	148 km
Oct 2, 1994	1 km NW of Hardwick, Massachusetts	M3.3	30 km
Jan 12, 2015	0 km NE of Wauregan, Connecticut	M3.3	51 km
Jun 16, 2000	5 km NE of Granville, Massachusetts	M3.3	43 km
Sep 26, 2010	2 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire	M3.2	148 km
Jan 10, 1999	2 km ENE of Merrimac, Massachusetts	M3.1	136 km
Mar 22, 1996	2 km NE of Bristol, Rhode Island	M3.1	98 km
Jan 27, 2000	3 km WNW of Fremont, New Hampshire	M3.0	136 km
Jan 10, 1999	1 km NNE of Merrimac, Massachusetts	M3.0	135 km
Mar 21, 2016	4 km ESE of Warner, New Hampshire	M2.8	137 km
Sep 28, 2002	2 km N of Wilton, New Hampshire	M2.8	98 km
Mar 10, 1992	2 km SW of Napeague, New York	M2.8	124 km
Oct 11, 1990	5 km NNE of The Pinehills, Massachusetts	M2.7	144 km
Oct 13, 1999	2 km E of Littleton Common, Massachusetts	M2.7	87 km
Feb 15, 2018	0 km SE of East Kingston, New Hampshire	M2.7	140 km
Sep 30, 1991	0 km SSE of Bedford, New Hampshire	M2.7	114 km
Aug 14, 2014	6 km SW of Deep River Center, Connecticut	M2.7	85 km
Oct 11, 2013	New Hampshire	M2.6	136 km
Apr 22, 1996	3 km NE of North Westport, Massachusetts	M2.6	112 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Bob (1991, Cat 2).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1991	Bob	Category 2	108 km
1985	Gloria	Category 1	47 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

275 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 112 fatalities, 2,256 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 29, 1995	EF4	94 km	3
Jul 10, 1989	EF4	94 km	0
Oct 3, 1979	EF4	39 km	3
Aug 28, 1973	EF4	99 km	4
Jun 9, 1953	EF4	43 km	94
Jun 1, 2011	EF3	37 km	3
Jun 22, 1981	EF3	50 km	0
Sep 13, 1971	EF3	40 km	0
Jul 29, 1971	EF3	87 km	0
Oct 3, 1970	EF3	28 km	1
May 20, 1963	EF3	91 km	0
May 24, 1962	EF3	92 km	1
May 10, 1954	EF3	24 km	0
Jun 9, 1953	EF3	44 km	0
Aug 21, 1951	EF3	60 km	0
Aug 18, 2023	EF2	68 km	0
Jul 11, 2006	EF2	51 km	0
Jun 23, 2001	EF2	76 km	0
Jul 3, 1997	EF2	77 km	0
Jul 3, 1997	EF2	98 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

2 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: EAST MOUNTAIN (964 ac, 2021).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2021	EAST MOUNTAIN	964	99 km
2005	THE RANGE	760	69 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	25°F (-4°C)	3.8 in
February	24°F (-4°C)	3.5 in	Coldest, Driest
March	33°F (1°C)	3.9 in
April	44°F (7°C)	4.1 in
May	55°F (13°C)	4.1 in
June	64°F (18°C)	4.1 in
July	71°F (22°C)	3.8 in	Warmest
August	68°F (20°C)	3.9 in
September	61°F (16°C)	4.0 in
October	50°F (10°C)	4.0 in
November	40°F (5°C)	4.4 in	Wettest
December	29°F (-2°C)	4.1 in

Monson Center has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 24°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (3.5").

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Monson Center is located in Hampden County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 24.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 26% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 53.4% of the vote, a 8.9-point margin. 83.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 33 public libraries serving the community. 1,223 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.5%

D 53.4%

Winner: Democrat by 8.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	52
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	24.8%
	26% below US avg
High School+	90.7%
Graduate Degree+	8.1%
School Test Score	5.55

C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	534/sq mi
Total Area	3.4 sq mi
County	Hampden County County

Services

Broadband Access	83.2%
Avg Download Speed	158.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	13.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	33
Healthcare Facilities	1,223
Restaurants	907
Retail Stores	1,468

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	44.4 min
Drive Alone	75.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	15.0%

Average costs for common services in Monson Center. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$265 ($159–$423)
Specialist Visit	$370 ($212–$582)
Urgent Care Visit	$212 ($106–$370)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,328 ($846–$5,290)
Dental Cleaning	$138 ($79–$212)
Dental Filling	$265 ($159–$423)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$48 ($26–$79)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$79 ($53–$127)
Brake Pad Replacement	$317 ($159–$529)
Tire Rotation	$42 ($21–$79)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$635 ($423–$1,058)
Battery Replacement	$212 ($106–$370)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$106 ($63–$159)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$95 ($53–$148)
HVAC Repair	$423 ($159–$846)
HVAC System Install	$7,406 ($4,232–$12,696)
Roof Repair	$1,058 ($423–$2,116)
Roof Replacement	$9,522 ($5,819–$15,870)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,587 ($529–$3,703)
Divorce (Contested)	$15,870 ($5,290–$31,740)
DUI Defense	$5,290 ($2,116–$10,580)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,587 ($846–$3,174)
Will Preparation	$529 ($212–$1,058)
Trust Preparation	$2,645 ($1,058–$5,290)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$26 ($16–$48)
Women's Haircut	$58 ($32–$106)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$159 ($79–$265)
Manicure	$26 ($16–$48)
Pedicure	$42 ($26–$69)
Massage (1 Hour)	$85 ($53–$138)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.34 ($3.17–$5.82)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.70 ($2.65–$5.29)
Loaf of Bread	$4.02 ($2.65–$5.82)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.76 ($3.17–$6.88)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.82 ($4.23–$7.94)
Rice (per lb)	$1.06 ($0.63–$1.90)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$148 ($85–$265)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$74 ($32–$159)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$74 ($42–$127)
Internet (Monthly)	$74 ($42–$106)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$69 ($32–$106)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$90 ($53–$159)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$212 ($79–$529)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,116 ($1,270–$3,703)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$74 ($32–$138)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$16 ($8.46–$26)
Car Registration (Annual)	$106 ($32–$265)
Driver's License Renewal	$32 ($16–$79)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,270 ($635–$2,645)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,058 ($529–$2,116)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$423 ($212–$741)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$53 ($26–$106)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,058 ($423–$2,645)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,225 ($5,290–$31,740)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$63 ($32–$106)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$106 ($53–$212)
Dog Grooming	$63 ($32–$106)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$42 ($21–$79)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$317 ($159–$529)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$212 ($106–$423)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,429
Toddler	$1,305
Preschool	$997
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$974
Toddler	$879
Preschool	$866

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Hampden County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	52,939	10,010	$58,014	1.83
Retail Trade	19,022	1,356	$40,582	0.94
Manufacturing	17,109	501	$73,838	1.03
Accommodation & Food Services	15,958	815	$27,982	0.87
Construction	8,025	920	$86,772	0.76
Transportation & Warehousing	7,560	316	$54,160	0.88
Administrative & Waste Services	6,782	608	$50,759	0.57
Finance & Insurance	6,686	460	$133,702	0.82
Other Services	6,436	896	$47,745	1.06
Wholesale Trade	6,436	454	$89,602	0.81
Professional & Technical Services	5,640	880	$93,945	0.40
Educational Services	4,968	178	$47,487	1.19
Management of Companies	3,245	61	$94,286	0.95
Arts & Entertainment	2,964	137	$27,931	0.87
Real Estate	2,139	414	$62,577	0.68
Information & Technology	1,770	156	$77,714	0.47
Utilities	1,221	20	$159,575	1.59
Agriculture & Forestry	510	44	$44,766	0.31
Mining & Oil/Gas	51	4	$139,996	0.07

Schools in Monson Center

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Granite Valley School	Elementary	396	39	10.2:1
Monson High School	High	295	34	8.7:1
Quarry Hill Community School	Elementary	130	11	11.8:1

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Radio Stations near Monson Center

15 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Hartford Bible Students Radio	bible, christian	MP3 96 kbps
Fun Tower Radio	—	MP3 320 kbps
102.9 the Whale	—	MP3
97-9 Sports Hartford	charts, connecticut	AAC
96-1 SRS	adult contemporary	AAC
Viva Radio	tropical	AAC+ 48 kbps
85.1 WAHH	metal, rock	MP3 192 kbps
WRTC	—	MP3 128 kbps
News Radio 1410 & 100.9	news, talk	AAC
WINY Radio	adult contemporary	AAC+ 64 kbps
WMUA 91.1 FM	college radio, university radio	MP3 128 kbps
NewsRadio 560 WHYN	news, talk	AAC
Newsradio WTAG	news, talk	AAC
WOZQ 91.9 FM	college radio, northampton	MP3
WMUAx	college radio, university radio	MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Monson Center

3 campgrounds found near Monson Center.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Buffumville Lake (Group Shelter)	5.0/5	1	$50–$70
West Thompson Lake Campground	4.7/5	24	$15–$30
WESTVILLE RECREATION AREA	4.7/5	3	$30–$60

National Parks Near Monson Center

256 national parks and monuments found near Monson Center.

Park	Type	Fee
Air Line State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Airline State Park (Old Forest Management Area)	State Park	Free
Airline State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Airline State Park Trail (North Trail)	State Park	Free
Airline State Park Trail (North Trail)	State Park	Free
Airline State Park Trail (Northern Section)	State Park	Free
Airline State Park Trail (Northern Section)	State Park	Free
Airline State Park Trail (Southern Section)	State Park	Free
Alton Pond Fishing Access	State Park	Free
American Shakespeare State Park	State Park	Free
Angle Tree Monument Reservation	State Park	Free
Arcadia Developments (Beach Pond)	State Park	Free
Arcadia Management Area	State Park	Free
Arcadia Management Area	State Park	Free
Ashland State Park	State Park	Free
Balance Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Beardsley State Park	State Park	Free
Beaver Brook State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Beavertail	State Park	Free
Beckett Hill State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Bigelow Hollow State Park	State Park	Free
Black Hut Management Area	State Park	Free
Black Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Blackstone River	State Park	Free
Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Blackstone River Bikeway	State Park	Free
Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Block Island	State Park	Free
Blow Hole State Park	State Park	Free
Bluff Point State Park	State Park	Free
Boat Ramp	State Park	Free
Bolton Notch State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Bradford Boat Launch	State Park	Free
Brainard Homestead State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Brenton Point State Park	State Park	Free
Bristol Blake State Reservation	State Park	Free
Burlingame	State Park	Free
Burr Pond State Park	State Park	Free
C.M. Gardner State Park	State Park	Free
Callahan State Park	State Park	Free
Campbell Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Campbell Falls State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Charles Island	State Park	Free
Charlestown Breachway	State Park	Free
Chicopee Memorial State Park	State Park	Free
Clarksburg State Park	State Park	Free
Cochituate State Park	State Park	Free
Cocumcussoc	State Park	Free
Coltsville National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Connecticut River Greenway State Park	State Park	Free
Connecticut River Greenway State Park	State Park	Free
Connecticut River Greenway State Park	State Park	Free
Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Dean Parkway	State Park	Free
Deer Hill State Reservation	State Park	Free
Dennis Hill State Park	State Park	Free
Devils Foot Rock	State Park	Free
Devils Hopyard State Park	State Park	Free
Diamond Hill	State Park	Free
Dinosaur State Park	State Park	Free
Dunn State Park	State Park	Free
Dutton Pines State Park	State Park	Free
East Bay Bikepath	State Park	Free
East Beach	State Park	Free
East Beach	State Park	Free
Elm Bank Reservation	State Park	Free
Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital Donation	State Park	Free
Farm River State Park	State Park	Free
Farmington Canal Line State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Fisherman's	State Park	Free
Fort Adams	State Park	Free
Fort Dummer State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Ninigret	State Park	Free
Fort Trumbull State Park	State Park	Free
Gardner Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Gaudette	State Park	Free
Gay City State Park	State Park	Free
George C. Waldo State Park	State Park	Free
George D. Seymour State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
George Washington	State Park	Free
George Washington Picnic Grove	State Park	Free
Gillette Castle State Park	State Park	Free
Goddard Park	State Park	Free
Governor Thomas Dudley Park	State Park	Free
Great Brook Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Greenfield State Park	State Park	Free
Haddam Island State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Haddam Meadows State Park	State Park	Free
Haley Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Hammonasset Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Hampton Ponds State Park	State Park	Free
Hannah Robinson Tower	State Park	Free
Harkness Memorial State Park	State Park	Free
Harrisville Pond Fising Access	State Park	Free
Haystack Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Higganum Reservoir State Park	State Park	Free
Holyoke Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Hop River State Park	State Park	Free
Hop River State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Hopemead State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Hopeville Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Hopkinton State Park	State Park	Free
Horse Guard State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Humaston Brook State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Hurd State Park	State Park	Free
Indian Lake Fishing Access	State Park	Free
Indian Well State Park	State Park	Free
Ivy Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
J.A. Skinner State Park	State Park	Free
Jamestown	State Park	Free
John A. Minetto State Park	State Park	Free
John L. Curran Fishing Area	State Park	Free
Johnny Appleseed State Park	State Park	Free
Johnston Historical	State Park	Free
Keech Pond Access	State Park	Free
Kettletown State Park	State Park	Free
Killingly Pond State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Kings Beach Access	State Park	Free
Lake Lorraine State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Tiogue Boat Launch	State Park	Free
Lake Wyola State Park	State Park	Free
Lamentation Mountain State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Larkin State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Lincoln Woods	State Park	Free
Lincoln Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Locustville Pond	State Park	Free
Longmeadow Fishing Area	State Park	Free
Lost Lake Boat Ramp	State Park	Free
Lowell Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Lowell National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Machimoodus State Park	State Park	Free
Mashamoquet Brook State Park	State Park	Free
Medfield Charles River State Reservation	State Park	Free
Meshanticut Park	State Park	Free
Miller State Park	State Park	Free
Millers Pond State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Minnie Island State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Minute Man National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Misquamicut State Beach	State Park	Free
Molly Stark State Park	State Park	Free
Monadnock State Park	State Park	Free
Monadnock State Park	State Park	Free
Moore State Park	State Park	Free
Moosup Valley State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Mooween State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Greylock State Reservation	State Park	Free
Mount Holyoke Range State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Tom State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Tom State Reservation	State Park	Free
Mowry Pond	State Park	Free
Narragansett Parkway	State Park	Free
Narrow River Fishing Access	State Park	Free
Natural Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
New England National Scenic Trail	National Scenic Trail	Free
Old Furnace State Park	State Park	Free
Orient Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Osbornedale State Park	State Park	Free
Pallozi Farm	State Park	Free
Pascoag Reservoir (Echo Lake)	State Park	Free
Passeonkquis Cove Fishing Access	State Park	Free
Pawcatuck River	State Park	Free
Penwood State Park	State Park	Free
Pink House Cove Ice Fishing	State Park	Free
Pisgah State Park	State Park	Free
Pisgah State Park	State Park	Free
Pisgah State Park - Critria 1 lands	State Park	Free
Platt Hill State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Pomeroy State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Ponagansett River Corridor	State Park	Free
Potowomut Pond Access	State Park	Free
Purgatory Chasm State Reservation	State Park	Free
Quaddick State Park	State Park	Free
Queens Forth Historic Site	State Park	Free
Quinebaug Lake State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Quinnipiac River State Park	State Park	Free
Quinsigamond State Park	State Park	Free
Red Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
Rhododendron State Park	State Park	Free
Robinson State Park	State Park	Free
Rockingham Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Rockville Management Area	State Park	Free
Rocky Glen State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Rocky Neck State Park	State Park	Free
Rocky Point	State Park	Free
Roger Wheeler State Beach	State Park	Free
Roger Williams National Memorial	National Memorial	Free
Ronci	State Park	Free
Ross Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Rte 102 Picnic Grove	State Park	Free
Rutland State Park	State Park	Free
Salt Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Salters Grove	State Park	Free
Salty Brine State Beach	State Park	Free
Sayles Finishing	State Park	Free
Scantic River State Park	State Park	Free
Scarborough Beach	State Park	Free
Scarborough State Beach	State Park	Free
Schofield Park	State Park	Free
Seaside State Park	State Park	Free
Sefsick	State Park	Free
Selden Neck Island State Park	State Park	Free
Selden Neck State Park	State Park	Free
Shady Lea	State Park	Free
Shaftsbury State Park	State Park	Free
Silver Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Silver Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Silver Spring Lake Fishing Access	State Park	Free
Slatersville Pond	State Park	Free
Sleeping Giant State Park	State Park	Free
Smith & Sayles Reservoir Access	State Park	Free
Snake Den State Park	State Park	Free
South Main Street Park	State Park	Free
South Shore Management Area	State Park	Free
Southeast Light	State Park	Free
Southford Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Springfield Armory National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
State Beach	State Park	Free
State House grounds	State Park	Free
State Park	State Park	Free
State Pier 1	State Park	Free
State Pier No. 5	State Park	Free
Stephen Hopkins	State Park	Free
Stillhouse Cove Boat Ramp	State Park	Free
Stillwater Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Stoddard Hill State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Stratton Brook State Park	State Park	Free
Sunny Brook State Park	State Park	Free
Sunset Rock State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Sweet Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Taconic Trail State Park	State Park	Free
Talcott Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Tarbox	State Park	Free
Tefft	State Park	Free
Ten Mile River	State Park	Free
Touro Synagogue National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Trimountain State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Union Pond Fishermans Access	State Park	Free
Wachusett Mountain State Reservation	State Park	Free
Wadhams Grove State Park	State Park	Free
Wadsworth Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Wahconah Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Wakefield Pond Access Area	State Park	Free
Walden Pond State Reservation	State Park	Free
Weekapaug Fishing Area/Breachway	State Park	Free
Wells State Park	State Park	Free
Wells State Park	State Park	Free
West Rock Ridge State Park	State Park	Free
West Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Western Gateway Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Whittemore Glen State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Wilson Reservoir	State Park	Free
Windsor Meadows State Park	State Park	Free
Wood/Pawcatuck Access Area	State Park	Free
Woodford State Park	State Park	Free
World War II Veterans Memorial State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Monson Center

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	2,187	$53,980
2015	1,677	$50,491
2017	1,921	$61,875
2019	1,881	$64,673
2021	1,616	$48,250
2023	1,794	$58,603

Museums in Monson Center

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
AMHERST CENTER FOR RUSSIAN CULTURE	HISTORY MUSEUM		4135422350	$356,118,724
BASSETT PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM			$356,118,724
EMILY DICKINSON MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4135428161	$356,118,724
MEAD ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		4135422335	$356,118,724
PRATT MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		4135422165	$356,118,724
WILDER OBSERVATORY	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM			$356,118,724
ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$136,698,005
HAMPSHIRE COLLEGE OBSERVATORY	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		4135595378	$83,734,297
ERIC CARLE MUSEUM OF PICTURE BOOK ART	ART MUSEUM		4136581100	$2,337,678
LUPA GAME FARM	GENERAL MUSEUM	52 NASH HILL RD	4135899883	$391,006
AMHERST RAILWAY SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4132674555	$373,224
TITANIC HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	208 MAIN ST	4135434770	$228,337
WILBRAHAM NATURE AND CULTURAL CENTER	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM	3 VISTA ROAD	4135968173	$125,184
TOLLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	METCALF RD	8608728673	$29,444
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF AVIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		8602083095	$17,841
ATHENEUM SOCIETY OF WILBRAHAM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4135964097	$15,572
OLD MEETING HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4135964097	$15,572
NORTH BROOKFIELD TOWN HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$8,591
WILLINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1 COMMON RD		$8,170
KEEP HOMESTEAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	35 ELY RD	4132674137	$3,162
EAST LONGMEADOW HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM	180 MAPLE STREET	4135255460	$2,264
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF MODERN	GENERAL MUSEUM
ASHFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	5 TOWN HALL ROAD	8604294568
ASHFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
BELCHERTOWN HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	20 MAPLE ST	4133237052
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF WILBRAHAM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	678 MAIN ST	4135962472
EASTFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ELLINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	70 MAIN STREET
GICLEE OF NEW ENGLAND	GENERAL MUSEUM	1240 PARK STREET	4132844344
GRANBY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	234 STATE STREET	4134673114
HICKS-STEARNS FAMILY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8608757552
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE TOWN OF HAMPDEN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	616 MAIN ST	4135665803
KNOX TRAIL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
NASH DINOSAUR TRACKS	GENERAL MUSEUM		4134679566
NEW BRAINTREE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	10 UTLEY RD	5088678608
NEW ENGLAND CIVIL WAR MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	14 PARK PLACE	8608703563
NORCROSS CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4135251122
NORTH BROOKFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	197 NORTH MAIN STREET	5088675417
NORTHEAST STATES CIVILIAN CONSERVATION CORPS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8606843430
OLD STURBRIDGE VILLAGE LIBRARY	GENERAL MUSEUM		5083470204
PIONEER VALLEY HISTORY NETWORK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOMERS HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	335 US 202	9142774977
SOMERS MOUNTAIN INDIAN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8607494129
STAFFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8606847978
STONE HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4133236573
THOMAS PAINE FRIENDS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4132537934
TOLLAND JAIL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8608709599
UNITED STATES COAST GUARD LIGHTSHIP SAILORS ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
VERNON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8608754326
WARE CENTER MEETING HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4139674995
YIDDISH BOOK CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Monson Center

Name	Address	Annual Visits
JOSHUA HYDE PUBLIC LIBRARY	306 MAIN STREET	146,805
HUBBARD MEMORIAL LIBRARY	24 CENTER STREET	142,175
EAST LONGMEADOW PUBLIC LIBRARY	60 CENTER SQUARE	136,945
ROCKVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY, INC.	52 UNION ST.	124,899
HALL MEMORIAL LIBRARY	93 MAIN STREET	117,902
CLAPP MEMORIAL LIBRARY	19 S. MAIN STREET	92,312
WILBRAHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY	25 CRANE PARK DRIVE	81,846
PALMER PUBLIC LIBRARY	1455 NORTH MAIN ST.	79,473
TOLLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY	21 TOLLAND GREEN	77,630
STAFFORD LIBRARY	10 LEVINTHAL RUN	74,066
BROAD BROOK LIBRARY	78 MAIN ST.	73,412
SOMERS PUBLIC LIBRARY	2 VISION BOULEVARD	65,166
MERRIAM-GILBERT PUBLIC LIBRARY	3 WEST MAIN ST.	46,774
MONSON FREE LIBRARY & READING ROOM	2 HIGH STREET	37,199
HASTON FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	161 NORTH MAIN STREET	24,904
WILLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	7 RUBY RD.	24,284
YOUNG MEN'S LIBRARY ASSOCIATION	37 MAIN ST.	23,628
HAMPDEN FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	625 MAIN ST.	15,746
BABCOCK LIBRARY	25 POMPEY HOLLOW RD.	14,799
MERRICK PUBLIC LIBRARY	2 LINCOLN STREET	12,957
WARREN PUBLIC LIBRARY	934 MAIN ST.	11,652
GILBERTVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	259 MAIN ST.	8,192
UNION FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	979 BUCKLEY HIGHWAY	8,010
EAST BROOKFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY	122 CONNIE MACK DRIVE	7,750
WEST WARREN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION	2370 MAIN STREET	6,769
BRIMFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY	25 MAIN STREET	4,671
EASTFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY	179 EASTFORD RD.	4,518
WALES PUBLIC LIBRARY	77 MAIN ST.	3,678
NEW BRAINTREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	45 MEMORIAL DRIVE	3,340
WEST WOODSTOCK LIBRARY ASSOCIATION	5 BUNGAY HILL CONNECTOR	2,579
HOLLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY	23 STURBRIDGE RD.	1,962

Farmers Markets in Monson Center

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
ASHFORD FARMERS MARKET	Pompey Hollow Park, across from the Town Hall
Belchertown Farmers Market	On The Common	06/19/2016 to 10/09/2016	Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Brimfield at Hitchcock Free Academy	Hitchcock Free Academy, a community center parking lot, at 2 Brookfield Rd.	04/19/2014 to 10/27/2018	Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Brookfield Farmers Market	55 South Maple St (Rte 9)	06/07/2013 to 09/27/2013	Fri: 4:00 PM-6:30 PM;	Yes
Ellington Farmers Market	Main ST	05/12/2018 to 10/20/2018	Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Ellington Winter Farmers' Market	11 Pinney St		Sat: 2:00 PM-4:00 PM;		Visit
Farmers Market - Wilbraham/The Rice Market	756 Main Street,
Hampden Farmers Market	123 Allen Street	05/09/2015 to 10/24/2015	Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;
Indian Orchard Farmers Market	Hampden Bank, 187 Main Street
Klem's Farmer's Market in Spencer	117 West Main Street, Route 9	06/14/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Monson Farmers' Market	5 High Street	05/19/2016 to 09/29/2016	Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
SOMERS FARMERS MARKET	Corner of Main Street and Battle Street
Stafford Community Farmers' Market	31 Main Street	06/16/2018 to 10/27/2018	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Tolland Farmers Market	Tolland Green
Ware Farmers' Market	West Street next to CVS	May to October	Sat:10:00 AM - 1:00 PM;		Visit
West Brookfield Farmers Market	Town Common, Junction of Rt. 67 and Rt. 9	06/04/2014 to 10/15/2014	Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;
wilbraham winter farmers market	2301 Boston Road	12/05/2015 to 04/30/2016	Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;

Breweries in Monson Center

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Diy Brewing Supply	Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Breweries, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, E-Commerce	289 East St	4134591459	Visit
Gabriel Narutowicz Inc	Bars & Clubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Membership, Ware, recreation, Social, Associations/Non-Profits,	11 E Main St	4139679976
Hardwick Sugar Shack	Syrups Malt, Breweries, Hardwick, Food And Kindred Products, Malt beverages, Syrups, malt, , Home	572 Jackson Rd	4134770932
Hyland Orchard Brewery	Farms, Breweries, Food & Drink, Sights & Landmarks	199 Arnold Rd	7742001909
Hyland Orchard Brewing	Brewery	195 Arnold Rd	5083477500
Iron Duke Brewing	Food & Drink, Breweries	122 100 State Saint Stockhouse122
Tree House Brewing Company	Agriculture, Farms, General Farms, Primarily Crop, Brewery, Monson, MA	160 E Hill Rd	4139491891, 4132673396

Pharmacies in Monson Center

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
RITE AID - 10055	117 MAIN STREET	413-267-4021

Cell Towers in Monson Center

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
38 GILBERT ROAD (41905)	MTOWER	61
38 GILBERT ROAD (41905)	MTOWER	61
400 ROUTE 15 (61515)	MTOWER	61
400 ROUTE 15 (61515)	MTOWER	61
Champeaux Road	MTOWER	61
Champeaux Road	MTOWER	61
157 Chestnut Mountain Road (59430)	LTOWER	59
38 BOYNTON RD (24912)	LTOWER	59
38 BOYNTON RD (24912)	LTOWER	59
WARREN 0.5 MI. NE OF DEVILS LANE AND BROOKFIELD ROAD	TOWER	59
WARREN 0.5 MI. NE OF DEVILS LANE AND BROOKFIELD ROAD	TOWER	59
188 Stafford Road	MTOWER	58
188 Stafford Road	MTOWER	58
(Warren site) Devils Lane	GTOWER	57
1050 BUCKLEY HWY (26020)	LTOWER	57
57 Dearth Hill Road	MTOWER	54
57 Dearth Hill Road	MTOWER	54
Sherman Street	MTOWER	43
107 Stickney Hill Road (59354)	LTOWER	38

Fire Stations in Monson Center

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Monson Fire Department	200 Main ST	Mostly volunteer			413-267-3132

Power Plants Near Monson Center

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
MONSON SOLAR, LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-72.3	OP
MONSON SOLAR	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-72.3	OP
BOWDEN SOLAR LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-72.3	OP

Bridges in Monson Center

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1956	26	14,741	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2008	174	13,577	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1920	23	13,500	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1937	328	12,155	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1939	113	9,827	P
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1956	42	9,596	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1956	63	9,569	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1938	40	8,081	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1956	23	6,983	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1850	35	4,784	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2002	55	2,974	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1956	23	2,068	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1956	23	2,068	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1956	31	1,700	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1993	31	1,163	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1850	25	776	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	67	517	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1900	30	517	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1956	28	429	F
Arch (Deck)	Steel	1956	22	259	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1956	30	259	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1939	45	258	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1936	45	129	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1938	27	50	P

Superfund Sites Near Monson Center

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
LINATEX CORP OF AMERICA	14 MIDDLE RIVER RD	TOLLAND
WARE COGEN LTD PARTNERSHIP	60 EAST MAIN STREET	HAMPSHIRE

Airports Near Monson Center

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Bradley International Airport	BDL	Large Airport
Hartford Brainard Airport	HFD	Medium Airport
Westerly State Airport	WST	Medium Airport
Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport	BAF	Medium Airport
Westover Metropolitan Airport / Westover Air Reserve Base	CEF	Medium Airport
Worcester Regional Airport	ORH	Medium Airport
Albert Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
B&B Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Baines Airport	—	Small Airport
Bancroft Airport	—	Small Airport
Bee Field	—	Small Airport
Brookline Airport	—	Small Airport
Buell Farm Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Cannizzaro Field	—	Small Airport
Chester Airport	—	Small Airport
Danielson Airport	—	Small Airport
Devils Hopyard Field	—	Small Airport
Dresser Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Eastford Airport	—	Small Airport
Ellington Airport	—	Small Airport
Fitchburg Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Gager Field	—	Small Airport
Gallup Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Gardner Municipal Airport	GDM	Small Airport
Goodspeed Airport	—	Small Airport
Green Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Hadley Airport	—	Small Airport
Heckler Field	—	Small Airport
Jaffrey Airfield Silver Ranch Airport	AFN	Small Airport
Laurie Field	—	Small Airport
Maplewood Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Marshall's Airport	—	Small Airport
Mason Airfield	—	Small Airport
Meriden Markham Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Miller Farm Airfield	—	Small Airport
Morehaven Airport	—	Small Airport
Mundale Airport	—	Small Airport
Norm's Field	—	Small Airport
Northampton Airport	—	Small Airport
Orange Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Pasport Airport	—	Small Airport
Pepperell Airport	—	Small Airport
Rankl Field	—	Small Airport
Richmond Airport	—	Small Airport
Riconn Airport	—	Small Airport
Roberts Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Robertson Field	—	Small Airport
Salmon River Airfield	—	Small Airport
Simsbury Airport	—	Small Airport
Skis Landing Area Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Monson Center

18 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Brimfield Police Department	34 Wales Road
Connecticut State Police Troop C	1320 Tolland Stage Road
East Brookfield Police Department
East Longmeadow Police Dept	160 Somers Road
Gilbertville Police Dept	307 Main Street
Granby Police Department	259 East State Street
Hampden County Sheriff	627 Randall Road
Holland Police	27 Sturbridge Road
Ludlow Police Dept	612 Chapin Street
Monson Police Dept	110 Main Street
New Braintree Police Department	20 Memorial Drive
North Brookfield Police Dept	4 Summer Street
State Police - Sturbridge	New Boston Road
State Police Belchertown	485 Ware Road
Sturbridge Police Dept	346 Main Street
Wales Police Dept	3 Hollow Road
West Brookfield Police Dept	2 East Main Street
Wilbraham Police Dept	16 Main Street

Grocery Stores in Monson Center

4 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Adams IGA Supermarket 498	Supermarket	115 Main St
D & R Farm	Farmers and Markets	146 Thresher Rd
Monson Woodbine Country Store LLC	Convenience Store	170 Main St
Walgreens 19421	Other	117 Main St

Treatment Centers in Monson Center

8 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Avanzando Gandara Center - Enhanced Residential Rehab Services	Substance Abuse	413-266-4093
Behavioral Health Network (BHN) - Valley Human Services Outpatient Trt	Both	413-301-9400
Cornerstone Recovery	Substance Abuse	413-758-4050 x4651
Golden Years Behavioral Health	Both	413-224-2015
Griswold Behavioral Health Center	Both	413-370-5285
OnCall Healthy Living Program	Substance Abuse	413-301-7759
Stafford Family Services	Both	860-684-4239
Three Rivers Program	Mental Health	413-733-4032 x200

Churches & Religious Organizations in Monson Center

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
A CHURCH IN CHRIST	44 MAXWELL RD
MINISTERIO INTERNACIONAL EN TU PRESENCIA	27 MECHANIC ST
ROMAN CATHOLIC BISHOP OF SPRINFIELD A CORP SOLE FOR ST PATRIC PARISH	PO BOX 473

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Frequently Asked Questions About Monson Center

What is the population of Monson Center?

Monson Center has a population of 1,794 residents and is located in Massachusetts. The population density is 534 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Monson Center expensive to live in?

Monson Center is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 105.8 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $58,603, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $279,500 (1% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $770 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Monson Center safe?

Monson Center is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 76 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,032 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Monson Center receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Monson Center?

Monson Center has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.6 inches, with 63.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.

How is the job market in Monson Center?

The job market in Monson Center faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,208. There are 18,727 business establishments in the area, including 907 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 44 minutes, and 15.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Monson Center?

The median home value in Monson Center is $279,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $462,977. For renters, the median monthly rent is $770. Fair market rent is $1,822 for a 1-bedroom and $2,300 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 59.8%. The average annual property tax is $6,506.

How are the schools in Monson Center?

Schools in Monson Center score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.8% of adults in Monson Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Monson Center?

The obesity rate in Monson Center is 32.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.8% of adults are smokers. 24.4% are physically inactive. 30.0% of residents report depression. 5.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 95.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,502.

What is transportation like in Monson Center?

The average commute in Monson Center is 44 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Monson Center?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Monson Center is 92.5% White, 2% Black or African American. 93.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.5% speak Spanish. 4.1% of the population are military veterans. 20.0% of residents have a disability. 93.1% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Palmer Town, MA 12,372 pop · 6.3 mi Wilbraham, MA 4,247 pop · 7.7 mi Holland, MA 1,313 pop · 8.0 mi Stafford Springs, CT 4,801 pop · 9.0 mi Fiskdale, MA 2,564 pop · 9.7 mi Somers, CT 2,081 pop · 10.6 mi Ware, MA 5,723 pop · 10.8 mi Crystal Lake, CT 1,963 pop · 12.2 mi Sturbridge, MA 2,277 pop · 12.4 mi West Brookfield, MA 1,518 pop · 12.5 mi Springfield, MA 154,751 pop · 12.6 mi Belchertown, MA 2,299 pop · 13.2 mi Southbridge Town, MA 17,806 pop · 13.7 mi Hazardville, CT 6,482 pop · 14.2 mi

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