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Monson Center, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Hampden County County
Monson Center, MA
At a Glance
How Monson Center Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Monson Center's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Monson Center a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Monson Center residents earn a median household income of $58,603 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,461. The unemployment rate stands at 10.8% (200% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.0% 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 Monson Center is $279,500 , 1% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $462,977. Median rent is $770/month, with 32.6% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Monson Center reports 76 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 80% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,032/100K.
Education
24.8% of adults in Monson Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below the national average). 90.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Monson Center has 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. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.