Home Value
$323,000
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
27.0%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,949
68% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.7%
70% lower than US avg
How Northampton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,098
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density97/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 14%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,968
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$139,014M
Housing
Home Value$323,000
Rent$1,949
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation159 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+27.0%
High School+75.0%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
CommuteN/A
Libraries65
Is Northampton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Northampton receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Northampton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Northampton is $323,000, 15% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,949 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.
Education
27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Northampton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Northampton has a population of 1,098 with a density of 97 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (59%), with 13.5% White.
Population
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Northampton vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 76.8% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Spanish | 23.2% |
| 73% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Northampton vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Northampton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Northampton vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $29,968 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,522 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $113,245 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.8% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.7% |
| 70% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 56,343 |
| County GDP | $139,014M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 4,024 |
| Healthcare | 5,146 |
| Retail | 6,106 |
| Manufacturing | 1,670 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $12,682 |
| 262% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.93% |
The median home value in Northampton is $323,000, 15% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,949 (68% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $323,000 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $350,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $350,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $127 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.2% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 12 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,949 |
| 68% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $12,682 |
| 262% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.93% |
In Northampton, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.4% report depression. 32.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Northampton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.4% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.8% |
| Depression | 16.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 80.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.9% |
| Premature Death | 6,453/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,146 |
Crime Rates: Northampton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 154 |
Safety Score
Northampton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-1°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.5 inches |
| 14% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 159 ft (48 m) |
| Area | 11.4 sq mi (29.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 97/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8752°N, 72.6841°W |
| County FIPS | 36103 |