Northfield, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Franklin County County
Northfield, MA
At a Glance
How Northfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Northfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Northfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Northfield residents earn a median household income of $74,875 , which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,618. The unemployment rate stands at 1.5% (58% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.3% 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 Northfield is $279,300 , 1% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $373,827. Median rent is $1,071/month, with 38.1% 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
Northfield reports 70 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 82% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 279/100K.
Education
44.0% of adults in Northfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% above the national average). 94.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Northfield has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.