Orange, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Franklin County County
Orange, MA
At a Glance
How Orange Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Orange's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Orange a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Orange residents earn a median household income of $53,014 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,569. The unemployment rate stands at 14.1% (292% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.9% 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 Orange is $217,200 , 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $326,050. Median rent is $991/month, with 33.9% 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
Orange reports 318 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 16% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 913/100K.
Education
14.0% of adults in Orange hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 91.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Orange 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.