Pepperell, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Middlesex County County
Pepperell, MA
At a Glance
How Pepperell Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pepperell's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pepperell a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pepperell residents earn a median household income of $76,196 , which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,075. The unemployment rate stands at 6.4% (78% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 58,457 business establishments, including 3,917 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pepperell is $399,700 , 42% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $603,936. Median rent is $1,117/month, with 32.3% 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 1970.
Safety & Crime
Pepperell reports 109 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 71% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 376/100K.
Education
37.8% of adults in Pepperell hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above the national average). 97.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pepperell has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.