Pittsfield, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Berkshire County County
Pittsfield, MA
At a Glance
How Pittsfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pittsfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pittsfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pittsfield residents earn a median household income of $68,386 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,159. The unemployment rate stands at 7.6% (111% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,475 business establishments, including 496 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pittsfield is $233,700 , 17% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $309,464. Median rent is $1,094/month, with 32.0% 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 1949.
Safety & Crime
Pittsfield reports 511 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 35% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,244/100K. The murder rate is 4.7/100K.
Education
34.2% of adults in Pittsfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above the national average). 92.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pittsfield has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.