Russell, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Hampden County County
Russell, MA
At a Glance
How Russell Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Russell's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Russell a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Russell residents earn a median household income of $103,456 , which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,745. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 18,727 business establishments, including 907 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Russell is $280,000 , 1% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $352,089. Median rent is $881/month, with 26.6% 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 1955.
Safety & Crime
Russell reports 181 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 52% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 302/100K.
Education
32.5% of adults in Russell hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below the national average). 96.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Russell has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.