Home Value
$82,200
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.4%
93% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
52.9%
327% higher than US avg
How South Greenfield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population125
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density694/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans82.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$11,058
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty52.9%
Commute28 min
Housing
Home Value$82,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units39
Health
Obesity39.8%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking21.0%
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation974 ft (297 m)
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.4%
High School+96.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Broadband49.0%
Is South Greenfield a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, South Greenfield receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. South Greenfield faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 52.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in South Greenfield is $82,200, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
South Greenfield has a population of 125 with a density of 694 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80%), with 20% Hispanic.
Population
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
South Greenfield vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
South Greenfield vs U.S. Average
The median household income in South Greenfield is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 52.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: South Greenfield vs U.S.
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 52.9% |
| 327% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 48.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in South Greenfield is $82,200, 71% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $82,200 |
| 71% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $732 |
| 1 Bedroom | $775 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $970 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,265 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,457 |
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 81.6% |
| Housing Units | 39 |
| Median Year Built | 1949 |
Property Tax
In South Greenfield, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 21.0% are current smokers. 27.4% report depression. 31.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: South Greenfield vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.8% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.7% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Cancer | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 21.0% |
| 50% above US avg |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.3% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.6% |
| Short Sleep | 39.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.3% |
| Uninsured | 9.9% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Checkup Rate | 75.6% |
| Dental Visits | 52.3% |
Food & Exercise