Spencer, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Worcester County County
Spencer, MA
At a Glance
How Spencer Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Spencer's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Spencer a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Spencer residents earn a median household income of $59,618 , which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,488. The unemployment rate stands at 6.4% (78% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 27,743 business establishments, including 1,794 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Spencer is $297,700 , 6% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $440,216. Median rent is $1,052/month, with 30.1% 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 1953.
Safety & Crime
Spencer reports 82 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 78% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 280/100K.
Education
15.7% of adults in Spencer hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 88.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Spencer has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.