Springfield, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Hampden County County
Springfield, MA
At a Glance
How Springfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Springfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Springfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Springfield residents earn a median household income of $51,339 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,054. The unemployment rate stands at 8.2% (128% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.0% 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 Springfield is $222,700 , 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $305,068. Median rent is $1,114/month, with 34.8% 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 1951.
Safety & Crime
Springfield reports 892 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 135% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,868/100K. The murder rate is 10.9/100K.
Education
19.7% of adults in Springfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 79.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Springfield 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.