Sturbridge, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Hampden County County
Sturbridge, MA
At a Glance
How Sturbridge Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sturbridge's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sturbridge a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sturbridge residents earn a median household income of $129,413 , which is 72% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $59,811. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.4% 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 Sturbridge is $404,700 , 44% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $519,654. Median rent is $1,682/month, with 26.3% 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 1962.
Safety & Crime
Sturbridge reports 217 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 43% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 858/100K.
Education
55.0% of adults in Sturbridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% above the national average). 98.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sturbridge has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.