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Ware, MA
Massachusetts · Hampden County · Springfield Metro
Ware is a small city in Massachusetts with a population of 5,723. Residents earn $52,039 per year, which is 31% below the national average.
Data updated April 2026
2.6
/5.0
C+
Fair
5,723
Population
920/sq mi density
$52,039
Median Income
$29,764 per capita
$229,700
Home Value
$337,919 Zillow
$1,046
Median Rent
32.0% income on rent
48°F
Avg Temperature
246 sunny days/yr
500
Violent Crime/100K
847 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$52,039 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$229,700 home value, $1,046/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
500 violent crimes/100K (32% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$52,039
31% lower than US avg
Home Value
$229,700
19% lower than US avg
Violent Crime
500/100K
32% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,046
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.1%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment
6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.8%
21% lower than US avg
How Ware Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population5,723
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density920/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans5.6%
Economy
BMedian Income$52,039
Per Capita$29,764
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$30,598M
Commute25 min
Housing
AHome Value$229,700
Rent$1,046
Ownership56.6%
Zillow$337,919
Housing Units3,248
Rent Burden32.0%
Crime
FViolent500/100K
Property847/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault428/100K
Burglary92/100K
Health
Obesity29.1%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking19.0%
Depression30.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI37 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation414 ft (126 m)
Education
CBachelor's+15.9%
High School+90.6%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.55
Community
2024 VoteR 45% / D 53%
Commute25 min
Broadband88.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries33
Is Ware a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ware receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Ware has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ware is $52,039, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ware is $229,700, 19% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,046 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
The violent crime rate of 500 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 847 per 100,000, 57% below the national average.
Education
15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Ware experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches, including 47.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Ware has a population of 5,723 with a density of 920 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.8% female and 46.2% male. The city is predominantly White (88%), with 4.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89% of residents, while 11% speak Spanish. 5.6% of the population are veterans. 14.9% of residents have a disability. 98.3% have health insurance coverage.
Population
5,723
Total Population
920
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
6.3mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Ware vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Ware vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Ware is $52,039, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,764 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,208, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 18,727 business establishments, including 907 restaurants. The cost of living index is 105.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 6.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Ware vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,039 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,764 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,208 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,945 |
| Gini Index | 0.471 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.9% |
| 92% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.8% |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 18,727 |
| County GDP | $30,598M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 907 |
| Healthcare | 1,223 |
| Retail | 1,468 |
| Manufacturing | 478 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,506 |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 105.80 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.83% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.9% |
Walkability
The median home value in Ware is $229,700, 19% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $337,919, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 104.8% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $1,046 (10% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,822 for a one-bedroom to $2,300 for a two-bedroom apartment. 56.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,248 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1945. The average annual property tax is $6,506 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 32.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $229,700 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $337,919 |
| Median List Price | $287,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $287,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $245 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 104.8% |
| Price Drops | 27.3% |
| Inventory | 11 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,046 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 32.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,727 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,822 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,300 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,858 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,232 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 56.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 43.4% |
| Housing Units | 3,248 |
| Median Year Built | 1945 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,506 |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.83% |
In Ware, 29.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 30.3% have high blood pressure. 19.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.7% report binge drinking. 25.9% are physically inactive. 30.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.5% experience frequent mental distress. 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,502. The dentist ratio is 1:1,095. 95.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Ware vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.1% |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.3% |
| Asthma | 13.2% |
| COPD | 8.6% |
| Cancer | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 19.0% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.9% |
| Depression | 30.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
| Short Sleep | 36.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.3% |
| Uninsured | 7.7% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,502 |
| Dentists | 1:1,095 |
| Mental Health | 1:86 |
| Checkup Rate | 78.5% |
| Dental Visits | 57.4% |
| Premature Death | 8,992/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,223 |
Ware has a violent crime rate of 500 per 100,000 residents, 32% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 428.4 per 100,000, robbery at 61.2, rape at 10.2. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 847 per 100,000, 57% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 653, burglary at 92, vehicle theft at 102 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 52 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Ware receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Ware vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 499.8/100K |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 10.2/100K |
| Robbery | 61.2/100K |
| Assault | 428.4/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 846.6/100K |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 91.8/100K |
| Theft | 652.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 102.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
| Traffic Accidents | 3 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Ware experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 47.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. The city sits at an elevation of 414 feet.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 414 ft (126 m) |
| Area | 6.3 sq mi (16.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 920/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2501°N, 72.2477°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Hampden County County |
| Nearest Airport | Worcester Regional (ORH) 19 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0438 ppm |
| NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide) | 11.3 ppb |
| SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide) | 0.22 ppb |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 7.3 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 92.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 64.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 73.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively High |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-4°C) | 3.5 in | |
| February | 24°F (-5°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.8 in |
Ware has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 24°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (3.2").
Ware is located in Hampden County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 15.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 53% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 53.4% of the vote, a 8.9-point margin. 88.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 33 public libraries serving the community. 1,223 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.5% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 8.9 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
| Traffic Accidents | 3 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.9% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.6% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 3.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.55 |
C
Education Grade (2.3/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro / 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 920/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.3 sq mi |
| County | Hampden County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 88.6% |
| Avg Download Speed | 158.0 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 13.5 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 33 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,223 |
| Restaurants | 907 |
| Retail Stores | 1,468 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 25.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.9% |
Average costs for common services in Ware. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $265 ($159–$423) |
| Specialist Visit | $370 ($212–$582) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $212 ($106–$370) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,328 ($846–$5,290) |
| Dental Cleaning | $138 ($79–$212) |
| Dental Filling | $265 ($159–$423) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $48 ($26–$79) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $79 ($53–$127) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $317 ($159–$529) |
| Tire Rotation | $42 ($21–$79) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $635 ($423–$1,058) |
| Battery Replacement | $212 ($106–$370) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $106 ($63–$159) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $95 ($53–$148) |
| HVAC Repair | $423 ($159–$846) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,406 ($4,232–$12,696) |
| Roof Repair | $1,058 ($423–$2,116) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,522 ($5,819–$15,870) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,587 ($529–$3,703) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $15,870 ($5,290–$31,740) |
| DUI Defense | $5,290 ($2,116–$10,580) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,587 ($846–$3,174) |
| Will Preparation | $529 ($212–$1,058) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,645 ($1,058–$5,290) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $26 ($16–$48) |
| Women's Haircut | $58 ($32–$106) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $159 ($79–$265) |
| Manicure | $26 ($16–$48) |
| Pedicure | $42 ($26–$69) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $85 ($53–$138) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.34 ($3.17–$5.82) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.70 ($2.65–$5.29) |
| Loaf of Bread | $4.02 ($2.65–$5.82) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.76 ($3.17–$6.88) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.82 ($4.23–$7.94) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.06 ($0.63–$1.90) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $148 ($85–$265) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $74 ($32–$159) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $74 ($42–$127) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $74 ($42–$106) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $69 ($32–$106) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $90 ($53–$159) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $212 ($79–$529) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,116 ($1,270–$3,703) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $74 ($32–$138) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $16 ($8.46–$26) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $106 ($32–$265) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $32 ($16–$79) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,270 ($635–$2,645) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,058 ($529–$2,116) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $423 ($212–$741) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $53 ($26–$106) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,058 ($423–$2,645) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $13,225 ($5,290–$31,740) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $63 ($32–$106) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $106 ($53–$212) |
| Dog Grooming | $63 ($32–$106) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $42 ($21–$79) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $317 ($159–$529) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $212 ($106–$423) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,429 |
| Toddler | $1,305 |
| Preschool | $997 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $974 |
| Toddler | $879 |
| Preschool | $866 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Hampden County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 52,939 | 10,010 | $58,014 | 1.83 |
| Retail Trade | 19,022 | 1,356 | $40,582 | 0.94 |
| Manufacturing | 17,109 | 501 | $73,838 | 1.03 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 15,958 | 815 | $27,982 | 0.87 |
| Construction | 8,025 | 920 | $86,772 | 0.76 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 7,560 | 316 | $54,160 | 0.88 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 6,782 | 608 | $50,759 | 0.57 |
| Finance & Insurance | 6,686 | 460 | $133,702 | 0.82 |
| Other Services | 6,436 | 896 | $47,745 | 1.06 |
| Wholesale Trade | 6,436 | 454 | $89,602 | 0.81 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 5,640 | 880 | $93,945 | 0.40 |
| Educational Services | 4,968 | 178 | $47,487 | 1.19 |
| Management of Companies | 3,245 | 61 | $94,286 | 0.95 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 2,964 | 137 | $27,931 | 0.87 |
| Real Estate | 2,139 | 414 | $62,577 | 0.68 |
| Information & Technology | 1,770 | 156 | $77,714 | 0.47 |
| Utilities | 1,221 | 20 | $159,575 | 1.59 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 510 | 44 | $44,766 | 0.31 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 51 | 4 | $139,996 | 0.07 |
Schools in Ware
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ware Junior/Senior High School | High | 497 | 41 | 12.1:1 |
| Stanley M Koziol Elementary School | Elementary | 379 | 29 | 13.1:1 |
| Ware Middle School | Middle | 248 | 21 | 11.8:1 |
Radio Stations near Ware
13 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fun Tower Radio | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| 102.9 the Whale | — | MP3 | |
| 97-9 Sports Hartford | charts, connecticut | AAC | |
| 96-1 SRS | adult contemporary | AAC | |
| WRTC | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| News Radio 1410 & 100.9 | news, talk | AAC | |
| WINY Radio | adult contemporary | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| WMUA 91.1 FM | college radio, university radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NewsRadio 560 WHYN | news, talk | AAC | |
| Newsradio WTAG | news, talk | AAC | |
| WCUW | americana, blues | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WOZQ 91.9 FM | college radio, northampton | MP3 | |
| WMUAx | college radio, university radio | MP3 128 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Ware
4 campgrounds found near Ware.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffumville Lake (Group Shelter) | 5.0/5 | 1 | $50–$70 |
| West Thompson Lake Campground | 4.7/5 | 24 | $15–$30 |
| WESTVILLE RECREATION AREA | 4.7/5 | 3 | $30–$60 |
| TULLY LAKE RECREATION AREA (MA) | 4.4/5 | 1 | $40 |
National Parks Near Ware
254 national parks and monuments found near Ware.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Air Line State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park (Old Forest Management Area) | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail (North Trail) | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail (North Trail) | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail (Northern Section) | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail (Northern Section) | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail (Southern Section) | State Park | Free |
| Alton Pond Fishing Access | State Park | Free |
| Angle Tree Monument Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Arcadia Developments (Beach Pond) | State Park | Free |
| Arcadia Management Area | State Park | Free |
| Arcadia Management Area | State Park | Free |
| Ashland State Park | State Park | Free |
| Beaver Brook State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Beavertail | State Park | Free |
| Beckett Hill State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Bigelow Hollow State Park | State Park | Free |
| Black Hut Management Area | State Park | Free |
| Black Regiment Memorial Park | State Park | Free |
| Black Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Blackstone River | State Park | Free |
| Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Blackstone River Bikeway | State Park | Free |
| Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Blow Hole State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bluff Point State Park | State Park | Free |
| Boat Ramp | State Park | Free |
| Bolton Notch State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Bradford Boat Launch | State Park | Free |
| Brainard Homestead State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Brenton Point State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bristol Blake State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Burlingame | State Park | Free |
| Burr Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| C.M. Gardner State Park | State Park | Free |
| Callahan State Park | State Park | Free |
| Campbell Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Campbell Falls State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Charlestown Breachway | State Park | Free |
| Chicopee Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Clarksburg State Park | State Park | Free |
| Cochituate State Park | State Park | Free |
| Cocumcussoc | State Park | Free |
| Colt State Park | State Park | Free |
| Coltsville National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Connecticut River Greenway State Park | State Park | Free |
| Connecticut River Greenway State Park | State Park | Free |
| Connecticut River Greenway State Park | State Park | Free |
| Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Correia | State Park | Free |
| Dean Parkway | State Park | Free |
| Deer Hill State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Dennis Hill State Park | State Park | Free |
| Devils Foot Rock | State Park | Free |
| Devils Hopyard State Park | State Park | Free |
| Diamond Hill | State Park | Free |
| Dinosaur State Park | State Park | Free |
| Dunn State Park | State Park | Free |
| Dutton Pines State Park | State Park | Free |
| East Bay Bikepath | State Park | Free |
| East Beach | State Park | Free |
| East Beach | State Park | Free |
| Elm Bank Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital Donation | State Park | Free |
| Farm River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Farmington Canal Line State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Fisher-Scott Memorial Pines Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Fisherman's | State Park | Free |
| Fort Adams | State Park | Free |
| Fort Dummer State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fort Ninigret | State Park | Free |
| Fort Trumbull State Park | State Park | Free |
| Gardner Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Gaudette | State Park | Free |
| Gay City State Park | State Park | Free |
| George D. Seymour State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| George Washington | State Park | Free |
| George Washington Picnic Grove | State Park | Free |
| Gillette Castle State Park | State Park | Free |
| Goddard Park | State Park | Free |
| Governor Thomas Dudley Park | State Park | Free |
| Great Brook Farm State Park | State Park | Free |
| Greenfield State Park | State Park | Free |
| Haddam Island State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Haddam Meadows State Park | State Park | Free |
| Haley Farm State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hammonasset Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hampton Ponds State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hannah Robinson Tower | State Park | Free |
| Harkness Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Harrisville Pond Fising Access | State Park | Free |
| Haystack Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Higganum Reservoir State Park | State Park | Free |
| Holyoke Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hop River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hop River State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Hopemead State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Hopeville Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hopkinton State Park | State Park | Free |
| Horse Guard State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Humaston Brook State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Hurd State Park | State Park | Free |
| Indian Lake Fishing Access | State Park | Free |
| Indian Well State Park | State Park | Free |
| Ivy Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| J.A. Skinner State Park | State Park | Free |
| Jamaica State Park | State Park | Free |
| Jamestown | State Park | Free |
| John A. Minetto State Park | State Park | Free |
| John L. Curran Fishing Area | State Park | Free |
| Johnny Appleseed State Park | State Park | Free |
| Johnston Historical | State Park | Free |
| Keech Pond Access | State Park | Free |
| Kettletown State Park | State Park | Free |
| Killingly Pond State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Kings Beach Access | State Park | Free |
| Lake Lorraine State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Tiogue Boat Launch | State Park | Free |
| Lake Wyola State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lamentation Mountain State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Larkin State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Lehigh Grove | State Park | Free |
| Lincoln Woods | State Park | Free |
| Lincoln Woods State Park | State Park | Free |
| Locustville Pond | State Park | Free |
| Longmeadow Fishing Area | State Park | Free |
| Lost Lake Boat Ramp | State Park | Free |
| Lowell Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lowell Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lowell National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Machimoodus State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mashamoquet Brook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Medfield Charles River State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Meshanticut Park | State Park | Free |
| Miller State Park | State Park | Free |
| Millers Pond State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Minnie Island State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Minute Man National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Misquamicut State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Molly Stark State Park | State Park | Free |
| Monadnock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Monadnock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Moore State Park | State Park | Free |
| Moosup Valley State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Mooween State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mount Greylock State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Mount Holyoke Range State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mount Tom State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Mowry Pond | State Park | Free |
| Narragansett Parkway | State Park | Free |
| Narrow River Fishing Access | State Park | Free |
| Natural Bridge State Park | State Park | Free |
| New England National Scenic Trail | National Scenic Trail | Free |
| Old Furnace State Park | State Park | Free |
| Osbornedale State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pallozi Farm | State Park | Free |
| Pascoag Reservoir (Echo Lake) | State Park | Free |
| Passeonkquis Cove Fishing Access | State Park | Free |
| Pawcatuck River | State Park | Free |
| Penwood State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pillsbury State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pink House Cove Ice Fishing | State Park | Free |
| Pisgah State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pisgah State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pisgah State Park - Critria 1 lands | State Park | Free |
| Platt Hill State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Pomeroy State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Ponagansett River Corridor | State Park | Free |
| Potowomut Pond Access | State Park | Free |
| Purgatory Chasm | State Park | Free |
| Purgatory Chasm State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Quaddick State Park | State Park | Free |
| Queens Forth Historic Site | State Park | Free |
| Quinebaug Lake State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Quinnipiac River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Quinsigamond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Red Bridge State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rhododendron State Park | State Park | Free |
| Robinson State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rockingham Recreational Trail | State Park | Free |
| Rockville Management Area | State Park | Free |
| Rocky Neck State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rocky Point | State Park | Free |
| Roger Wheeler State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Roger Williams National Memorial | National Memorial | Free |
| Ronci | State Park | Free |
| Ross Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rte 102 Picnic Grove | State Park | Free |
| Rutland State Park | State Park | Free |
| Salt Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Salters Grove | State Park | Free |
| Salty Brine State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Sayles Finishing | State Park | Free |
| Scantic River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Scarborough Beach | State Park | Free |
| Scarborough State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Schofield Park | State Park | Free |
| Seaside State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sefsick | State Park | Free |
| Selden Neck Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Selden Neck State Park | State Park | Free |
| Shady Lea | State Park | Free |
| Shaftsbury State Park | State Park | Free |
| Silver Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Silver Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Silver Spring Lake Fishing Access | State Park | Free |
| Slatersville Pond | State Park | Free |
| Sleeping Giant State Park | State Park | Free |
| Smith & Sayles Reservoir Access | State Park | Free |
| Snake Den State Park | State Park | Free |
| South Main Street Park | State Park | Free |
| South Shore Management Area | State Park | Free |
| Southford Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Springfield Armory National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| State Beach | State Park | Free |
| State House grounds | State Park | Free |
| State Park | State Park | Free |
| State Pier 1 | State Park | Free |
| State Pier No. 5 | State Park | Free |
| Stephen Hopkins | State Park | Free |
| Stillhouse Cove Boat Ramp | State Park | Free |
| Stillwater Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Stoddard Hill State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Stratton Brook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sunny Brook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sunset Rock State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Sweet Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Talcott Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Tarbox | State Park | Free |
| Tefft | State Park | Free |
| Ten Mile River | State Park | Free |
| Touro Synagogue National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Trimountain State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Union Pond Fishermans Access | State Park | Free |
| Wachusett Mountain State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Wadhams Grove State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wadsworth Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wahconah Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wakefield Pond Access Area | State Park | Free |
| Walden Pond State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Weekapaug Fishing Area/Breachway | State Park | Free |
| Wells State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wells State Park | State Park | Free |
| West Rock Ridge State Park | State Park | Free |
| West Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Western Gateway Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Whittemore Glen State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Wilson Reservoir | State Park | Free |
| Windsor Meadows State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wood/Pawcatuck Access Area | State Park | Free |
| Woodford State Park | State Park | Free |
| World War II Veterans Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
Historical Trends — Ware
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 5,786 | $36,823 |
| 2015 | 5,772 | $40,169 |
| 2017 | 5,757 | $43,103 |
| 2019 | 5,888 | $42,550 |
| 2021 | 6,339 | $43,783 |
| 2023 | 5,723 | $52,039 |
Museums in Ware
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LUPA GAME FARM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 52 NASH HILL RD | 4135899883 | $391,006 |
| AMHERST RAILWAY SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4132674555 | $373,224 | |
| WILBRAHAM NATURE AND CULTURAL CENTER | NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | 3 VISTA ROAD | 4135968173 | $125,184 |
| BARRE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 18 COMMON ST | 9783554978 | $73,135 |
| 1794 MEETINGHOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 26 S MAIN ST | 9785445200 | $70,067 |
| OAKHAM HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1221 OLD TURNPIKE RD | 5088823111 | $17,271 |
| ATHENEUM SOCIETY OF WILBRAHAM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4135964097 | $15,572 | |
| OLD MEETING HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4135964097 | $15,572 | |
| NORTH BROOKFIELD TOWN HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $8,591 | ||
| KEEP HOMESTEAD MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 35 ELY RD | 4132674137 | $3,162 |
| BELCHERTOWN HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 20 MAPLE ST | 4133237052 | |
| CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF WILBRAHAM | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 678 MAIN ST | 4135962472 | |
| GICLEE OF NEW ENGLAND | GENERAL MUSEUM | 1240 PARK STREET | 4132844344 | |
| HARDWICK HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4139674002 | ||
| HISTORIC NEW SALEM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6 OLD MAIN ST | 9785440278 | |
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE TOWN OF HAMPDEN | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 616 MAIN ST | 4135665803 | |
| KNOX TRAIL HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| LEVERETT SCHOOLHOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 220 N LEVERETT RD | ||
| NEW BRAINTREE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 10 UTLEY RD | 5088678608 | |
| NORTH BROOKFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 197 NORTH MAIN STREET | 5088675417 | |
| OLD STURBRIDGE VILLAGE LIBRARY | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5083470204 | ||
| OPTICAL HERITAGE MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 7742308016 | ||
| PELHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 376 AMHERST RD | 4132537313 | |
| PELHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4132537313 | ||
| PIONEER VALLEY HISTORY NETWORK | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| SHUTESBURY HISTORICAL COMMISSION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| SOUTHBRIDGE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| STONE HOUSE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4133236573 | ||
| UNITED STATES COAST GUARD LIGHTSHIP SAILORS ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| WARE CENTER MEETING HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4139674995 | ||
| WOODS MEMORIAL LIBRARY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9783552533 |
Libraries in Ware
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JOSHUA HYDE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 306 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 146,805 | |||
| HUBBARD MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 24 CENTER STREET | 0.0 | 142,175 | |||
| JACOB EDWARDS LIBRARY | 236 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 100,311 | |||
| CLAPP MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 19 S. MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 92,312 | |||
| WILBRAHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY | 25 CRANE PARK DRIVE | 0.0 | 81,846 | |||
| PALMER PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1455 NORTH MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 79,473 | |||
| MERRIAM-GILBERT PUBLIC LIBRARY | 3 WEST MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 46,774 | |||
| MONSON FREE LIBRARY & READING ROOM | 2 HIGH STREET | 0.0 | 37,199 | |||
| WOODS MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 19 PLEASANT ST. | 0.0 | 27,630 | |||
| HASTON FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 161 NORTH MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 24,904 | |||
| YOUNG MEN'S LIBRARY ASSOCIATION | 37 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 23,628 | |||
| HAMPDEN FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 625 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 15,746 | |||
| PELHAM LIBRARY | 2 SOUTH VALLEY ROAD | 0.0 | 14,056 | |||
| MERRICK PUBLIC LIBRARY | 2 LINCOLN STREET | 0.0 | 12,957 | |||
| WARREN PUBLIC LIBRARY | 934 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 11,652 | |||
| M. N. SPEAR MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 10 COOLEYVILLE ROAD | 0.0 | 10,780 | |||
| GILBERTVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 259 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 8,192 | |||
| EAST BROOKFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 122 CONNIE MACK DRIVE | 0.0 | 7,750 | |||
| HUBBARDSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY | 7 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 7,630 | |||
| PETERSHAM MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 23 COMMON ST. | 0.0 | 6,872 | |||
| WEST WARREN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION | 2370 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 6,769 | |||
| FOBES MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 4 MAPLE STREET UNIT #9 | 0.0 | 5,050 | |||
| BRIMFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 25 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 4,671 | |||
| PAIGE MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 87 PETERSHAM ROAD | 0.0 | 4,137 | |||
| WALES PUBLIC LIBRARY | 77 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 3,678 | |||
| NEW BRAINTREE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 45 MEMORIAL DRIVE | 0.0 | 3,340 | |||
| HOLLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY | 23 STURBRIDGE RD. | 0.0 | 1,962 |
Farmers Markets in Ware
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barre Farmer's Market | 10/25/2014 to | Sat: 9:00 AM-12:30 PM; | Yes | Visit | |
| Belchertown Farmers Market | On The Common | 06/19/2016 to 10/09/2016 | Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Brimfield at Hitchcock Free Academy | Hitchcock Free Academy, a community center parking lot, at 2 Brookfield Rd. | 04/19/2014 to 10/27/2018 | Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Brookfield Farmers Market | 55 South Maple St (Rte 9) | 06/07/2013 to 09/27/2013 | Fri: 4:00 PM-6:30 PM; | Yes | |
| Farmers Market - Wilbraham/The Rice Market | 756 Main Street, | ||||
| Go Fresh mobile farmer's market | Visit | ||||
| Hampden Farmers Market | 123 Allen Street | 05/09/2015 to 10/24/2015 | Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | ||
| Hardwick Farmers' Market | Town Green | June to October | sun:11:00 am - 2:00 pm; | Yes | Visit |
| Jamaica Plain/Loring-Greenough | 12 South Street | Visit | |||
| Klem's Farmer's Market in Spencer | 117 West Main Street, Route 9 | 06/14/2014 to 10/25/2014 | Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Monson Farmers' Market | 5 High Street | 05/19/2016 to 09/29/2016 | Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM; | Visit | |
| New Braintree | 1890 Barre Rd. (Rte. 67) | ||||
| Petersham Friday Market | 06/17/2016 to 10/21/2016 | Visit | |||
| Ware Farmers' Market | West Street next to CVS | May to October | Sat:10:00 AM - 1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| West Brookfield Farmers Market | Town Common, Junction of Rt. 67 and Rt. 9 | 06/04/2014 to 10/15/2014 | Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM; | ||
| wilbraham winter farmers market | 2301 Boston Road | 12/05/2015 to 04/30/2016 | Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; |
Restaurants in Ware
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Asian Garden
Hanna's On Main
Lazer's Pizza & Roast Beef
Teresa's
Cafes in Ware
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Rose 32 Bread
Veterinaries in Ware
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Canterbury Tails Veterinary Clinic
Gas Stations in Ware
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
BP
BP
Brookside Mart
Citgo
Cumberland Farms
Banks in Ware
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monson Savings
Gyms in Ware
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
D & D Fitness Factory Inc
Golf Courses in Ware
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Hardwick Crossing Country Club
Breweries in Ware
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diy Brewing Supply | Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Breweries, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, E-Commerce | 289 East St | 4134591459 | Visit |
| Gabriel Narutowicz Inc | Bars & Clubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Membership, Ware, recreation, Social, Associations/Non-Profits, | 11 E Main St | 4139679976 | |
| Hardwick Sugar Shack | Syrups Malt, Breweries, Hardwick, Food And Kindred Products, Malt beverages, Syrups, malt, , Home | 572 Jackson Rd | 4134770932 | |
| Hyland Orchard Brewery | Farms, Breweries, Food & Drink, Sights & Landmarks | 199 Arnold Rd | 7742001909 | |
| Hyland Orchard Brewing | Brewery | 195 Arnold Rd | 5083477500 | |
| Iron Duke Brewing | Food & Drink, Breweries | 122 100 State Saint Stockhouse122 | ||
| Tree House Brewing Company | Agriculture, Farms, General Farms, Primarily Crop, Brewery, Monson, MA | 160 E Hill Rd | 4139491891, 4132673396 |
Pharmacies in Ware
4 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CVS - 1111 | 104 WEST STREET | 413-967-5997 |
| MAXI DRUG INC | 139 WEST STREET | 413-967-9751 |
| WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 2386 | 352 PALMER ROAD | 413-967-0044 |
| WALGREENS - 10128 | 171 WEST STREET | 413-277-9749 |
Daycare Centers in Ware
3 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.
| Facility | Type | Phone | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMUNITY ACTION AT WARE 49 CHURCH ST |
CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP | (413) 277-1276 | OPEN |
| KIDSTOP CHILDRENS CENTER 70 PLEASANT STREET |
CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP | (413) 967-9025 | OPEN |
| KIDSTOP SCHOOL - AGE PROGRAM 4 GOULD ROAD, STANLEY KOZIOL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL |
CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP | (413) 967-4046 | OPEN |
Cell Towers in Ware
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| (Pelham 2) 320 Daniel Shays Highway | LTOWER | 73 |
| (Pelham 2) 320 Daniel Shays Highway | LTOWER | 73 |
| 38 GILBERT ROAD (41905) | MTOWER | 61 |
| 38 GILBERT ROAD (41905) | MTOWER | 61 |
| 400 ROUTE 15 (61515) | MTOWER | 61 |
| 400 ROUTE 15 (61515) | MTOWER | 61 |
| Champeaux Road | MTOWER | 61 |
| Champeaux Road | MTOWER | 61 |
| 38 BOYNTON RD (24912) | LTOWER | 59 |
| 38 BOYNTON RD (24912) | LTOWER | 59 |
| WARREN 0.5 MI. NE OF DEVILS LANE AND BROOKFIELD ROAD | TOWER | 59 |
| WARREN 0.5 MI. NE OF DEVILS LANE AND BROOKFIELD ROAD | TOWER | 59 |
| 188 Stafford Road | MTOWER | 58 |
| 188 Stafford Road | MTOWER | 58 |
| (Warren site) Devils Lane | GTOWER | 57 |
| 57 Dearth Hill Road | MTOWER | 54 |
| 57 Dearth Hill Road | MTOWER | 54 |
| 100 ALLEN HILL RD (61536) | MTOWER | 47 |
| 100 ALLEN HILL RD (61536) | MTOWER | 47 |
| 150 Allen Hill Road | TOWER | 47 |
| 782 LEBANON HILL ROAD (24893) | GTOWER | 41 |
| 782 LEBANON HILL ROAD (24893) | GTOWER | 41 |
Fire Stations in Ware
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwick Fire Dept | 165 Petersham RD | Volunteer | 413-477-6706 | ||
| Ware Fire Department | 200 West ST | Mostly volunteer | 413-967-5901 |
Power Plants Near Ware
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HARDWICK-ATHOL & EAGLE HILL | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -72.2 | OP |
| WARE ENERGY | NOT AVAILABLE | NOT AVAILABLE | -72.2 | NOT AVAILABLE |
| WARE PALMER ROAD SOLAR LLC CSG | BATTERIES; SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -72.3 | U |
| TOWN OF WARE - CANADIAN TREE | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -72.3 | TS |
| WINSOR DAM POWER STATION | CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC | 221111 | -72.3 | RE |
Bridges in Ware
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1966 | 46 | 29,870 | F | |
| Arch (Deck) | Masonry | 1870 | 131 | 15,517 | P | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1992 | 27 | 14,224 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1971 | 36 | 14,134 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1937 | 155 | 12,634 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1939 | 98 | 8,664 | F | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel | 1940 | 117 | 7,500 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1956 | 24 | 6,898 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1958 | 44 | 6,331 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1937 | 155 | 4,267 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2000 | 100 | 1,810 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1939 | 40 | 1,422 | P | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1935 | 24 | 646 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1956 | 23 | 645 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete | 2007 | 47 | 517 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1887 | 137 | 259 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2013 | 23 | 100 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1956 | 28 | 100 | F |
Superfund Sites Near Ware
2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| MILLENNIUM POWER PLANT | 10 SHERWOOD LANE | WORCESTER |
| WARE COGEN LTD PARTNERSHIP | 60 EAST MAIN STREET | HAMPSHIRE |
Airports Near Ware
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bradley International Airport | BDL | Large Airport |
| Dillant Hopkins Airport | EEN | Medium Airport |
| Hartford Brainard Airport | HFD | Medium Airport |
| Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport | BAF | Medium Airport |
| Westover Metropolitan Airport / Westover Air Reserve Base | CEF | Medium Airport |
| Worcester Regional Airport | ORH | Medium Airport |
| Albert Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| B&B Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bancroft Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bee Field | — | Small Airport |
| Brookline Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Buell Farm Ultralightport | — | Small Airport |
| Cannizzaro Field | — | Small Airport |
| Danielson Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Deerfield Valley Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dresser Hill Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eastford Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ellington Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fitchburg Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gager Field | — | Small Airport |
| Gallup Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gardner Municipal Airport | GDM | Small Airport |
| Green Acres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hadley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Heckler Field | — | Small Airport |
| Hopedale Industrial Park Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huff Memorial Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jaffrey Airfield Silver Ranch Airport | AFN | Small Airport |
| Kallander Field | — | Small Airport |
| Laurie Field | — | Small Airport |
| Marshall's Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mason Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Meriden Markham Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Miller Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Minute Man Air Field | MMN | Small Airport |
| Morehaven Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mundale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nashua Airport / Boire Field | ASH | Small Airport |
| Norm's Field | — | Small Airport |
| Northampton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Orange Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pasport Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pepperell Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pilgrim's Home Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Rankl Field | — | Small Airport |
| Riconn Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Roberts Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Robertson Field | — | Small Airport |
| Salmon River Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Simsbury Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Ware
21 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Barre Police Department | 40 West Street | |
| Brimfield Police Department | 34 Wales Road | |
| East Brookfield Police Department | ||
| Gilbertville Police Dept | 307 Main Street | |
| Holland Police | 27 Sturbridge Road | |
| Ludlow Police Dept | 612 Chapin Street | |
| Monson Police Dept | 110 Main Street | |
| New Braintree Police Department | 20 Memorial Drive | |
| North Brookfield Police Dept | 4 Summer Street | |
| Oakham Police Dept | 178 Barre Road | |
| Pelham Police Department | 2 South Valley Road | |
| Petersham Police Station | 15 East Street | |
| Shutesbury Police Dept | 1 Cooleyville Road | |
| Southbridge Police Dept | 1 Mechanic Street | |
| Spencer Police Dept | 9 Dewey Street | |
| State Police - Sturbridge | New Boston Road | |
| State Police Belchertown | 485 Ware Road | |
| Sturbridge Police Dept | 346 Main Street | |
| Wales Police Dept | 3 Hollow Road | |
| West Brookfield Police Dept | 2 East Main Street | |
| Wilbraham Police Dept | 16 Main Street |
Grocery Stores in Ware
15 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| 18 West Ware LLC | Convenience Store | 18 West St |
| Big Y Supermarkets 21 | Super Store | 148 West St |
| Brookside Mart Inc | Convenience Store | 131 West St |
| Bruso Liquor Mart | Convenience Store | 144 Main St |
| CUMBERLAND FARMS 6660 | Convenience Store | 29 Hardwick Rd |
| Cumberland Farms 6749 | Convenience Store | 195 West St |
| CVS PHARMACY 1111 | Other | 104 West St |
| Dollar General 22130 | Other | 139 West St |
| Dollar Tree 2050 | Other | 162 West St |
| Farmers World-ware | Specialty Store | 175 West St |
| Still Life Farm Stand B | Farmers and Markets | 482 Main St |
| Stillman Quality Meat NAFMNP | Farmers and Markets | 3674 Greenwich Rd |
| Walgreens 10128 | Other | 171 West St |
| Walmart SUPERCENTER 2386 | Super Store | 352 Palmer Rd |
| Ware Package Store | Convenience Store | 51 Main St |
Treatment Centers in Ware
9 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Avanzando Gandara Center - Enhanced Residential Rehab Services | Substance Abuse | 413-266-4093 |
| Behavioral Health Network (BHN) - Valley Human Services Outpatient Trt | Both | 413-301-9400 |
| Cornerstone Recovery | Substance Abuse | 413-758-4050 x4651 |
| Griswold Behavioral Health Center | Both | 413-370-5285 |
| Harrington Memorial Hospital - Outpatient Behavioral Health | Mental Health | 508-765-9167 |
| OnCall Healthy Living Program | Substance Abuse | 413-301-7759 |
| Spectrum Health Systems Inc | Substance Abuse | 508-765-5940 |
| Stetson School Inc | Mental Health | 978-355-4541 |
| Three Rivers Program | Mental Health | 413-733-4032 x200 |
DOL Wage Violations in Ware
2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $11,782 in back wages owed to 19 employees.
2
Violations
$11,782
Back Wages Owed
19
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Janine's Frostee | — | — | 01082 | — | 1 | $7,111 | $547 | 13 |
| American Logitrans, Inc. | — | — | 01082 | — | 2 | $4,672 | $779 | 6 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ware
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AGAPE COMMUNITY INC | 2062 GREENWICH RD |
| FIRST UNIVERSALIST CHURCH OF HARDWICK PRESERVATION TR | 9 RUGGLES HILL RD |
| FRIENDS OF THE STONE CHURCH INC | PO BOX 347 |
| GOSPEL IMPACT INITIATIVES INC | 40 CHURCH ST |
| HOLY CROSS PARISH | 16 MAPLE ST |
| KINGDOM BUSINESS REACH REALISTIC EVANGELISTIC ACTIVE CHRISTIAN HEAR | 222 BELCHERTOWN RD |
| MISSION OF MERCY | PO BOX 34 |
| MOUNT BETHER BIBLE CENTER INC | 301 B BACON RD |
| QUABBIN VALLEY CHURCH OF CHRIST | PO BOX 174 |
| ROMAN CATHOLIC BISHOP OF SPRINGFIELD | 60 SOUTH ST |
| ROMAN CATHOLIC BISHOP OF SPRINGFIELD A CORP SOLE | 60 SOUTH ST |
| ST ALOYSIUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL INC | PO BOX 522 |
| WARE COMMUNITY CHURCH | 8 SOUTH ST |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ware
What is the population of Ware?
Ware has a population of 5,723 residents and is located in Massachusetts. The population density is 920 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.8% female and 46.2% male.
Is Ware expensive to live in?
Ware is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 105.8 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $52,039, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $229,700 (19% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,046 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Ware safe?
The violent crime rate in Ware is 500 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 847 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Ware receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Ware?
Ware has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.5 inches, with 47.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.
How is the job market in Ware?
The unemployment rate in Ware is 6.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,208. There are 18,727 business establishments in the area, including 907 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 6.9% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Ware?
The median home value in Ware is $229,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $337,919. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,046. Fair market rent is $1,822 for a 1-bedroom and $2,300 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 56.6%. The average annual property tax is $6,506.
How are the schools in Ware?
Schools in Ware score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.9% of adults in Ware hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Ware?
The obesity rate in Ware is 29.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 19.0% of adults are smokers. 25.9% are physically inactive. 30.6% of residents report depression. 7.7% lack health insurance. 95.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,502.
What is transportation like in Ware?
The average commute in Ware is 25 minutes. 76.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.9% work from home.
What are the demographics of Ware?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Ware is 88% White, 4.6% Black or African American, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 89% of residents speak only English at home, while 11% speak Spanish. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 14.9% of residents have a disability. 98.3% have health insurance coverage.
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