Agawam Town, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
28,510 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,359 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$290,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$771 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,121 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hampden County
5
Springfield Metro Area
5
Massachusetts
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Hampden County
5
Springfield Metro Area
5
Massachusetts
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (41%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 15 23
Feb 3 12 26
Mar 4 9 34
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 4 0 49
Nov 4 3 39
Dec 4 11 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Agawam High
<1 miles, NE · 4.6star
Agawam Junior High
1 miles, NW · 2.3star
Clifford M Granger
1 miles, NW · 2.8star
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Colleges

Bay Path University
4 miles, SE · 2.3star
Springfield College
6 miles, E · 2.3star
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Hospitals

Mercy Medical Ctr
5 miles, NE · 2.3star
Baystate Medical Center
5 miles, NE · 4.1star
Baystate Noble Hospital
7 miles, NW · 3.2star
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Airports

Bradley International Airport
9 miles, SW · 2.8star
Worcester Regional Airport
42 miles, E · 1star
Tweed-New Haven Airport
57 miles, SW · 1star
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