Haverhill

Haverhill, Massachusetts Overview

Haverhill scores 54.6/100 overall (B), ranking #11 of 20 cities in Massachusetts — below the state composite of 72.8. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 69/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 32/100.

Income & Employment in Haverhill

The median household income in Haverhill is $87,309, 14% below the statewide median of $101,370. The local unemployment rate of 4.3% is lower than the state’s 4.9%. Population grew 0.7% recently.

Safety in Haverhill

With a violent crime rate of 510.9 per 100,000, Haverhill exceeds the Massachusetts average of 345. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 834.2 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Haverhill

Haverhill has a cost of living index of 111.6 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $426,900. Median monthly rent is $1,620. Renters spend 22.3% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Haverhill

The adult obesity rate in Haverhill is 31.9% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.4%. Residents report an average of 17.1 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Massachusetts ranks #2 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Haverhill

Haverhill has a high school graduation rate of 80%. The student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $20,354 per student, well above the national median. The city has 15 public schools serving 7,687 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Haverhill

The annual average temperature in Haverhill is 50.9°F. Summers average 68.3°F. Winters average 34.3°F. Precipitation is abundant at 58.6 inches per year.

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