Springfield

Springfield, Massachusetts Overview

Springfield faces challenges across several categories, earning a D grade (40.7/100) and ranking #20 of 20 cities in Massachusetts. Even so, the city scores 76/100 in Education — a relative bright spot compared to its Fiscal Health score of 14/100.

Income & Employment in Springfield

Springfield’s median income of $47,101 is 54% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.4% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 6.4%.

Safety in Springfield

With a violent crime rate of 885.8 per 100,000, Springfield exceeds the Massachusetts average of 345. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 3001.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Springfield

Springfield has a cost of living index of 98.4 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $222,700. Median monthly rent is $1,114.

Health & Wellness in Springfield

The adult obesity rate in Springfield is 39.6%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 14.8%. Residents report an average of 21.1 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Massachusetts ranks #2 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Springfield

Springfield has a high school graduation rate of 78%. The student-teacher ratio of 11.1:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $26,220 per student, well above the national median. The city has 67 public schools serving 25,446 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Springfield

The annual average temperature in Springfield is 52.1°F. Summers average 70°F. Winters average 35.5°F. Precipitation is abundant at 57.9 inches per year. The mean commute time is 19.5 minutes, compared to 25.1 for Massachusetts overall.

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