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Westfield

#5 in Best Places to Raise a Family in Hampden County
  • B
    Overall Grade
  • Town in Massachusetts
  • 67 reviews
    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      B
    2. Crime & Safety
      B
    3. Housing
      C+
    4. Nightlife
      B
    5. Good for Families
      B
    6. Diversity
      B
    7. Jobs
      B-
    8. Weather
      C
    9. Cost of Living
      C+
    10. Health & Fitness
      B+
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A
    12. Commute
      B
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    Westfield is a town in Massachusetts with a population of 41,667. Westfield is in Hampden County. Living in Westfield offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Westfield there are a lot of parks. Many young professionals live in Westfield and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Westfield are above average.
    About Westfield...
    Population
    41,667

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $220,500
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $946
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Dense Suburban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      31%
    • Own
      69%
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    Westfield Rankings

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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    B
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      167.7
      282.7
    • Murder
      0
      6.1
    • Rape
      50.3
      40.7
    • Robbery
      33.5
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      230
      500.1
    • Theft
      1,035.1
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      74.3
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    B
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      10%
    • 10-17 years
      9%
    • 18-24 years
      17%
    • 25-34 years
      10%
    • 35-44 years
      11%
    • 45-54 years
      12%
    • 55-64 years
      14%
    • 65+ years
      16%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      11%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      21%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      29%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      31%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      8%
      13%

    Working in Westfield

    Jobs
    B-
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $62,212
    National
    $55,322
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    Westfield Reviews

    67 reviews
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    I am a resident of Westfield, MA for almost nine years. Westfield is a very safe place to live in. I have never been robbed or threatened and don't know anyone who has been either. Westfield has many stores and plazas that provide an interesting shopping experience. Various parks and recreation centers offer families the opportunity to get together and have fun. Clean and friendly neighborhoods make Westfield the place for you. Come and see Westfield for yourself!
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    Westfield is a small city with a large city feel to it. It is rich in culture and diversity yet still maintains a family friendly atmosphere. It has many hidden gems including theaters, restaurants and parks. I would recommend anyone to come and explore and see what you discover!
    Westfield is a medium-sized rural town nested in Pioneer Valley. Downtown offers lots of restaurants, shops, and the nearby Westfield State University. Westfield's location makes other nearby towns easily accessible -- we border seven other cities!