Amherst Metro
Amherst has roughly average household income, with a median household income of $46,098. Population has held roughly steady since 1990. 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national rate of 24%. Median home value is $142,600.
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How many people live in Amherst Town-Northampton, MA?
Amherst Town-Northampton, MA has about 152,251 residents according to the 2000 Census.
What is the median household income in Amherst Town-Northampton, MA?
The typical household in Amherst Town-Northampton, MA earns about $46,098 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Amherst Town-Northampton, MA expensive?
In Amherst Town-Northampton, MA, the median home is worth about $142,600, and the typical rent is about $631 a month.
How educated are people in Amherst Town-Northampton, MA?
About 37.9% of adults age 25 and over in Amherst Town-Northampton, MA hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Amherst Town-Northampton, MA?
About 9.4% of people in Amherst Town-Northampton, MA live below the federal poverty line.
Has Amherst Town-Northampton, MA grown since 1990?
Yes, Amherst Town-Northampton, MA has grown since 1990. The population has added about 5,683 residents, a change of about 4 percent over that period.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · METRO ROLLUP OF COMPONENT COUNTIES · UPDATED 2024