Best Places to Live in Pittsfield Metro Area, Massachusetts

The Pittsfield, MA metropolitan area is a picturesque region nestled in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts. It’s known for its quaint small-town feel, access to nature, and abundance of outdoor activities available year round. With its stunning views of the surrounding mountains and plenty of art galleries, theatres, and restaurants - there’s something for everyone to enjoy in Pittsfield. The area also offers quality educational institutions as well as medical facilities providing top notch health care services to residents. For those looking for a tranquil lifestyle without breaking the bank, this area provides affordable housing options and a lower cost of living than many nearby cities - making it an ideal destination for those looking to experience all that New England has to offer at an attainable price. Small city - Extreme western Massachusetts in the Berkshires, 7 miles east of the New York border.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Pittsfield Metro Area is 8.5% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Pittsfield Metro Area jobs have increased by 1.9%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Pittsfield Metro Area's cost of living is 3.8% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Pittsfield Metro Area's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

July, August and June are the most pleasant months in the Pittsfield metro area, while January and February are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, the Pittsfield metro area remained overwhelmingly Democratic, 72.4% to 25.3%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Pittsfield Metro Area's population is 129,089 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 2.9%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 20.0 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Pittsfield Metro Area is Real Estate: $321,900. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 8.6%.

SCHOOLS

Pittsfield Metro Area public schools spend $17,703 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 10.8 students per teacher in Pittsfield Metro Area. More Education

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Housing Market in Pittsfield

It's a good time to buy in Pittsfield. Home Appreciation is up 8.6% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Pittsfield is $321,900.

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