Northampton city, Massachusetts
Northampton city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Northampton city is a geographic entity located in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 31,047. The land area covers 34.25 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 31,047 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 13,467 | ±356 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 14,192 | ±382 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 13,467 | ±356 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 725 | ±212 |
| Median Home Value | $429,700 | ±$16,777 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,439 | ±$75 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $80,288 | ±$6,084 |
| Per Capita Income | $50,705 | ±$3,623 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.4% | ±2.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,688 | ±629 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.5% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 15,867 | ±570 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.4% | ±1.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 31,315 (2024)
ID: 128106
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: DIR OF PLANNING AND SUSTAINABLILITY
210 MAIN ST, RM 11, NORTHAMPTON MA 01060-3110
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Northampton | PK-05 | Northampton, MA | |
| Regular School Northampton | KG-05 | Northampton, MA | |
| Regular School Northampton | 09-12 | Northampton, MA | |
| Career and Technical School Northampton | 09-12 | Northampton, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Westfield, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Springfield, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Amherst, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Amherst, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Williamsburg, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Springfield, MA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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COOLEY DICKINSON HOSPITAL INC,THE
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Hospital | City address association | 30 LOCUST STREET, NORTHAMPTON, MA, 01061 |
(413) 582-2000
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Conway School of Landscape Design
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College | 1.6 mi away | 88 Village Hill Road, Northampton, MA, 01060 |
4133694044
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FORBES LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 20 WEST ST., NORTHAMPTON, MA, 01060 |
(413) 587-1011
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Smith College
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College | 2.0 mi away | Elm St, Northampton, MA, 01063 |
4135842700
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LILLY LIBRARY
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 19 MEADOW ST., FLORENCE, MA, 01062 |
(413) 587-1500
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Mount Holyoke College
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College | 7.2 mi away | 50 College Street, South Hadley, MA, 01075-1489 |
4135382000
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EASTHAMPTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 9 PARK ST., EASTHAMPTON, MA, 01027 |
(413) 527-1031
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Hampshire College
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College | 7.3 mi away | 893 West St, Amherst, MA, 01002-5001 |
4135494600
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HADLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 50 MIDDLE STREET, HADLEY, MA, 01035 |
(413) 584-7451
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Amherst College
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College | 8.6 mi away | Boltwood Avenue, Amherst, MA, 01002-5000 |
4135422000
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at AMHERST, MA US, located 8.1 miles from Northampton city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.0° | 13.8° | 23.9° | 3.36" | 8.1" |
| February | 37.0° | 15.3° | 26.2° | 2.93" | 11.0" |
| March | 45.2° | 24.1° | 34.7° | 3.47" | 7.3" |
| April | 58.2° | 34.4° | 46.3° | 3.79" | 1.0" |
| May | 69.5° | 45.4° | 57.5° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.0° | 55.0° | 66.5° | 4.46" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.1° | 60.2° | 71.7° | 4.12" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.5° | 58.3° | 69.9° | 4.12" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.4° | 50.3° | 62.3° | 4.62" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.9° | 38.6° | 50.2° | 4.74" | 0.0" |
| November | 49.7° | 29.1° | 39.4° | 3.38" | 1.6" |
| December | 39.2° | 20.8° | 30.0° | 3.89" | 7.5" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northampton city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Easthampton city | City | 4.3 mi | — |
| Hatfield CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Holyoke city | City | 8.1 mi | — |
| Granby CDP | CDP | 8.6 mi | — |
| Amherst Town city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2501546330. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.