Tolland town, Massachusetts
Tolland town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Tolland town is a geographic entity located in Hampden County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 476. The land area covers 31.55 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 476 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 51.7 yrs | ±7.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 233 | ±43 | 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 | 528 | ±74 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 233 | ±43 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 295 | ±63 |
| Median Home Value | $355,700 | ±$21,796 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $106,250 | ±$10,296 |
| Per Capita Income | $58,294 | ±$11,031 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.3% | ±5.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 34 | ±28 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.6% | ±4.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 281 | ±61 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 78.1% | ±4.2% |
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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TOWN OF TOLLAND
GUS Population: 474 (2024)
ID: 166509
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN CLERK
241 W GRANVILLE RD, TOLLAND MA 01034-9543
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Westfield, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Bloomfield, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Barkhamsted, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Norfolk, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Chester, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Colebrook, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Winsted, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Otis, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Westfield, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Westfield, MA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Westfield State University
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College | 12.4 mi away | 577 Western Ave, Westfield, MA, 01086-1630 |
4135725300
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TOLLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 22 CLUBHOUSE RD., TOLLAND, MA, 01034 |
(413) 258-4201
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Bard College at Simon's Rock
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College | 19.1 mi away | 84 Alford Road, Great Barrington, MA, 01230-9702 |
4136444400
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SANDISFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 23 SANDISFIELD ROAD, SANDISFIELD, MA, 01255 |
(413) 258-4966
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Holyoke Community College
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College | 20.7 mi away | 303 Homestead Ave, Holyoke, MA, 01040 |
4135522000
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OTIS LIBRARY AND MUSEUM
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 48 NORTH MAIN ROAD, OTIS, MA, 01253 |
(413) 269-0109
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DiGrigoli School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 20.9 mi away | 1578 Riverdale St, West Springfield, MA, 01089 |
4138270037
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HARTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 61 CENTER ST., HARTLAND, CT, 06091 |
(860) 238-4400
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College of Our Lady of the Elms
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College | 22.4 mi away | 291 Springfield St, Chicopee, MA, 01013 |
4135942761
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PORTER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 87 MAIN STREET, BLANDFORD, MA, 01008 |
(413) 848-2853
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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 WESTFIELD 3 SW, MA US, located 11.9 miles from Tolland town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.4° | 15.8° | 24.6° | 3.98" | — |
| February | 36.7° | 17.0° | 26.8° | 3.61" | — |
| March | 44.9° | 24.8° | 34.9° | 3.92" | — |
| April | 58.1° | 34.9° | 46.5° | 4.74" | — |
| May | 69.9° | 46.3° | 58.1° | 4.20" | — |
| June | 78.4° | 55.6° | 67.0° | 5.08" | — |
| July | 83.8° | 60.7° | 72.3° | 4.26" | — |
| August | 81.7° | 59.2° | 70.5° | 3.80" | — |
| September | 74.6° | 51.8° | 63.2° | 4.38" | — |
| October | 61.6° | 40.3° | 50.9° | 5.18" | — |
| November | 49.0° | 30.8° | 39.9° | 4.06" | — |
| December | 37.7° | 21.7° | 29.7° | 5.15" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blandford CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
| Riverton CDP | CDP | 9.6 mi | — |
| Norfolk CDP | CDP | 11.2 mi | — |
| Russell CDP | CDP | 11.3 mi | — |
| North Granby CDP | CDP | 11.5 mi | — |
| Huntington CDP | CDP | 12.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2501370045. • 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.