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Springfield, MA
Springfield · Hampden County · MA 01101
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Springfield, Chicopee
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Verdict
$200K
Median Price
2/100
Walk Score
7.3/10
Schools
111 min
to Boston, MA
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
FSafety
18/100
BSchools
73/100
FQuietness
30/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
2/100
WYLT Score34/100
Our Take
Springfield offers solid schools and a low flood risk, but its walkability, transit options and crime rates are rough. If you’re budget‑conscious and don’t mind a long car commute and low walk scores, it can work, but for a safer, more convenient lifestyle consider another spot.
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The Good
- ✓Good school ratings, especially for high schoolers
- ✓Low flood risk and relatively affordable housing
- ✓Proximity to Boston for commuters
- ✓Decent local community feel for budget families
Real Talk
- !High violent and property crime rates
- !Almost no pedestrian or transit options
- !Noise and traffic from industrial areas
- !Long commute to Boston and limited public transit
- !Limited nightlife and dining choices
- $Higher property taxes due to local budget
- $Insurance premiums higher because of crime risk
- $Potential parking fees in downtown
- $Utilities may be higher than regional average
Best For
budget familiesstudentscommutersretirees looking for affordable housing
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeHigh
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Springfield, MA
F
Safety grade
Safety score18 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
High9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
149% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
High38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
97% higher than the national average
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