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Agawam.
About
Life in Agawam
Agawam offers a fairly stable, middle-income lifestyle in western Massachusetts with reasonable access to both Springfield's job market and outdoor recreation. The cost of living is moderate for the region—homes averaging $312k and rent around $1,256—which can feel like solid value if you're coming from eastern Massachusetts, though it's not cheap by national standards. Commutes average about 23 minutes, which usually means getting to Springfield or nearby employment centers, though some people do commute further for better job opportunities.
Agawam at a Glance
Population, income, housing and more
Median Age
47.4 yrs
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Foreign-Born
8.2%
Broadband Internet
92.5%
of households
Population Growth
+0.3%
recent change · Census Bureau
Median household income
Demographics8.2% foreign-born, most often from Ukraine
Who lives in Agawam: race and ethnicity, ages, households, languages and countries of origin
In Agawam, the largest foreign-born group is from Ukraine (14.2%), and 3.7% of residents speak Russian/Slavic at home.
Under 18
17.3%
of residents
65 and Older
24.1%
of residents
Households with Kids
24.2%
anyone under 18
Living Alone
31.2%
of households
Married Couples
49.3%
of households
Avg Household Size
2.34
people
Race & Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latino of any race; other groups are non-Hispanic
Top countries of origin (foreign-born)
Languages Spoken at Home
Cost of Livingrent 29% below MA average
Rent, home values, and income in Agawam
In Agawam, rent runs 29% below the MA average, and home values are 45% below the MA average.
Median rent (per month)
Median home value
Rent Burdened
36.9%
spending 30%+ of income on rent
Severely Rent Burdened
14.8%
spending 50%+
Cost of Living Index
96.1
metro area (BEA) · US avg = 100
Median Property Tax
$4,241
per year, owner-occupied homes
Homeowners
74.4%
of occupied homes are owned
Typical Home Built
1970
median year built
Vacant Homes
3.3%
of housing units
Jobs & Economyunemployment about average for MA
Unemployment in Agawam
Unemployment in Agawam is close to the MA average.
Unemployment rate
City-level rate · BLS annual average
Unemployment Rate — 10 Year Trend
City-level (BLS) · Annual averages
What Agawam Residents Do for Work · share of employed residents by industry
City residents, wherever they work
Commute22.4 min avg
How Agawam residents get to work, and the nearest airports
In Agawam, most residents drive alone to work (81%), and 75% get there in under 30 minutes.
How People Get to Work
Commute Time Distribution
Nearest airports · with airline service
- 10 mi
Bradley International Airport (BDL)
Medium hub3.3M passengers boarded in 2025
- 85 mi
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Major hub21.0M passengers boarded in 2025
Straight-line distance. Size is the FAA’s hub category, based on passenger traffic: regional airports may have only a few flights a day.
Safetyviolent crime 7% below national average
Crime rates for 2025
Violent crime in Agawam runs 7% below the national average.
Violent Crime Rate
306.6
per 100,000 residents
Below average (329 national, 2025)
Property Crime Rate
884.9
per 100,000 residents
Below average (1,552 national, 2025)
Agawam Police Department
Natural DisastersThunderstorm Wind most common — 11 events in 2025
Natural hazard risk, storms and earthquakes
FEMA National Risk Index
Relatively Moderate
92.8 / 100
Compares expected losses from natural hazards, social vulnerability and community resilience against every US county (higher = more risk).
Hampden County, county-wide · FEMA NRI December 2025
In Hampden County, which includes Agawam, the most common type is thunderstorm wind, with 11 recorded events in 2025.
Most common events:
Storm events by year
| Year | Events | Top Type | Property Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 11 | Thunderstorm Wind | $48,900 |
| 2024 | 12 | Thunderstorm Wind | $21,400 |
| 2023 | 17 | Thunderstorm Wind | $98,800 |
| 2022 | 12 | Thunderstorm Wind | $67,700 |
| 2021 | 22 | Thunderstorm Wind | $158,800 |
| 2020 | 34 | Strong Wind | $349,700 |
| 2019 | 28 | Thunderstorm Wind | $564,700 |
| 2018 | 19 | Flood | $151,400 |
Property damage is the National Weather Service's estimate filed with each event. “None reported” means the events were logged with $0 damage; “Not estimated” means no estimate was filed. Storms covering several counties aren't counted here, since NOAA doesn't split their damage by county.
0 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5+ within 100 miles in the past year
Hampden County, county-wide
Air Quality39 median AQI — Good
Days by air quality category (2025)
Air quality in Hampden County, which includes Agawam, is typically good — 281 good-air days per year.
Median AQI
39
Good Days
281
per year
Moderate Days
79
per year
Unhealthy Days
0
per year
Hampden County, county-wide
Climate83°F summers, 18°F winters
30-year climate averages (1991–2020) — monthly temperatures and precipitation
Agawam has warm summers (avg high 83°F) and very cold winters (avg low 18°F).
Spring (Mar–May)
60°/36°F
avg high / low
Summer (Jun–Aug)
83°/58°F
avg high / low
Fall (Sep–Nov)
63°/40°F
avg high / low
Winter (Dec–Feb)
37°/18°F
avg high / low
Annual Precipitation
50.2"
Annual Snowfall
51.7"
Hot Days/Year
18
days above 90°F
Freeze Days/Year
144
days below 32°F
Rainy Days/Year
137
Average month
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| Month | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 35°F | 16°F | 2.75" |
| Feb | 38°F | 17°F | 2.60" |
| Mar | 47°F | 26°F | 3.43" |
| Apr | 60°F | 35°F | 4.06" |
| May | 72°F | 46°F | 3.71" |
| Jun | 80°F | 55°F | 4.37" |
| Jul | 85°F | 61°F | 4.15" |
| Aug | 83°F | 59°F | 3.72" |
| Sep | 75°F | 51°F | 4.60" |
| Oct | 63°F | 39°F | 4.72" |
| Nov | 51°F | 30°F | 3.47" |
| Dec | 40°F | 22°F | 3.58" |
Healthcare
Hospitals, ratings, and health insurance in Agawam
Uninsured
2.9%
of residents
No hospitals inside Agawam's limits — nearest hospitals · within 15 miles
Baystate Medical Center
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 4.4 mi away · Springfield
Mercy Medical Ctr
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 4.6 mi away · Springfield
Baystate Noble Hospital
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 6.5 mi away · Westfield
Adult Health · vs. the typical US place
Share of adults. Modeled estimates, not counted cases. “US” = the typical US place.
Medicare-certified hospitals only. Doesn’t include clinics, urgent care, or freestanding ERs.
Education12.7:1 student/teacher ratio
Schools and degree attainment in Agawam
Agawam's student/teacher ratio is 12.7:1 (lower than the national average of 16:1), and 34.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public Schools
8
within city limits
Private Schools
0
within city limits
College Degree Rate
34.0%
adults 25+ with bachelor's or higher
Student/Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
National avg 16:1
Schools located within city limits (2023) — school-level metrics change slowly year to year
Colleges Near Agawam (within 15 miles)
Springfield Technical Community College
4.8 mi awayPublic · 2-year · 4,759 students · in-state tuition $6,004 · 37% graduate · median earnings $45,410 (10 yrs after entry)
Public · 4-year · 3,615 students · in-state tuition $12,616 · 63% graduate · median earnings $63,082 (10 yrs after entry)
Public · 2-year · 3,591 students · in-state tuition $6,090 · 27% graduate · median earnings $44,609 (10 yrs after entry)
Western New England University
7.6 mi awayPrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 2,603 students · in-state tuition $49,490 · 66% graduate · median earnings $81,107 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 1,751 students · in-state tuition $46,700 · 74% graduate · median earnings $59,623 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 1,108 students · in-state tuition $39,061 · 57% graduate · median earnings $57,958 (10 yrs after entry)
Degree-granting colleges with 100+ students, placed by campus location (main campuses only — branch campuses are reported under their parent school)
Parks & Recreationclosest: Springfield Armory National Historic Site, 5 mi
Nearby national parks, recreation areas and public libraries for Agawam
Agawam has 8 nearby national parks or recreation areas, closest being Springfield Armory National Historic Site (5 mi away).
Nearby National Parks & Recreation Areas
Springfield Armory National Historic Site
National Historic Site
5 mi awayNew England National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
17 mi awayColtsville National Historical Park
National Historical Park
40 mi awayMartin Van Buren National Historic Site
National Historic Site
58 mi awayThomas Cole National Historic Site
National Historic Site
63 mi awayRoger Williams National Memorial
National Memorial
66 mi awayBlackstone River Valley National Historical Park
National Historical Park
67 mi awayEleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site
National Historic Site
67 mi awayPublic Libraries in Agawam
Agawam Public Library
750 Cooper Street, Agawam
Cities Near Agawam
The closest cities within 60 miles
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Agawam FAQ
Is Agawam, Massachusetts affordable?⌄
Agawam's median rent is $1,256/month, which is below the national average, making it relatively affordable. The median household income is $85,421/year. Median home value is $311,600.
Is Agawam, Massachusetts safe?⌄
Agawam's violent crime rate was 307 per 100,000 residents in 2025, which is close to the national average of 329/100k that year. Property crime rate is 885 per 100,000. As with any city, crime rates vary by neighborhood.
What is the job market like in Agawam, Massachusetts?⌄
Agawam has an unemployment rate of 4.5%, which is close to the national average of 4.3%.
What is the cost of living in Agawam, Massachusetts?⌄
The cost of living in Agawam is primarily driven by housing. Median rent is $1,256/month and median household income is $85,421/year. The median home value is $311,600. About 37% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing.
How is the commute in Agawam, Massachusetts?⌄
The average commute in Agawam is 22 minutes, which is about average compared to the national average of 26 minutes.
Data from the US Census Bureau, BLS, FBI, NOAA, EPA, Zillow Research and other public sources. Where our data comes from