Longmeadow, MA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 15,858 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | High |
Climate
Temperatures are moderate during the summer, but have your shovels ready for the winter--average snowfall in January is 13 inches.
Geography
Longmeadow lies a few miles south of Springfield, near the border with Connecticut.
Cultural Attractions
The Longmeadow Historical Society maintains the historic Storrs House and offers tours each May.
Historical
The town's name comes from "Long Meddow," a piece of common pastureland that was shared by the area's early English settlers.
Economy
Longmeadow's economy is largely retail based.
| Population [details] | 15,858 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 58.7% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 336.47 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 64.60% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 36.26 °F/16.24 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 80.6 °F/60.33 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 48.18 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 12 |
| Cost of living [details] | 123.2 |
| State sales tax | 5.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Boston (76.22 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | BRADLEY INTERNATIONAL (10.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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