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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.
Community care facilities for the elderly 0
Percentage of population over age 55 32.1%
Number of museums within 30 miles 146
Number of libraries within the area 1
Number of movie theaters within 15 miles 15
Number of golf courses within 30 miles 152
Tax incentives for retirees No
Median income for those aged 55–64 $110,304
Median income for those aged 65–74 $81,250
Median income for those aged 75 and up $61,824

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