Pittsfield, MA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 44,415 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Low |
Geography
Pittsfield is in western Massachusetts, just 5 miles from the New York state line.
Cultural Attractions
Pittsfield is located in the Berkshires, home to dozens of renowned arts organizations like Tanglewood and the Barrington Stage Company.
Recreation
Pittsfield's Canoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary is known for hiking and bird-watching.
Historical
Herman Melville wrote the novel Moby-Dick while living in Pittsfield.
Economy
The company that would become General Electric was founded in Pittsfield in 1891. GE dominated the local economy for decades and remains a major employer in Pittsfield.
| Population [details] | 44,415 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 60.8% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 177.56 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 21.80% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 34.72 °F/13.2 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 82.2 °F/58.98 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 48.77 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 63 |
| Cost of living [details] | 101.2 |
| State sales tax | 5.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Boston (107.38 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | ALBANY INTERNATIONAL (35.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Trails and wildlife |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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