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.
| Community care facilities for the elderly | 0 |
| Percentage of population over age 55 | 31.5% |
| Number of museums within 30 miles | 98 |
| Number of libraries within the area | 2 |
| Number of movie theaters within 15 miles | 2 |
| Number of golf courses within 30 miles | 76 |
| Tax incentives for retirees | No |
| Median income for those aged 55–64 | $54,081 |
| Median income for those aged 65–74 | $38,966 |
| Median income for those aged 75 and up | $30,144 |
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