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The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Hampshire county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 71.5℉ and the average temperature in January is 23.6℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 66% and the area covered by water is 3.01%. The overall influence score for Hampshire is 2.
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Hampshire County is located in western Massachusetts and is part of the Pioneer Valley region. The county has a population of approximately 157,000 people and covers an area of 545 square miles. The population is mostly white (91.4%), with smaller populations of Hispanic/Latino (3%), Black/African American (2.5%), Asian (2%), and Native American (0.4%) residents.
The median household income in Hampshire County is $67,400, with a poverty rate of 8.7%. The most common industries in the county are educational services, health care, professional, scientific, and technical services, and retail trade.
The cost of living in Hampshire County is slightly higher than the national average, but housing costs are lower than the national average. The median home value is around $233,000, and the median rent is around $1,200 per month.
Overall, Hampshire County has a high quality of life, with access to outdoor recreation areas, cultural activities, and educational opportunities.
The Massachusetts State Office, located in Amherst, MA, administers activity in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. Massachusetts area offices are located in Hadley, Holden and West Wareham. All offices are open to the public Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.Featured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Massachusetts