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.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 16,407
- Population under 55:
- 65.9%
- Population over 55:
- 34.1%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Boston
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Average
- Temperature:
- 80°F July High, 16°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $80,818
- Median home price:
- $302,750
- Average property tax:
- $4,274
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 10.2%
- High
- Cost of living:
- High
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 1
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 18
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 31
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 0/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 30/1
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 55/2
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 248
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