Chicopee, MA
Demographics And Statistics

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Living in Chicopee, Massachusetts

Life in Chicopee research summary. HomeSnacks has been using Saturday Night Science to research the quality of life in Chicopee over the past nine years using Census, FBI, Zillow, and other primary data sources. Here's a snapshot of Chicopee based on the most recently available data.

55,295 Population
$311,122 Median home value
$62,615 Median income
109 Cost of living +9% vs US
$1,157 Median rent
6.3% Unemployment
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Chicopee SnackAbility

6
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs 6/10
Housing 8/10
Affordability 6/10
Diversity 8.5/10
Safety 5/10
Amenities 9/10
Education 6/10
Commute 9/10

Crime in Chicopee summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Chicopee. Key points include:

  • There were 1,298 total crimes in Chicopee in the last reporting year.

  • The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Chicopee is 2,327.4 / 100k people.

  • The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Chicopee is 566.6 / 100k people.

  • The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Chicopee is 1,760.8 / 100k people.

  • Overall, crime in Chicopee is 9.82% above the national average.

1,298
Total Crimes
9.82%
Above National Average
Chicopee
US

Crime In Chicopee Comparison Table

Statistic Count
Raw
Chicopee
/ 100k People
Massachusetts
/ 100k People
National
/ 100k People
Total Crimes Per 100K 1,298 2,327.4 1,426.8 2,119.2
Violent Crime 316 566.6 314.7 359.0
Murder 4 7.2 1.8 5.0
Robbery 23 41.2 36.0 61.0
Aggravated Assault 241 432.1 249.3 256.0
Property Crime 982 1,760.8 1,112.1 1,760.0
Burglary 113 202.6 130.3 229.0
Larceny 750 1,344.8 876.3 1,272.0
Car Theft 119 213.4 105.5 259.0
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Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)

Cost of living in Chicopee summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Chicopee. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Massachusetts. Key points include:

  • The cost of living in Chicopee is 109 with 100 being average.

  • The cost of living in Chicopee is 1.1x higher than the national average.

  • The median home value in Chicopee is $311,122.

  • The median income in Chicopee is $62,615.

109
Chicopee's Overall Cost Of Living
1.1x
Higher Than The National Average
Chicopee
US

Cost Of Living In Chicopee Comparison Table

Living Expense Chicopee Massachusetts National Average
Overall 109 130 100
Services 110 110 100
Groceries 113 115 100
Health 105 168 100
Housing 113 117 100
Transportation 121 115 100
Utilities 117 114 100
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Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100

Chicopee, MA Weather

  • The average high in Chicopee is 60.0° and the average low is 39.0°.

  • There are 70.8 days of precipitation each year.

  • Expect an average of 45.1 inches of precipitation each year with 41.3 inches of snow.

StatChicopee
Average Annual High60.0
Average Annual Low39.0
Annual Precipitation Days70.8
Average Annual Precipitation45.1
Average Annual Snowfall41.3
60.0°
Average High
70.8
Days of Rain

Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)

Chicopee, MA Photos

Old Chs
Source: Wikipedia User Jerry Rodgers | CC BY-SA 3.0
Westover Air Reserve Base Tower
Source: Wikipedia User Alex McLeod | CC BY-SA 2.0
Chicopee Wwii Memorial
Source: Wikipedia User Jerry Rodgers | CC BY-SA 3.0
Szot Park Tank
Source: Wikipedia User Jerry Rodgers | CC BY-SA 3.0
City Hallc Chicopee Ma
Source: Wikipedia User John Phelan | CC BY 3.0
Chicopeema Edwardbellamyhouse
Source: Wikipedia User User:Magicpiano | GFDL
Hchsbuilding
Source: Public Domain
Edward Bellamy  Photograph C
Source: Public Domain
Chicopeeriver
Source: Wikipedia User en:User:LymanSchool (Rich | GFDL

2 Reviews & Comments About Chicopee

HomeSnacks User · 2018-08-28 01:06:49.088507
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This was an extremely unwelcoming town that was difficult to navigate and had a disgusting hotel.

The hotel we stayed at was filthy, and when we called to ask for more pillows, they said they didn't have any.

HomeSnacks User · 2019-05-10 12:48:17.398092
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I don't understand how Chicopee could be 10th most dangerous city in Ma. I moved into Chicopee 4 years ago and have never had an issue with anyone or my property. Its rare to see cops or any emergency in action. Very quiet neighborhoods. People are polite and courteous. The schools have helped my kids grades go up dramatically since we moved here. As for things to do, not much, since its a little town with just stores for shopping. Overall I love this place.

Chicopee Annual fair, not sure what's it called but it's a little fair with food and such. Celebrating Chicopee. There are also events for the holidays such as the Christmas Tree lighting. Plenty of parks and the Chicopee recreational office offers classes for adults and children such as swimming lessons, art classes, cpr training and more.

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Map Of Chicopee, MA

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Chicopee Demographics And Statistics

Population over time in Chicopee

The current population in Chicopee is 55,295. The population has increased 0.2% from 2010.

Year Population % Change
2024 55,295 0.1%
2023 55,213 -0.4%
2022 55,441 -0.4%
2021 55,636 0.8%
2020 55,186 -0.4%
2019 55,421 -0.4%
2018 55,661 -0.2%
2017 55,778 -0.6%
2016 56,100 -0.2%
2015 56,186 1.0%
2014 55,603 0.2%
2013 55,478 0.3%
2012 55,326 0.2%
2011 55,205 0.1%
2010 55,165 -

Race / Ethnicity in Chicopee

White 63.6% (35,186)
African American 4.4% (2,449)
American Indian 0.0% (9)
Asian 1.8% (992)
Hawaiian 0.0% (0)
Other 0.2% (97)
Two Or More 2.9% (1,599)
Hispanic 27.1% (14,963)
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Chicopee is:

  • 63.6% White with 35,186 White residents.

  • 4.4% African American with 2,449 African American residents.

  • 0.0% American Indian with 9 American Indian residents.

  • 1.8% Asian with 992 Asian residents.

  • 0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.

  • 0.2% Other with 97 Other residents.

  • 2.9% Two Or More with 1,599 Two Or More residents.

  • 27.1% Hispanic with 14,963 Hispanic residents.

Race Chicopee MA USA
White 63.6% 66.6% 57.4%
African American 4.4% 6.4% 11.9%
American Indian 0.0% 0.1% 0.5%
Asian 1.8% 7.3% 5.9%
Hawaiian 0.0% 0.0% 0.2%
Other 0.2% 1.2% 0.6%
Two Or More 2.9% 5.1% 4.3%
Hispanic 27.1% 13.3% 19.3%

Gender in Chicopee

Female 52.6% (29,102)
Male 47.4% (26,193)
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  • Chicopee is 52.6% female with 29,102 female residents.

  • Chicopee is 47.4% male with 26,193 male residents.

Gender Chicopee MA USA
Female 52.6% 51.1% 50.5%
Male 47.4% 48.9% 49.5%

Highest level of educational attainment in Chicopee for adults over 25

< 9th Grade 5.0% (2,764)
9-12th Grade 9.0% (4,976)
High School / GED 34.0% (18,800)
Some College 19.0% (10,506)
Associate's Degree 10.0% (5,529)
Bachelor's Degree 14.0% (7,741)
Master's Degree 8.0% (4,423)
Professional Degree 1.0% (552)
Doctorate Degree 0.0% (0)
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  • 5.0% of adults in Chicopee completed < 9th grade.

  • 9.0% of adults in Chicopee completed 9-12th grade.

  • 34.0% of adults in Chicopee completed high school / ged.

  • 19.0% of adults in Chicopee completed some college.

  • 10.0% of adults in Chicopee completed associate's degree.

  • 14.0% of adults in Chicopee completed bachelor's degree.

  • 8.0% of adults in Chicopee completed master's degree.

  • 1.0% of adults in Chicopee completed professional degree.

  • 0.0% of adults in Chicopee completed doctorate degree.

Education Chicopee MA USA
< 9th Grade 5.0% 6.0% 4.0%
9-12th Grade 9.0% 4.0% 6.0%
High School / GED 34.0% 23.0% 26.0%
Some College 19.0% 14.0% 19.0%
Associate's Degree 10.0% 7.0% 9.0%
Bachelor's Degree 14.0% 25.0% 22.0%
Master's Degree 8.0% 15.0% 10.0%
Professional Degree 1.0% 3.0% 2.0%
Doctorate Degree 0.0% 3.0% 2.0%

Household Income For Chicopee, Massachusetts

Less than $10,000 6.5% (357,479)
$10,000 to $14,999 6.6% (363,818)
$15,000 to $24,999 10.3% (568,933)
$25,000 to $34,999 6.5% (361,554)
$35,000 to $49,999 11.9% (657,454)
$50,000 to $74,999 15.3% (844,910)
$75,000 to $99,999 14.6% (808,234)
$100,000 to $149,999 16.9% (936,827)
$150,000 to $199,999 6.2% (341,858)
$200,000 or more 5.2% (288,428)
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  • 6.5% of households in Chicopee earn Less than $10,000.

  • 6.6% of households in Chicopee earn $10,000 to $14,999.

  • 10.3% of households in Chicopee earn $15,000 to $24,999.

  • 6.5% of households in Chicopee earn $25,000 to $34,999.

  • 11.9% of households in Chicopee earn $35,000 to $49,999.

  • 15.3% of households in Chicopee earn $50,000 to $74,999.

  • 14.6% of households in Chicopee earn $75,000 to $99,999.

  • 16.9% of households in Chicopee earn $100,000 to $149,999.

  • 6.2% of households in Chicopee earn $150,000 to $199,999.

  • 5.2% of households in Chicopee earn $200,000 or more.

Income Chicopee MA USA
Less than $10,000 6.5% 4.4% 5.0%
$10,000 to $14,999 6.6% 3.3% 3.4%
$15,000 to $24,999 10.3% 5.5% 6.3%
$25,000 to $34,999 6.5% 5.0% 6.6%
$35,000 to $49,999 11.9% 7.5% 10.1%
$50,000 to $74,999 15.3% 12.0% 15.5%
$75,000 to $99,999 14.6% 10.7% 12.6%
$100,000 to $149,999 16.9% 17.5% 17.5%
$150,000 to $199,999 6.2% 11.9% 9.6%
$200,000 or more 5.2% 22.3% 13.4%

Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)