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North Adams

This neighborhood sits in a river valley surrounded by scenic mountains.
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Welcome to North Adams

Located in North Berkshire County close to the Vermont state line, North Adams sits in a river valley surrounded by scenic mountains. North Adams residents are surrounded by art and nature. The city claims part of the Appalachian Trail and is best known as the home of MASS MoCA, the largest contemporary art museum in the United States.
 

Drive Times from Major Cities

  • From Albany, NY: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • From New York, NY: About 3 hours 45 minutes
  • From Boston, MA: About 3 hours 15 minutes
  • From Pittsfield, MA: About 40 minutes
  • From Springfield, MA: About 1 hour, 25 minutes

Community Resources and Amenities

North Adams New Resident Information
 
  • This helpful City of North Adams resource covers everything from cable and internet service to utility providers.
North Adams Public Library
 
  • Established in 1884.
  • Renovated in 2005 as Massachusetts first green library with solar panels and geothermal heating. LEED certified.
  • Youth programs include toddler and preschool story time, elementary school-aged programs, family yoga.
North Adams Public Schools
 
  • North Adams Public Schools consists of three elementary schools, Brayton, Greylock, and Colegrove Park, and Drury High School.
  • Drury High School serves North Adams and several adjacent towns.
  • Each elementary school offers PreK programs that run from Monday to Friday during the school year.
BART Charter Public School
 
  • Tuition-free, college prep charter school serving grades 6–12 in Berkshire County.
  • Offers a classic college prep curriculum with a focus on arts and technology.
McCann Technical School
 
  • Serves grades 9–12.
  • Part of the Northern Berkshire Vocational Regional School District, the first vocational regional school district in Massachusetts.
  • Serves the communities of Adams, Clarksburg, Cheshire, Florida, Lanesborough, Monroe, Savoy, Williamstown, and North Adams.

Health Care Resources

Berkshire Health North
71 Hospital Avenue, North Adams, MA
 
  • Part of the Berkshire Medical Center system.
  • Provides 24-hour emergency care, outpatient clinical and diagnostic services, outpatient surgery, and health and wellness programs.
  • Access to primary care is provided through Williamstown Medical of BMC and Berkshire Osteopathic Health of BMC.
  • Northern Berkshire Specialty Practices of BMC is located at the North Adams Campus. Provides specialty care in cardiology, oncology, physical therapy and rehab, and more.
  • Berkshire OB/GYN of BMC located in nearby Adams provides comprehensive womens health services in Northern Berkshire County.
Northern Berkshire Pediatrics

77 Hospital Ave #302, North Adams, MA
  • Newborn care, well checkups, school and sports physicals, immunizations, sick child treatment, pregnancy testing, and lead testing.

Recreation and Culture

North Adams Culture and Education
 
  • This resource from the North Adams Chamber of Commerce includes museums and art galleries in and near North Adams.
MASS MoCA
 
  • The Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art makes its home in a converted complex of 19th-century mill buildings that once housed Sprague Electric Company.
  • Permanent and visiting exhibitions focus on contemporary art forms.
  • Offers a venue for music, dance, film, and theater. Open year round with free parking.
  • Full-service restaurant, cafes, and a microbrewery.
 
Nature and art share equal billing in North Adams. MASS MoCA (left) and Natural Bridge State Park (right) are two well-known attractions in this North Berkshire town.

Overview for North Adams, MA

13,024 people live in North Adams, where the median age is 44.2 and the average individual income is $31,428. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

13,024

Total Population

44.2 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$31,428

Average individual Income

Around North Adams, MA

There's plenty to do around North Adams, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

14
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
7
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Migration Taco, Shire Donuts, and Cakes By Reba.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 1.21 miles 13 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 4.33 miles 10 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining · $$ 1.43 miles 5 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining · $$ 2.71 miles 60 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 4.77 miles 4 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.05 miles 4 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for North Adams, MA

North Adams has 5,540 households, with an average household size of 2.17. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in North Adams do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 13,024 people call North Adams home. The population density is 640.1 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

13,024

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

44.2

Median Age

49.96 / 50.04%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
5,540

Total Households

2.17

Average Household Size

$31,428

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

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