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Dalton, Massachusetts, in Berkshire county, is 32 miles E of Albany, New York (center to center) and 108 miles W of Boston, Massachusetts. The town is located in the Pittsfield metropolitan area. Dalton has a population of 6,892.
In Dalton, about 58% of adults are married.
In 2000, Dalton had a median family income of $59,717. Poverty is less common in Dalton than most places.
Residents of Dalton gave more campaign money ($4,050) to John Kerry than to the other people running for President in 2004. Residents gave more to the Democratic party than any of the others.
Owners occupy 74% of the housing units in Dalton. On average, the construction date of housing in the town is earlier than you'll find in most places. One of the strengths of Dalton is the availability of reasonably priced apartment rentals.
In Dalton, 95% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Dalton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Massachusetts (State):
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| Seasonal and Vacation Housing | ![]() | ![]() |
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| Low Property Crime | ![]() | ![]() |
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Willow Brook (Home of Zenas Crane) c1909 (est.)
The Irving House between 1910 and 1920
Home of Zenas Crane between 1900 and 1915
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