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Ludlow, Massachusetts

Introduction to Ludlow, Massachusetts

Ludlow, Massachusetts, in Hampden county, is 6 miles E of Chicopee, Massachusetts and 73 miles W of Boston, Massachusetts. The people of the town are in the Springfield metropolitan area. Ludlow has a population of 21,209.

Ludlow History

Ludlow is also called Stoney Hill. It was previously settled in 1750 as the northeast precinct of Springfield, Massachusetts. It was later incorporated as a separate town on February 28, 1774. The origin of its name still remains a mystery; some people believe that Ludlow got its name from Roger Ludlow, a prominent New England citizen.

Ludlow and nearby Attractions

  • Lupa Zoo
  • The Submarine Force Museum
  • Old First Church of Sprigfield
  • Misquamicut State Beach
  • The Antiques Center of Yarmouth in West Yarmouth
  • Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration

Things To Do In Ludlow

There are extensive sea beaches and lush golf courses in Ludlow, along with heritage buildings and historical monuments. There is a vibrant nightlife in Ludlow; the festive season makes the city more colorful and lively. One can aso spend time at the local museums, aquarium or libraries.

Ludlow Transportation

Bradley International Airport serves the city's transportation needs.

Ludlow Higher Education

The Western New England College offers higher education facilities.

High Points

Ludlow strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Massachusetts):

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 12%Ludlow Short Commute Times
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)		Top 15%Ludlow Racial Diversity
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 15%Ludlow Low Property Crime

Comparative Profile of Ludlow, MA

Comparing Ludlow to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Massachusetts (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population1010
Well-Paid Single Men85
Age of the Population76
Senior Citizens67
Racial Diversity69
Children Under 5 Years Old12
Female Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married75
Average Household Size65

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better86
People Above Poverty74
Median Family Income73
College Educated Adults31

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times69
Public Transportation Use53
Working at Home11
Walking and Biking to Work11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing53
Affordability of Rents47
People Living Alone46
Affordability of Property Taxes47
Housing Recently Built45
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals35

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime95
Low Violent Crime54

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