Pittsfield, MA

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Pittsfield Overview

43,730
TOTAL POPULATION
21,720
MALE POPULATION
22,010
FEMALE POPULATION
98.68
MALES / 100 FEMALES
101.34
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.4
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$42,303
PER CAPITA INCOME
$85,314
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$66,859
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
22.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
77.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,719
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
23,639
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Pittsfield

The most populous races in Pittsfield are White / Caucasian (35,861 | 82.0%), Hispanic or Latino (3,690 | 8.4%), and Two or more Races (3,336 | 7.6%).
Race in Pittsfield
Race# Population% Population
Asian5561.3%
Black / African American2,5935.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific120.0%
Hispanic or Latino3,6908.4%
Native / Alaskan680.2%
White / Caucasian35,86182.0%
Two or more Races3,3367.6%
Some other Race1,3043.0%
Total43,730100.0%

Ancestry in Pittsfield

The most populous ancestries reported in Pittsfield are Irish (8,501 | 19.4%), Italian (7,730 | 17.7%), English (4,439 | 10.2%), German (4,008 | 9.2%), and French (3,709 | 8.5%), together accounting for 64.9% of all Pittsfield residents.
Ancestry in Pittsfield
Ancestry# Population% Population
African3020.7%
American2,3995.5%
Apache70.0%
Arab1740.4%
Armenian220.1%
Austrian1680.4%
Bhutanese1710.4%
Blackfeet70.0%
British1390.3%
Burmese420.1%
Cajun150.0%
Canadian2310.5%
Cape Verdean390.1%
Central American8431.9%
Central American Indian610.1%
Cherokee3330.8%
Choctaw940.2%
Colombian2250.5%
Cuban1040.2%
Czech1030.2%
Czechoslovakian390.1%
Danish1950.4%
Dominican910.2%
Dutch3900.9%
Eastern European2860.6%
Ecuadorian1740.4%
English4,43910.2%
European3630.8%
Filipino180.0%
Finnish1000.2%
French3,7098.5%
French Canadian1,4313.3%
German4,0089.2%
Ghanaian1570.4%
Greek2550.6%
Haitian1280.3%
Honduran510.1%
Hungarian920.2%
Indian (Asian)1680.4%
Irish8,50119.4%
Iroquois170.0%
Italian7,73017.7%
Korean1160.3%
Latvian90.0%
Lebanese1460.3%
Lithuanian320.1%
Mexican3460.8%
Moroccan120.0%
Navajo20.0%
Nicaraguan400.1%
Northern European680.2%
Norwegian720.2%
Pakistani520.1%
Panamanian1190.3%
Pennsylvania German90.0%
Peruvian2310.5%
Polish2,6276.0%
Portuguese3950.9%
Puerto Rican1,4073.2%
Romanian870.2%
Russian3780.9%
Salvadoran6331.5%
Scandinavian610.1%
Scotch-Irish2240.5%
Scottish7801.8%
Serbian260.1%
Sioux340.1%
Slovak790.2%
Slovene90.0%
South African160.0%
South American6301.4%
Spaniard790.2%
Sri Lankan300.1%
Subsaharan African6481.5%
Swedish4191.0%
Swiss1060.2%
Thai1770.4%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian220.1%
Turkish110.0%
Ukrainian1430.3%
Welsh1360.3%
West Indian510.1%
Yugoslavian50.0%
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Immigrants in Pittsfield

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Pittsfield came from Europe (889 | 2.0%), Latin America (826 | 1.9%), Africa (765 | 1.8%), Western Africa (700 | 1.6%), and Ghana (552 | 1.3%), together accounting for 8.5% of all Pittsfield residents.
Immigrants in Pittsfield
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa7651.8%
Asia3530.8%
Australia80.0%
Barbados210.1%
Belarus590.1%
Brazil120.0%
Cabo Verde200.1%
Canada1320.3%
Caribbean1720.4%
Central America2630.6%
China410.1%
Colombia1060.2%
Cuba160.0%
Czechoslovakia380.1%
Dominican Republic950.2%
Eastern Asia850.2%
Eastern Europe3760.9%
Ecuador690.2%
El Salvador1770.4%
England440.1%
Europe8892.0%
Fiji120.0%
France170.0%
Germany1130.3%
Ghana5521.3%
Greece790.2%
Haiti10.0%
Honduras160.0%
India1490.3%
Ireland60.0%
Italy620.1%
Jamaica170.0%
Japan240.1%
Korea200.1%
Latin America8261.9%
Mexico700.2%
Moldova250.1%
Morocco490.1%
Northern Africa490.1%
Northern Europe1910.4%
Oceania200.1%
Peru2040.5%
Philippines280.1%
Poland360.1%
Portugal420.1%
Romania210.1%
Russia780.2%
Serbia260.1%
South Africa160.0%
South America3910.9%
South Central Asia1490.3%
South Eastern Asia1080.3%
Southern Europe1830.4%
Sweden120.0%
Switzerland90.0%
Thailand540.1%
Trinidad and Tobago220.1%
Turkey110.0%
Ukraine430.1%
Vietnam260.1%
Western Africa7001.6%
Western Asia110.0%
Western Europe1390.3%
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Sex and Age in Pittsfield

Sex and Age in Pittsfield

The most populous age groups in Pittsfield are 25 to 29 Years (1,665 | 7.7%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (1,982 | 9.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Pittsfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,313 (6.0%)952 (4.3%)
5 to 9 Years1,039 (4.8%)1,024 (4.6%)
10 to 14 Years1,091 (5.0%)1,042 (4.7%)
15 to 19 Years1,112 (5.1%)1,093 (5.0%)
20 to 24 Years1,302 (6.0%)1,092 (5.0%)
25 to 29 Years1,665 (7.7%)1,626 (7.4%)
30 to 34 Years1,556 (7.2%)1,396 (6.3%)
35 to 39 Years1,592 (7.3%)1,372 (6.2%)
40 to 44 Years1,151 (5.3%)1,254 (5.7%)
45 to 49 Years1,199 (5.5%)1,412 (6.4%)
50 to 54 Years1,523 (7.0%)1,247 (5.7%)
55 to 59 Years1,584 (7.3%)1,982 (9.0%)
60 to 64 Years1,592 (7.3%)1,774 (8.1%)
65 to 69 Years1,432 (6.6%)1,501 (6.8%)
70 to 74 Years1,021 (4.7%)920 (4.2%)
75 to 79 Years706 (3.3%)944 (4.3%)
80 to 84 Years481 (2.2%)585 (2.7%)
85 Years and over361 (1.7%)794 (3.6%)
Total21,720 (100.0%)22,010 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Pittsfield

Median Family Size in Pittsfield

The median family size in Pittsfield is 2.85 persons per family, with married-couple families (7,542 | 68.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.89 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (1,034 | 9.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.49 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Pittsfield
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple7,542 (68.5%)2.89
Single Male/Father1,034 (9.4%)2.49
Single Female/Mother2,431 (22.1%)2.87
Total Families11,007 (100.0%)2.85

Median Household Size in Pittsfield

The median household size in Pittsfield is 2.22 persons per household, with single female/mother households (2,431 | 12.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.11 persons per household. non-family households (8,230 | 42.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.26 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Pittsfield
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple7,542 (39.2%)2.89
Single Male/Father1,034 (5.4%)2.83
Single Female/Mother2,431 (12.6%)3.11
Non-family8,230 (42.8%)1.26
Total Households19,237 (100.0%)2.22

Household Size by Marriage Status in Pittsfield

Out of a total of 19,237 households in Pittsfield, 11,007 (57.2%) are family households, while 8,230 (42.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 5,548, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 6,647.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Pittsfield
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-6,647 (34.5%)
2-Person Households5,548 (28.8%)1,389 (7.2%)
3-Person Households2,888 (15.0%)133 (0.7%)
4-Person Households1,741 (9.0%)49 (0.3%)
5-Person Households603 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households173 (0.9%)12 (0.1%)
7+ Person Households54 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total11,007 (57.2%)8,230 (42.8%)

Female Fertility in Pittsfield

Fertility by Age in Pittsfield

Average fertility rate in Pittsfield is 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 63.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 61.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Pittsfield
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years259 (61.5%)63.0
35 to 50 years162 (38.5%)39.0
Total421 (100.0%)45.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Pittsfield

80.5% of women with births (421) in Pittsfield are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 29.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 4.3% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Pittsfield
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years184 (71.0%)75 (29.0%)
35 to 50 years155 (95.7%)7 (4.3%)
Total339 (80.5%)82 (19.5%)

Fertility by Education in Pittsfield

Average fertility rate in Pittsfield is 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 113.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 19.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree represent 33.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Pittsfield
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School27 (6.4%)24.0
High School Diploma34 (8.1%)19.0
College or Associate's Degree132 (31.4%)41.0
Bachelor's Degree86 (20.4%)44.0
Graduate Degree142 (33.7%)113.0
Total421 (100.0%)45.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Pittsfield

19.5% of women with births in Pittsfield are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 38.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Pittsfield
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma25 (73.5%)9 (26.5%)
College or Associate's Degree92 (69.7%)40 (30.3%)
Bachelor's Degree53 (61.6%)33 (38.4%)
Graduate Degree142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total339 (80.5%)82 (19.5%)

Income in Pittsfield

Income Overview in Pittsfield

Per Capita Income in Pittsfield is $42,303, while median incomes of families and households are $85,314 and $66,859 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income43,730$42,303
Median Family Income11,007$85,314
Mean Family Income11,007$117,377
Median Household Income19,237$66,859
Mean Household Income19,237$91,402
Income Deficit11,007$9,719
Wage / Income Gap (%)43,73022.66%
Wage / Income Gap ($)43,73077.34¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index43,7300.48

Earnings by Sex in Pittsfield

Average Earnings in Pittsfield are $40,242, $45,645 for men and $35,300 for women, a difference of 22.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Pittsfield
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male12,321 (50.4%)$45,645
Female12,139 (49.6%)$35,300
Total24,460 (100.0%)$40,242

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Pittsfield

The most common earnings brackets in Pittsfield are $100,000+ for men (1,775 | 14.4%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (1,243 | 10.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Pittsfield
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less540 (4.4%)728 (6.0%)
$2,500 to $4,999499 (4.1%)280 (2.3%)
$5,000 to $7,499310 (2.5%)462 (3.8%)
$7,500 to $9,999300 (2.4%)431 (3.5%)
$10,000 to $12,499282 (2.3%)425 (3.5%)
$12,500 to $14,999213 (1.7%)510 (4.2%)
$15,000 to $17,499253 (2.1%)189 (1.6%)
$17,500 to $19,999285 (2.3%)264 (2.2%)
$20,000 to $22,499291 (2.4%)324 (2.7%)
$22,500 to $24,999166 (1.3%)681 (5.6%)
$25,000 to $29,999633 (5.1%)641 (5.3%)
$30,000 to $34,999867 (7.0%)1,066 (8.8%)
$35,000 to $39,999662 (5.4%)862 (7.1%)
$40,000 to $44,999714 (5.8%)438 (3.6%)
$45,000 to $49,999729 (5.9%)768 (6.3%)
$50,000 to $54,999423 (3.4%)300 (2.5%)
$55,000 to $64,9991,277 (10.4%)792 (6.5%)
$65,000 to $74,999725 (5.9%)889 (7.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,377 (11.2%)1,243 (10.2%)
$100,000+1,775 (14.4%)846 (7.0%)
Total12,321 (100.0%)12,139 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Pittsfield

Average earnings in Pittsfield are $49,455 for men and $38,493 for women, a difference of 22.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $83,173, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $24,200. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,554, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,656.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Pittsfield
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$24,200$22,656
High School Diploma$42,209$27,689
College or Associate's Degree$42,144$37,943
Bachelor's Degree$62,708$46,136
Graduate Degree$83,173$63,554
Total$49,455$38,493

Family Income in Pittsfield

Family Income Brackets in Pittsfield

According to the Pittsfield family income data, there are 2,135 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.4% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 198 families (1.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Pittsfield
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0003192.9%
$10,000 to $14,9991981.8%
$15,000 to $24,9995615.1%
$25,000 to $34,9996826.2%
$35,000 to $49,9999808.9%
$50,000 to $74,9991,95917.8%
$75,000 to $99,9991,92617.5%
$100,000 to $149,9992,13519.4%
$150,000 to $199,9991,0139.2%
$200,000+1,24411.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Pittsfield

7+ person families (54 | 0.5%) account for the highest median family income in Pittsfield with $172,672 per family, while 2-person families (6,005 | 54.6%) have the highest median income of $42,390 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Pittsfield
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families6,005 (54.6%)$84,781
3-Person Families2,746 (24.9%)$76,406
4-Person Families1,503 (13.7%)$113,650
5-Person Families560 (5.1%)$89,423
6-Person Families139 (1.3%)$90,977
7+ Person Families54 (0.5%)$172,672
Total11,007 (100.0%)$85,314

Family Income by Number of Earners in Pittsfield

The median family income in Pittsfield is $85,314, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,176) having the highest median family income of $165,643, while families with no earners (1,875) have the lowest median family income of $46,469, accounting for 10.7% and 17.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Pittsfield
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,875 (17.0%)$46,469
1 Earner3,614 (32.8%)$65,772
2 Earners4,342 (39.5%)$105,551
3+ Earners1,176 (10.7%)$165,643
Total11,007 (100.0%)$85,314

Household Income in Pittsfield

Household Income Brackets in Pittsfield

With 3,039 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Pittsfield, accounting for 15.8% of all households. In contrast, only 750 households (3.9%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Pittsfield
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0007503.9%
$10,000 to $14,9997894.1%
$15,000 to $24,9991,96210.2%
$25,000 to $34,9991,6938.8%
$35,000 to $49,9992,34712.2%
$50,000 to $74,9993,02015.7%
$75,000 to $99,9993,03915.8%
$100,000 to $149,9993,03915.8%
$150,000 to $199,9991,2506.5%
$200,000+1,3667.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Pittsfield

The median household income in Pittsfield is $66,859, with the highest median household income of $82,884 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 7,312 households (38.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $39,606, with 495 households (2.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Pittsfield
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years495 (2.6%)$39,606
25 to 44 Years5,724 (29.8%)$68,258
45 to 64 Years7,312 (38.0%)$82,884
65+ Years5,706 (29.7%)$51,111
Total19,237 (100.0%)$66,859

Poverty in Pittsfield

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Pittsfield

With 14.8% poverty level for males and 12.8% for females among the residents of Pittsfield, 12 to 14 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 287 males (42.0%) and 281 females (23.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Pittsfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years331 (25.2%)191 (20.1%)
5 Years19 (12.1%)51 (23.1%)
6 to 11 Years500 (40.2%)281 (23.4%)
12 to 14 Years287 (42.0%)66 (10.8%)
15 Years94 (30.9%)70 (19.0%)
16 and 17 Years94 (27.8%)74 (21.4%)
18 to 24 Years221 (12.8%)101 (7.0%)
25 to 34 Years371 (11.7%)484 (16.0%)
35 to 44 Years394 (14.6%)281 (10.7%)
45 to 54 Years182 (6.8%)277 (10.4%)
55 to 64 Years419 (13.3%)452 (12.2%)
65 to 74 Years146 (6.1%)195 (8.1%)
75 Years and over90 (6.3%)243 (11.3%)
Total3,148 (14.8%)2,766 (12.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Pittsfield

According to the poverty statistics in Pittsfield, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 18 to 24 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 93.9% of males and 93.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Pittsfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years982 (74.8%)761 (79.9%)
5 Years138 (87.9%)170 (76.9%)
6 to 11 Years745 (59.8%)919 (76.6%)
12 to 14 Years396 (58.0%)546 (89.2%)
15 Years210 (69.1%)299 (81.0%)
16 and 17 Years244 (72.2%)272 (78.6%)
18 to 24 Years1,503 (87.2%)1,343 (93.0%)
25 to 34 Years2,810 (88.3%)2,538 (84.0%)
35 to 44 Years2,305 (85.4%)2,342 (89.3%)
45 to 54 Years2,514 (93.2%)2,376 (89.6%)
55 to 64 Years2,737 (86.7%)3,240 (87.8%)
65 to 74 Years2,249 (93.9%)2,206 (91.9%)
75 Years and over1,335 (93.7%)1,915 (88.7%)
Total18,168 (85.2%)18,927 (87.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Pittsfield

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Pittsfield show that 2.7% or 202 of the total 7,542 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 7.1%, comprising of 22 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Pittsfield
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children5,105 (98.2%)96 (1.8%)
1 or 2 Children1,942 (95.9%)84 (4.2%)
3 or 4 Children286 (92.9%)22 (7.1%)
5 or more Children7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,340 (97.3%)202 (2.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Pittsfield

According to the poverty data in Pittsfield, 16.3% or 169 single-father households and 25.8% or 626 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 144 households (24.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 221 households (81.6%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Pittsfield
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children25 (5.8%)39 (5.3%)
1 or 2 Children144 (24.0%)366 (25.7%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)221 (81.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total169 (16.3%)626 (25.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Pittsfield

The poverty data for Pittsfield shows that 202 of the married-couple family households (2.7%) and 795 of the single-parent households (22.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 households (7.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 221 household (81.6%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Pittsfield
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children96 (1.8%)64 (5.5%)
1 or 2 Children84 (4.2%)510 (25.2%)
3 or 4 Children22 (7.1%)221 (81.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total202 (2.7%)795 (22.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Pittsfield

Employment by Class of Employer in Pittsfield

Among the 21,165 employed individuals in Pittsfield, private company employees (12,501 | 59.1%), not-for-profit organizations (3,934 | 18.6%), and local government employees (1,588 | 7.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Pittsfield
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees12,50159.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)5592.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1,1535.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations3,93418.6%
Local Government Employees1,5887.5%
State Government Employees1,1275.3%
Federal Government Employees2661.3%
Unpaid Family Workers370.2%
Total21,165100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Pittsfield

According to the labor force statistics for Pittsfield, out of the total population over 16 years of age (36,593), 64.6% or 23,639 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.1% or 1,678 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 88.3% or 2,114 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 19.7% or 127 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Pittsfield
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years645 (42.2%)127 (19.7%)
20 to 24 Years2,114 (88.3%)256 (12.1%)
25 to 29 Years2,705 (82.2%)181 (6.7%)
30 to 34 Years2,491 (84.4%)164 (6.6%)
35 to 44 Years4,558 (84.9%)460 (10.1%)
45 to 54 Years4,364 (81.1%)236 (5.4%)
55 to 59 Years2,771 (77.7%)127 (4.6%)
60 to 64 Years2,100 (62.4%)52 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years1,496 (30.7%)54 (3.6%)
75 Years and over399 (10.3%)16 (4.0%)
Total23,639 (64.6%)1,678 (7.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Pittsfield

According to labor force statistics for Pittsfield, 79.4% of individuals (18,996) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (23,925) are in the labor force, with 6.4% or 1,216 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.4% or 7,533 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.7% or 71 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Pittsfield
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School734 (46.7%)152 (9.7%)
High School Diploma5,044 (75.8%)619 (9.3%)
College / Associate Degree5,672 (78.0%)502 (6.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher7,533 (89.4%)320 (3.8%)
Total18,996 (79.4%)1,531 (6.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Pittsfield

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pittsfield are Community & Social Service (2,956 | 13.5%), Management (2,340 | 10.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,928 | 8.8%), Education Instruction & Library (1,419 | 6.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (1,392 | 6.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Pittsfield

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pittsfield, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (91.0%), Architecture & Engineering (82.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (77.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (79.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (78.6%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (78.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Pittsfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Management1,311 (56.0%)1,029 (44.0%)
Business & Financial393 (44.5%)490 (55.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1,081 (77.7%)311 (22.3%)
Computers & Mathematics686 (91.0%)68 (9.0%)
Architecture & Engineering347 (82.6%)73 (17.4%)
Life, Physical & Social Science48 (22.0%)170 (78.0%)
Community & Social Service 969 (32.8%)1,987 (67.2%)
Education, Arts & Media259 (31.6%)562 (68.4%)
Legal Services & Support147 (38.5%)235 (61.5%)
Education Instruction & Library420 (29.6%)999 (70.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment143 (42.8%)191 (57.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating413 (21.4%)1,515 (78.6%)
Health Technologists273 (20.1%)1,085 (79.9%)
Total (Category)4,167 (43.9%)5,332 (56.1%)
Total (Overall)10,883 (49.5%)11,087 (50.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Pittsfield are Healthcare Support (1,348 | 6.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (1,211 | 5.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (687 | 3.1%), Security & Protection (630 | 2.9%), and Personal Care & Service (600 | 2.7%).
Services Occupations in Pittsfield

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Pittsfield, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (75.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (62.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (88.1%), Personal Care & Service (70.2%), and Firefighting & Prevention (62.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Pittsfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support160 (11.9%)1,188 (88.1%)
Security & Protection473 (75.1%)157 (24.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention96 (37.9%)157 (62.1%)
Law Enforcement377 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving617 (50.9%)594 (49.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance429 (62.5%)258 (37.6%)
Personal Care & Service179 (29.8%)421 (70.2%)
Total (Category)1,858 (41.5%)2,618 (58.5%)
Total (Overall)10,883 (49.5%)11,087 (50.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Pittsfield are Office & Administration (2,310 | 10.5%), and Sales & Related (2,190 | 10.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Pittsfield

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Pittsfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related1,125 (51.4%)1,065 (48.6%)
Office & Administration568 (24.6%)1,742 (75.4%)
Total (Category)1,693 (37.6%)2,807 (62.4%)
Total (Overall)10,883 (49.5%)11,087 (50.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Pittsfield are Construction & Extraction (941 | 4.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (341 | 1.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (54 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Pittsfield

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Pittsfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry44 (81.5%)10 (18.5%)
Construction & Extraction908 (96.5%)33 (3.5%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair341 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)1,293 (96.8%)43 (3.2%)
Total (Overall)10,883 (49.5%)11,087 (50.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Pittsfield are Production (950 | 4.3%), Material Moving (622 | 2.8%), and Transportation (587 | 2.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Pittsfield

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Pittsfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Production811 (85.4%)139 (14.6%)
Transportation504 (85.9%)83 (14.1%)
Material Moving557 (89.5%)65 (10.4%)
Total (Category)1,872 (86.7%)287 (13.3%)
Total (Overall)10,883 (49.5%)11,087 (50.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Pittsfield

Employment Industries in Pittsfield

The major employment industries in Pittsfield include Health Care & Social Assistance (5,003 | 22.8%), Retail Trade (2,860 | 13.0%), Educational Services (2,093 | 9.5%), Professional & Scientific (1,744 | 7.9%), and Manufacturing (1,532 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries in Pittsfield

Employment Industries by Sex in Pittsfield

The Pittsfield industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Construction (94.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (77.8%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (65.3%), and Educational Services (65.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Pittsfield
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting85 (53.1%)75 (46.9%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction905 (94.0%)58 (6.0%)
Manufacturing1,268 (82.8%)264 (17.2%)
Wholesale Trade293 (54.5%)245 (45.5%)
Retail Trade1,711 (59.8%)1,149 (40.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing382 (59.5%)260 (40.5%)
Utilities143 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information212 (50.4%)209 (49.6%)
Finance & Insurance356 (45.2%)432 (54.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing184 (58.2%)132 (41.8%)
Professional & Scientific1,023 (58.7%)721 (41.3%)
Enterprise Management42 (64.6%)23 (35.4%)
Administrative & Support346 (60.7%)224 (39.3%)
Educational Services730 (34.9%)1,363 (65.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance1,111 (22.2%)3,892 (77.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation129 (34.7%)243 (65.3%)
Accommodation & Food Services691 (48.8%)726 (51.2%)
Public Administration714 (68.0%)336 (32.0%)
Total10,883 (49.5%)11,087 (50.5%)

Education in Pittsfield

School Enrollment in Pittsfield

The most common levels of schooling among the 8,656 students in Pittsfield are high school (1,999 | 23.1%), college / undergraduate (1,968 | 22.7%), and elementary school (1,756 | 20.3%).
School Enrollment in Pittsfield
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool4975.7%
Kindergarten1932.2%
Elementary School1,75620.3%
Middle School1,59418.4%
High School1,99923.1%
College / Undergraduate1,96822.7%
Graduate / Professional6497.5%
Total8,656100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Pittsfield

Out of a total of 8,656 students who are enrolled in schools in Pittsfield, 1,298 (15.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 7,358 (85.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 191 (51.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2,034 (95.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Pittsfield
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds181 (48.7%)191 (51.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,655 (86.5%)259 (13.5%)
10 to 14 Year Olds2,034 (95.7%)92 (4.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds1,241 (93.4%)88 (6.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds544 (81.7%)122 (18.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds511 (68.1%)239 (31.9%)
25 to 34 Year Olds651 (84.9%)116 (15.1%)
35 Years and over543 (74.2%)189 (25.8%)
Total7,358 (85.0%)1,298 (15.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Pittsfield

Business (1,850 | 14.9%), science & technology (1,350 | 10.9%), social sciences (1,318 | 10.6%), education (1,301 | 10.5%), and bio, nature & agricultural (961 | 7.8%) are the most common fields of study among 12,385 individuals in Pittsfield who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Pittsfield
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics7045.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural9617.8%
Physical & Health Sciences3512.8%
Psychology8286.7%
Social Sciences1,31810.6%
Engineering6124.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies1781.4%
Science & Technology1,35010.9%
Business1,85014.9%
Education1,30110.5%
Literature & Languages6395.2%
Liberal Arts & History6835.5%
Visual & Performing Arts6305.1%
Communications2742.2%
Arts & Humanities7065.7%
Total12,385100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Pittsfield

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Pittsfield

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Pittsfield are males with 2 vehicles (4,583, accounting for 43.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (4,297, making up 43.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Pittsfield
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle414 (3.9%)343 (3.3%)
1 Vehicle2,860 (27.0%)3,014 (28.8%)
2 Vehicles4,583 (43.2%)4,297 (41.0%)
3 Vehicles2,036 (19.2%)2,371 (22.7%)
4 Vehicles516 (4.9%)246 (2.4%)
5 or more Vehicles193 (1.8%)197 (1.9%)
Total10,602 (100.0%)10,468 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Pittsfield

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Pittsfield are 10 to 14 minutes (5,474 commuters, 27.7%), 15 to 19 minutes (4,532 commuters, 22.9%), and 5 to 9 minutes (4,010 commuters, 20.3%).
Commute Time in Pittsfield
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4262.1%
5 to 9 Minutes4,01020.3%
10 to 14 Minutes5,47427.7%
15 to 19 Minutes4,53222.9%
20 to 24 Minutes1,7949.1%
25 to 29 Minutes4562.3%
30 to 34 Minutes8864.5%
35 to 39 Minutes2671.3%
40 to 44 Minutes2561.3%
45 to 59 Minutes8454.3%
60 to 89 Minutes5362.7%
90 or more Minutes3061.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Pittsfield

The most common commute times in Pittsfield are 10 to 14 minutes (2,664 commuters, 26.4%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (2,810 commuters, 28.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Pittsfield
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes205 (2.0%)221 (2.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,852 (18.4%)2,158 (22.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes2,664 (26.4%)2,810 (28.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes2,488 (24.7%)2,044 (21.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes871 (8.6%)923 (9.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes231 (2.3%)225 (2.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes507 (5.0%)379 (3.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes187 (1.8%)80 (0.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes136 (1.3%)120 (1.2%)
45 to 59 Minutes513 (5.1%)332 (3.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes278 (2.8%)258 (2.7%)
90 or more Minutes150 (1.5%)156 (1.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Pittsfield

The most frequent times of departure to work in Pittsfield are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,416, 14.0%) for males and 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM (1,327, 13.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Pittsfield
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM449 (4.4%)74 (0.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM252 (2.5%)47 (0.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM300 (3.0%)180 (1.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM650 (6.5%)284 (2.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM1,294 (12.8%)1,152 (11.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,416 (14.0%)1,244 (12.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM996 (9.9%)1,215 (12.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM1,237 (12.3%)1,210 (12.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM544 (5.4%)1,327 (13.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM500 (5.0%)1,091 (11.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM252 (2.5%)437 (4.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM119 (1.2%)93 (1.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM1,368 (13.6%)936 (9.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM705 (7.0%)416 (4.3%)
Total10,082 (100.0%)9,706 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Pittsfield

Occupancy by Ownership in Pittsfield

Of the total 19,237 dwellings in Pittsfield, owner-occupied units account for 11,847 (61.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 7,390 (38.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Pittsfield
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units11,84761.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units7,39038.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units19,237100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Pittsfield

Occupancy by Household Size in Pittsfield
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household6,64734.5%
2-Person Household6,93736.1%
3-Person Household3,02115.7%
4+ Person Household2,63213.7%
Total Housing Units19,237100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Pittsfield

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Pittsfield
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household2,905 (43.7%)3,742 (56.3%)
2-Person Household4,944 (71.3%)1,993 (28.7%)
3-Person Household2,237 (74.1%)784 (26.0%)
4+ Person Household1,761 (66.9%)871 (33.1%)
Total Housing Units11,847 (61.6%)7,390 (38.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Pittsfield

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Pittsfield
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School482 (40.0%)724 (60.0%)
High School Diploma2,934 (57.4%)2,178 (42.6%)
College/Associate Degree3,581 (55.1%)2,920 (44.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher4,850 (75.6%)1,568 (24.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Pittsfield

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Pittsfield
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years3,42617.8%
35 to 44 Years2,79314.5%
45 to 54 Years3,11016.2%
55 to 64 Years4,20221.8%
65 to 74 Years3,05615.9%
75 to 84 Years1,7859.3%
85 Years and Over8654.5%
Total19,237100.0%

Housing Finances in Pittsfield

Median Income by Occupancy in Pittsfield

Median Income by Occupancy in Pittsfield
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied11,847 (61.6%)$89,262
Renter-Occupied7,390 (38.4%)$37,578
Average19,237 (100.0%)$66,859

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Pittsfield

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Pittsfield
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000135 (1.1%)226 (3.1%)
$5,000 to $9,99970 (0.6%)310 (4.2%)
$10,000 to $14,999215 (1.8%)582 (7.9%)
$15,000 to $19,999293 (2.5%)877 (11.9%)
$20,000 to $24,999245 (2.1%)541 (7.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999843 (7.1%)849 (11.5%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,027 (8.7%)1,316 (17.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,833 (15.5%)1,186 (16.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,087 (17.6%)953 (12.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9992,811 (23.7%)233 (3.2%)
$150,000 or more2,288 (19.3%)317 (4.3%)
Total11,847 (100.0%)7,390 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Pittsfield

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Pittsfield
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300160 (1.3%)426 (5.8%)
$300 to $499703 (5.9%)429 (5.8%)
$500 to $7992,204 (18.6%)908 (12.3%)
$800 to $9991,181 (10.0%)1,699 (23.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4992,724 (23.0%)2,783 (37.7%)
$1,500 to $1,9992,969 (25.1%)721 (9.8%)
$2,000 to $2,499817 (6.9%)221 (3.0%)
$2,500 to $2,999524 (4.4%)72 (1.0%)
$3,000 or more565 (4.8%)42 (0.6%)
Total11,847 (100.0%)7,390 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Pittsfield

Housing Structures in Pittsfield

Housing Structures in Pittsfield
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached10,52154.7%
Single Unit, Attached7363.8%
2 Unit Apartments2,51113.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2,11611.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,2716.6%
10 or more Apartments1,8759.8%
Mobile Home / Other2071.1%
Total19,237100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Pittsfield

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Pittsfield
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached10,014 (95.2%)507 (4.8%)
Single Unit, Attached537 (73.0%)199 (27.0%)
2 Unit Apartments763 (30.4%)1,748 (69.6%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments242 (11.4%)1,874 (88.6%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments50 (3.9%)1,221 (96.1%)
10 or more Apartments46 (2.5%)1,829 (97.6%)
Mobile Home / Other195 (94.2%)12 (5.8%)
Total11,847 (61.6%)7,390 (38.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Pittsfield

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Pittsfield
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room20 (0.2%)290 (3.9%)
2 or 3 Rooms153 (1.3%)2,101 (28.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms3,038 (25.6%)3,638 (49.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms5,682 (48.0%)1,112 (15.0%)
8 or more Rooms2,954 (24.9%)249 (3.4%)
Total11,847 (100.0%)7,390 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Pittsfield

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Pittsfield
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas6,849 (57.8%)4,563 (61.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas511 (4.3%)301 (4.1%)
Electricity507 (4.3%)1,608 (21.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene3,675 (31.0%)717 (9.7%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels305 (2.6%)142 (1.9%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)59 (0.8%)
Total11,847 (100.0%)7,390 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Pittsfield

Household Vehicle Usage in Pittsfield
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle501 (4.2%)2,221 (30.0%)
1 Vehicle3,697 (31.2%)3,931 (53.2%)
2 Vehicles5,559 (46.9%)1,015 (13.7%)
3 or more Vehicles2,090 (17.6%)223 (3.0%)
Total11,847 (100.0%)7,390 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Pittsfield

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Pittsfield

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units4,3237,524
Median Property Value$213,200$224,100
Median Household Income$70,115$1,720
Monthly Housing Costs$705$544
Real Estate Taxes$3,741$62

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Pittsfield

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Pittsfield
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000275 (6.4%)107 (1.4%)
$50,000 to $99,999185 (4.3%)162 (2.1%)
$100,000 to $299,9992,991 (69.2%)5,163 (68.6%)
$300,000 to $499,999618 (14.3%)1,537 (20.4%)
$500,000 to $749,999144 (3.3%)296 (3.9%)
$750,000 to $999,99951 (1.2%)134 (1.8%)
$1,000,000 or more59 (1.4%)125 (1.7%)
Total4,323 (100.0%)7,524 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Pittsfield

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Pittsfield
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00075 (1.7%)397 (5.3%)
$10,000 to $24,999480 (11.1%)130 (1.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999467 (10.8%)273 (3.6%)
$35,000 to $49,999461 (10.7%)376 (5.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999845 (19.6%)566 (7.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999621 (14.4%)988 (13.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999806 (18.6%)1,466 (19.5%)
$150,000 or more568 (13.1%)2,005 (26.7%)
Total4,323 (100.0%)7,524 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Pittsfield

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Pittsfield
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,292 (29.9%)99,144 (1,317.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x1,001 (23.2%)2,801 (37.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x432 (10.0%)2,037 (27.1%)
4.0x or more1,560 (36.1%)1,169 (15.5%)
Total4,323 (100.0%)7,524 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Pittsfield

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Pittsfield
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80036 (0.8%)33 (0.4%)
$800 to $1,499201 (4.6%)195 (2.6%)
$800 to $1,4993,736 (86.4%)539 (7.2%)
Total4,323 (100.0%)7,524 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Pittsfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pittsfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pittsfield
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years2,634 (99.7%)9 (0.3%)
6 to 18 Years5,385 (99.2%)43 (0.8%)
19 to 25 Years3,536 (96.3%)136 (3.7%)
26 to 34 Years5,122 (94.2%)314 (5.8%)
35 to 44 Years5,097 (95.8%)225 (4.2%)
45 to 54 Years5,212 (97.4%)137 (2.6%)
55 to 64 Years6,588 (96.2%)260 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years4,796 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older3,583 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total41,953 (97.4%)1,124 (2.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Pittsfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Pittsfield
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born2,634 (99.7%)9 (0.3%)
Foreign Born, Citizen5,385 (99.2%)43 (0.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen3,536 (96.3%)136 (3.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Pittsfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Pittsfield
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0005,302 (98.3%)92 (1.7%)
$25,000 to $49,9997,303 (97.9%)158 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9996,175 (95.2%)309 (4.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9997,559 (98.6%)105 (1.4%)
$100,000 and over15,230 (97.3%)429 (2.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pittsfield

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pittsfield
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 61,405 (53.2%)1,264 (47.8%)
6 to 18 Years3,390 (62.5%)2,501 (46.1%)
19 to 25 Years1,257 (34.2%)2,719 (74.1%)
25 to 34 Years2,043 (37.6%)3,290 (60.5%)
35 to 44 Years1,959 (36.8%)3,505 (65.9%)
45 to 54 Years1,601 (29.9%)3,953 (73.9%)
55 to 64 Years2,115 (30.9%)4,834 (70.6%)
65 to 74 Years4,395 (91.6%)2,812 (58.6%)
75 Years and over3,531 (98.6%)2,497 (69.7%)
Total21,696 (50.4%)27,375 (63.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Pittsfield

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Pittsfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years359 (13.1%)166 (6.0%)
18 to 34 Years732 (14.9%)554 (12.3%)
35 to 64 Years1,212 (14.2%)1,658 (18.5%)
65 to 74 Years509 (21.2%)505 (21.0%)
75 Years and over555 (39.0%)1,068 (49.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Pittsfield

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Pittsfield: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)15 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years64 (1.3%)8 (0.2%)
35 to 64 Years415 (4.9%)366 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years116 (4.8%)68 (2.8%)
75 Years and over330 (23.2%)488 (22.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Pittsfield: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years33 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years116 (2.4%)27 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years233 (2.7%)240 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years144 (6.0%)73 (3.0%)
75 Years and over41 (2.9%)259 (12.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Pittsfield: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years359 (13.1%)128 (4.6%)
18 to 34 Years580 (11.8%)418 (9.3%)
35 to 64 Years677 (7.9%)783 (8.7%)
65 to 74 Years67 (2.8%)179 (7.5%)
75 Years and over165 (11.6%)161 (7.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Pittsfield: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)23 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years108 (2.2%)101 (2.2%)
35 to 64 Years625 (7.3%)794 (8.8%)
65 to 74 Years314 (13.1%)362 (15.1%)
75 Years and over344 (24.1%)786 (36.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Pittsfield: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)22 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years102 (2.1%)7 (0.2%)
35 to 64 Years432 (5.1%)385 (4.3%)
65 to 74 Years90 (3.8%)186 (7.7%)
75 Years and over173 (12.1%)265 (12.3%)

Technology Access in Pittsfield

Computing Device Access in Pittsfield

Computing Device Access in Pittsfield
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop15,10978.5%
Smartphone15,71581.7%
Tablet11,56560.1%
No Computing Device1,3697.1%
Total19,237100.0%

Internet Access in Pittsfield

Internet Access in Pittsfield
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet240.1%
Broadband Home14,98777.9%
Cellular Data Only1,5608.1%
Satellite Internet6093.2%
No Internet2,24011.6%
Total19,237100.0%

Pittsfield Summary

Pittsfield, Massachusetts is a city located in the western part of the state, in Berkshire County. It is the largest city in the county and the principal city of the Pittsfield, Massachusetts Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city is situated in the Berkshires, a region of the Appalachian Mountains, and is located approximately 110 miles west of Boston.

History

The area that is now Pittsfield was originally inhabited by the Mahican Native American tribe. The first European settlers arrived in the area in 1752, and the town was officially incorporated in 1761. The town was named after William Pitt, the Earl of Chatham, who was a prominent British statesman.
In the late 18th century, Pittsfield became an important center for the production of iron and steel. The city was also home to several important manufacturing companies, including the Berkshire Cotton Manufacturing Company, the Berkshire Woolen Company, and the Berkshire Iron Works.
In the 19th century, Pittsfield was an important center for the abolitionist movement. The city was home to several prominent abolitionists, including William Lloyd Garrison and Sojourner Truth.

Geography

Pittsfield is located in western Massachusetts, in Berkshire County. The city is situated in the Berkshires, a region of the Appalachian Mountains. The city is located approximately 110 miles west of Boston.
The city has a total area of 24.2 square miles, of which 24.1 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water. The city is located at the confluence of the Housatonic and Green Rivers.

Economy

Pittsfield has a diverse economy, with a mix of manufacturing, retail, and service industries. The city is home to several major employers, including General Dynamics, Berkshire Health Systems, and the Pittsfield Public Schools.
The city is also home to several major cultural institutions, including the Berkshire Museum, the Berkshire Theatre Festival, and the Colonial Theatre.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Pittsfield had a population of 44,737. The racial makeup of the city was 87.2% White, 5.3% African American, 0.4% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 3.2% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.2% of the population.
The median household income in Pittsfield was $41,837, and the median family income was $50,817. The per capita income for the city was $22,945. About 16.2% of families and 19.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 10.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Pittsfield?
Total Population of Pittsfield is 43,730.
What is the Total Male Population of Pittsfield?
Total Male Population of Pittsfield is 21,720.
What is the Total Female Population of Pittsfield?
Total Female Population of Pittsfield is 22,010.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Pittsfield?
There are 98.68 Males per 100 Females in Pittsfield.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Pittsfield?
There are 101.34 Females per 100 Males in Pittsfield.
What is the Median Population Age in Pittsfield?
Median Population Age in Pittsfield is 43.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Pittsfield
Average Family Size in Pittsfield is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Pittsfield
Average Household Size in Pittsfield is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Pittsfield?
Per Capita income in Pittsfield is $42,303.
What is the Median Family Income in Pittsfield?
Median Family Income in Pittsfield is $85,314.
What is the Median Household income in Pittsfield?
Median Household Income in Pittsfield is $66,859.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Pittsfield?
Income or Wage Gap in Pittsfield is 22.7%.
Women in Pittsfield earn 77.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Pittsfield?
Family Income Deficit in Pittsfield is $9,719.
Families that are below poverty line in Pittsfield earn $9,719 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Pittsfield?
Inequality or Gini Index in Pittsfield is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Pittsfield?
There are 23,639 People in the Labor Forcein in Pittsfield.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Pittsfield?
64.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Pittsfield.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Pittsfield?
Unemployment Rate in Pittsfield is 7.1%.