Holyoke Public RecordsMassachusetts

Holyoke, MA, has 11 public schools, including Holyoke High School, serving around 5,300 students. The high school graduation rate is approximately 70%, with about 14% of residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. SchoolDigger rates Holyoke Public Schools below state averages, with school safety measures in place, including resource officers and security systems. Adult education programs, such as those at Holyoke Community College, offer GED and workforce training. Specialized programs include bilingual education and STEM initiatives.

Holyoke, MA, features a diverse transportation system with approximately 79% of residents commuting by car, and about 5% using public transit, mainly via the Pioneer Valley Transit Authority (PVTA) buses. The average commute time is around 22.5 minutes. The city has accessible highways, including I-91, and a network of local roads. About 10% of households lack vehicle ownership. Holyoke’s major employment hubs include the Holyoke Mall, Holyoke Medical Center, and historic mill complexes, fostering local job opportunities within the city.

Holyoke, in Hampden County, MA, has a homeownership rate of about 44%, with a median home value near $264,000 as of 2023. Median gross rent is around $1,040 monthly. The city’s market shows steady growth, with prices rising 6–8% annually. Housing ranges from historic Victorians to brick rowhouses and multi-family units. Notable neighborhoods include Elmwood and The Highlands. Residential property tax rates are $18.90 per $1,000 assessed value (2023). The mix of renters and owners, plus affordable options, make Holyoke’s housing diverse and accessible.

Holyoke, MA, primarily served by Holyoke Medical Center (198 beds), offers hospital and outpatient services, with additional care from community clinics like the Holyoke Health Center. Approximately 95% of residents have health insurance, yet 24% live below the poverty line, which can limit healthcare access. The city’s patient demographics are 54% Hispanic/Latino, 38% White, with a median age of 37. Common health issues include diabetes, asthma, and substance use disorders. The area faces shortages in primary care, with a physician-to-population ratio of about 1:1,800, compared to the state average of 1:1,000.

As of the 2020 Census, Holyoke city in Hampden County, MA, had a population of 38,247. The median age is 34.1 years. Females comprise 52% and males 48% of the population. Racial/ethnic makeup: 57.6% Hispanic or Latino (mainly Puerto Rican), 36.7% White (non-Hispanic), 4.4% Black or African American, and 2.2% Asian, Native American, or multiracial.