Great Barrington

Great Barrington today is vibrant small-town acting as the hub for “South County” of the Berkshires.

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Welcome to Great Barrington

Great Barrington today is a vibrant small town acting as the hub for “South County” of the Berkshires. The town and its surroundings support a year-round population as well as second homes. Great Barrington is home to over 55 restaurants catering to a wide spectrum of culinary tastes. The recently renovated Mahaiwe Theater has become a center for year-round music and cultural events


Great Barrington is the birthplace of W. E. B. Du Bois, an African-American academic and civil rights activist, most known for being one of the co-founders of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) in 1909. Du Bois was born on February 23, 1868, at a house later replaced by present-day Route 23 would run. As a child, Du Bois attended the Congregational Church. Many of these church members donated the funds needed for Du Bois to attend college. Du Bois lived in the town until he was seventeen. The W.E.B. Du Bois Boyhood Homesite has interpretive trails and a walking tour.

Overview for Great Barrington, MA

2,017 people live in Great Barrington, where the median age is 51.4 and the average individual income is $32,862. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,017

Total Population

51.4 years

Median Age

High

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

$32,862

Average individual Income

Around Great Barrington, MA

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

78
Very Walkable
Walking Score
61
Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Domaney's Discount Liquors, H.R. Zeppelin, and Great Barrington Farmers' Market.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining · $$ 0.53 miles 33 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining · $$ 0.14 miles 5 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining · $$ 0.04 miles 4 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $$ 3.95 miles 141 reviews 4.6/5 stars
Shopping 0.06 miles 5 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Shopping 0.13 miles 4 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Great Barrington, MA

Great Barrington has 1,123 households, with an average household size of 1.76. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Great Barrington do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,017 people call Great Barrington home. The population density is 1,399.59 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,017

Total Population

High

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

51.4

Median Age

32.77 / 67.23%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

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  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
1,123

Total Households

1.76

Average Household Size

$32,862

Average individual Income

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Commute Time

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60+ Minutes

Schools in Great Barrington, MA

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The following schools are within or nearby Great Barrington. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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