Living here
Nearest 4-year college10 mi
Nearest community college13 mi
Nearest technical college8 mi
High school graduates89.8%
College graduates23.5%
Doing business here
Economic development contacts, most local first:
city
Palmer Town Economic Development
Planning and Economic Development in Palmer, MA guides land use and supports economic development, providing information for local businesses and residents. The department’s mission includes guiding land use, conserving resources, and facilitating transportation, water, housing, and other public needs.
state
MassDevelopment
MassDevelopment provides financing, real estate, and community development solutions to grow businesses, create opportunity, and energize cities and towns across Massachusetts. It aims to revitalize communities, expand housing, and create jobs.
state
Massachusetts Alliance for Economic Development
MassEcon is a private, non-profit partnership of business, industry leaders, and government dedicated to the economic growth of Massachusetts. MassEcon's mission is to promote and champion Massachusetts as the best place to start, grow and locate a business.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo