Chicopee Center (Cabotville)
17 Springfield St, Chicopee, MA 01013
Living in Chicopee, Massachusetts
Chicopee is a city on the Connecticut River in Hampden County, just north of Springfield, where the Chicopee River empties into the Connecticut. It was set off from Springfield and incorporated as a town in 1848, then chartered as a city in 1890. Its history is tied to the textile and manufacturing mills the Boston Associates built along the Chicopee River in the early 1800s.
Chicopee at a glance
- $15.24Residential tax rate per $1,000, FY2026
- $4,580Average single-family tax bill, FY2026
- 10-15 minDrive to Springfield
- HampdenCounty
Chicopee's villages and zip codes
Chicopee uses two main ZIP codes: 01013 for Chicopee Center and Willimansett, and 01020 for Chicopee Falls, Fairview and Aldenville.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Chicopee Center (Cabotville) | 01013 | The historic downtown along the Chicopee River, home to City Hall. |
| Chicopee Falls | 01020 | A former mill village in the northern part of the city, along the Chicopee River. |
| Willimansett | 01013 | A neighborhood along the Connecticut River near the Holyoke line. |
| Fairview | 01020 | A residential section in the eastern part of the city. |
| Aldenville | 01020 | A neighborhood in the northeastern part of the city near Chicopee Memorial State Park. |
Things to do in Chicopee, MA
Start with Basilica of St. Stanislaus and Szot Memorial Park, then 2 more below.
Basilica of St. Stanislaus
A 1908 Baroque Revival brownstone church built by a Polish-American parish, designated a minor basilica by Pope John Paul II. It hosts the annual Our Lady of Czestochowa Festival with Polish-American food, music and dancing.
566 Front St, Chicopee, MA
Szot Memorial Park
A community park with a playground, basketball and tennis courts, soccer and football fields, and softball diamonds, plus walking and biking trails. The park hosts city events, including the free Spooktacular Halloween event each October.
1210 Front St, Chicopee, MA
Chicopee Memorial State Park
A state park in the Burnett Road/Aldenville area centered on Cooley Brook Reservoir, with a swimming beach, trails and picnic areas.
570 Burnett Rd, Chicopee, MA
Plan a visitConnecticut Riverwalk & Bikeway
A paved recreational trail along the Connecticut River connecting Nash Field to the Medina Street boat ramp.
Nash Field, Chicopee, MA
More worth a visit
- Westover Air Reserve BaseThe largest Air Force Reserve base in the country, built in 1940; not open to the general public but a major local landmark and employer.
Around the calendar
- AugustOur Lady of Czestochowa FestivalAn annual Polish-American festival at the Basilica of St. Stanislaus with food, music and dancing.
A little history
The land that became Chicopee was part of Springfield until it was set off and incorporated as its own town in 1848, then chartered as a city in 1890.
Boston Associates investors built four textile mill companies along the Chicopee River between 1823 and 1841, establishing the city's manufacturing base.
During the Civil War era, the Ames Manufacturing Company in Chicopee produced more swords than any other American manufacturer.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Chicopee
The Chicopee and Connecticut rivers, which meet in the city, shape its parks and trails, from riverside walking paths downtown to the state park around Cooley Brook Reservoir.
- Chicopee Memorial State ParkTrails, a swimming beach and picnic areas around Cooley Brook Reservoir.More information
- Connecticut Riverwalk & BikewayA paved trail along the Connecticut River for walking and biking.
- Szot Memorial ParkSports fields, courts and walking trails used for community events.
Where to eat in Chicopee: restaurants and coffee
1 places in Chicopee to try, including diner. No one paid to be listed.
Al's Diner
Diner
Chicopee, MA
Walkability and getting around Chicopee
Chicopee Center and Chicopee Falls have older, sidewalked street grids near the mill buildings and downtown businesses, but the newer residential sections of the city, along with Westover Air Reserve Base and the industrial park areas, are built around driving.
Chicopee Falls
Willimansett
Fairview
Drive times
- Springfield, about 6 miles10-15 min
- Bradley International Airport, about 20 miles25-30 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
PVTA routes serve Chicopee, including the G1 and P21 (Springfield to Chicopee Center and on toward Holyoke, with stops at Elms College and the Chicopee RMV) and the R22 (Holyoke to Chicopee). Chicopee has no train station of its own; the nearest Amtrak and Hartford Line service is at Springfield Union Station.
Chicopee property taxes
Chicopee's FY2026 residential tax rate is $15.24 per $1,000 of assessed value. Commercial, industrial and personal property pay $32.60. Massachusetts assesses homes at full value, so each $100,000 of assessed value costs about $1,524 a year. The average single-family tax bill was $4,580, on an average assessed value of $300,531.
Chicopee's FY2026 tax rates
$15.24per $1,000, residential
- Residential$15.24 per $1,000
- Commercial, industrial, personal property$32.60 per $1,000
- Average single-family assessed value$300,531
- Average single-family tax bill$4,580
- Motor vehicle excise (statewide)$25 per $1,000 of value
Source: Massachusetts Division of Local Services, Tax Rates by Class and Average Single Family Tax Bill.
How the residential rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Residential rate |
|---|---|
| FY2022 | $16.99 |
| FY2023 | $15.15 |
| FY2024 | $14.76 |
| FY2025 | $15.16 |
| FY2026 | $15.24 |
Look up a Chicopee property
- Property record cardsAssessed value, lot size and building details
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- City ClerkVital records and town records
- Assessors' officeQuestions about a value
- Hampden County Registry of DeedsDeeds and mortgages for the county
Buying a home in Chicopee
What we check on a Chicopee purchase: MassHousing limits, the flood map, the smoke certificate, municipal electric, pay-as-you-throw, smoke certificate.
First-time buyer programs
MassHousing sets its own income and price limits for Hampden County. We check them with you before you shop.
MassHousing home loansCheck the flood zone first
Chicopee sits where the Chicopee River meets the Connecticut River, and low-lying parcels near both rivers, including parts of Willimansett and Chicopee Falls, fall within FEMA-mapped flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for ChicopeeSmoke and CO certificate
Massachusetts requires the seller to get a smoke and carbon monoxide certificate from the Chicopee Fire Department before the sale closes.
Chicopee Fire Department pageElectricity comes from a municipal utility
Chicopee Electric Light, a municipal utility rather than an investor-owned company, supplies electricity to the city. Buyers moving from a town served by Eversource or National Grid should expect different rates, billing and outage-reporting contacts.
Chicopee Electric LightTrash uses a pay-as-you-throw system
Chicopee provides weekly curbside pickup with a 35-gallon cart, and any trash beyond that requires purchasing yellow PAYT bags. Buyers should budget for bag costs beyond the base collection.
Waste DisposalFire department inspection required before a sale closes
Massachusetts law requires a smoke and carbon monoxide detector certificate from the local fire department before a home sale can close. In Chicopee this certificate is issued by the Fire Department.
All loans are subject to credit approval, underwriting, and property and program requirements. MassHousing limits and eligibility are set by MassHousing and change from time to time.
Thinking about buying in Chicopee?
We're licensed in Massachusetts. Send us a Chicopee address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Chicopee: utilities, trash and city hall
Who to call in Chicopee: Chicopee Electric Light, a municipal utility for power.
- ElectricChicopee Electric Light, a municipal utility
- Natural gasColumbia Gas of Massachusetts serves parts of the city
- WaterChicopee Water Department
- Sewer or septicThe city's sewer system includes a mix of combined and separate sanitary/stormwater sewers, regulated under an EPA MS4 permit.
- Trash and recyclingChicopee runs a pay-as-you-throw program: weekly automated curbside collection using 35-gallon carts, with overflow trash requiring yellow PAYT bags sold at local retailers (about $2 for a 33-gallon bag, $1.20 for a 15-gallon bag).
- Registry of Motor VehiclesUpdate your address with the RMV within 30 days. Excise tax goes to the city or town where the car is garaged.Mass. RMV
City Hall offices and contacts
Chicopee City Hall is at 17 Springfield St, Chicopee, MA 01013. Main line: 413-594-1466.
- City HallMain line and website413-594-1466
- City ClerkVital records, elections and city ordinances.
- Assessor's OfficeProperty values and assessments.
- Collector's OfficeProperty tax and water bill payment.
- Department of Public WorksTrash, water, streets and infrastructure.413-594-3566
- Health & Safety / Board of HealthSeptic and environmental health permits.413-594-1660
- Fire DepartmentFire prevention, permits and smoke/CO certificate inspections.
- Chicopee Public LibraryThe city's public library.
- Chicopee Public SchoolsThe city's public school district.
Chicopee, MA FAQ: taxes and town services
What is the property tax rate in Chicopee, MA?
Chicopee's FY2026 residential tax rate is $15.24 per $1,000 of assessed value. Commercial, industrial and personal property pay $32.60. Massachusetts fiscal years run July 1 to June 30.
How much are property taxes on a $400,000 home in Chicopee?
Massachusetts taxes homes on their full assessed value. If a home is assessed at $400,000, that's about $6,096 a year at $15.24 per $1,000. The bill uses the assessor's value, not the sale price.
Does Chicopee have a split tax rate?
Yes. Homes pay $15.24 per $1,000 and commercial, industrial and personal property pay $32.60.
What is the average single-family tax bill in Chicopee?
The average single-family tax bill in Chicopee was $4,580 for FY2026, on an average assessed value of $300,531.
Is trash pickup pay-as-you-throw in Chicopee?
Yes. Chicopee provides weekly curbside collection in a 35-gallon cart; trash beyond that amount requires yellow PAYT overflow bags sold at local retailers.
Who supplies electricity in Chicopee?
Chicopee Electric Light, a municipal utility, supplies electricity to the city.
What ZIP codes does Chicopee use?
Chicopee uses 01013 for Chicopee Center and Willimansett, and 01020 for Chicopee Falls, Fairview and Aldenville.
Does Chicopee have PVTA bus service?
Yes. PVTA routes including the G1, P21 and R22 serve Chicopee, connecting it to Springfield and Holyoke; Chicopee has no train station of its own.
Towns near Chicopee
Neighbors of Chicopee, including across the Connecticut line where it applies. All Massachusetts town guides.
Sources
- Chicopee, Massachusetts - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- City of Chicopee official website: chicopeema.gov
- Chicopee sets FY26 tax rate with increase - The Reminder: thereminder.com
- Waste Disposal - City of Chicopee: chicopeema.gov
- Health & Safety - City of Chicopee: chicopeema.gov
- Chicopee Electric Light (MMWEC member profile): mmwec.org
- Basilica of St. Stanislaus (Chicopee, Massachusetts) - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Chicopee Memorial State Park - Mass.gov: mass.gov
- Chicopee, Massachusetts. photo - Wikimedia Commons: commons.wikimedia.org
- Tax rates and average single-family value and tax bill: Massachusetts Division of Local Services, Tax Rates by Class and Average Single Family Tax Bill.
- Motor vehicle excise: M.G.L. c. 60A, $25 per $1,000 of value statewide.
- Walkability: Walk Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Photo: Quintin Soloviev, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.