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Hatfield Memorial Town Hall in Hatfield, Massachusetts.

Living in Hatfield, Massachusetts

Hatfield is a town in Hampshire County on the west bank of the Connecticut River at the mouth of the Mill River, first settled in 1661 and incorporated in 1670. The town's motto, 'Industry, Prosperity,' reflects a long history of river-valley farming, and Hatfield was the birthplace of Sophia Smith, founder of Smith College.

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Hatfield at a glance

Hatfield's villages and zip codes

Hatfield uses three ZIP codes: 01038 for the center, 01088 for West Hatfield, and 01066 for North Hatfield.

Hatfield villages and zip codes
AreaZip codeWhere it is
Hatfield center01038Along Main Street, where Town Hall and most municipal offices are located.
West Hatfield01088A village in the western part of town.
North Hatfield01066A village in the northern part of town.

Things to do in Hatfield, MA

Start with Hatfield Historic Main Street.

  1. Hatfield Historic Main Street

    Hatfield's Main Street includes Hatfield Memorial Town Hall and a collection of historic houses reflecting the town's long river-valley farming history.

    FreeYear-round

    Main Street, Hatfield, MA

A little history

Hatfield was settled in 1661 and incorporated as a town in 1670; it sits on the west bank of the Connecticut River at the mouth of the Mill River.

Hatfield was attacked during King Philip's War, including a significant raid in October 1675 and another in 1677, and the town served as a mustering point during Shays' Rebellion in 1786.

Hatfield was the birthplace of Sophia Smith, whose bequest founded Smith College in nearby Northampton.

Parks, trails and outdoors in Hatfield

Hatfield sits where the Mill River meets the Connecticut River, and the town's farmland and river frontage shape most of its open space.

  • Connecticut RiverForms Hatfield's eastern boundary; the Mill River joins it in town.

Walkability and getting around Hatfield

Hatfield center along Main Street has sidewalks near Town Hall and the historic district, but West Hatfield, North Hatfield and the farmland that makes up most of the town require a car.

Check any Hatfield address

Drive times

  • Springfield, about 25 miles30-35 min
  • Bradley International Airport, about 35 miles45-50 min

Approximate, without traffic.

By bus or train

Hatfield has no train station; the nearest Amtrak service runs through Northampton and Springfield. Interstate 91 and US Route 5/Route 10 pass through town. Check pvta.com for current Pioneer Valley Transit Authority bus routes serving the area.

Hatfield property taxes

Hatfield's FY2026 residential tax rate is $14.67 per $1,000 of assessed value. Massachusetts assesses homes at full value, so each $100,000 of assessed value costs about $1,467 a year. The average single-family tax bill was $6,735, on an average assessed value of $459,128.

Hatfield's FY2026 tax rates

$14.67per $1,000, residential

  • Residential$14.67 per $1,000
  • Average single-family assessed value$459,128
  • Average single-family tax bill$6,735
  • 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.

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How the residential rate has changed

Fiscal yearResidential rate
FY2022$13.67
FY2023$13.48
FY2024$15.31
FY2025$13.84
FY2026$14.67

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Buying a home in Hatfield

What we check on a Hatfield purchase: MassHousing limits, the flood map, the smoke certificate, river-valley farmland, no curbside trash, smoke/co certificate.

MassHousing

First-time buyer programs

MassHousing sets its own income and price limits for Hampshire County. We check them with you before you shop.

MassHousing home loans
Flood maps

Check the flood zone first

Hatfield sits on the Connecticut River at the mouth of the Mill River, and low-lying farmland near both rivers can fall within FEMA-mapped flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.

FEMA's flood map for Hatfield
Before closing

Smoke and CO certificate

Massachusetts requires the seller to get a smoke and carbon monoxide certificate from the Hatfield Fire Department before the sale closes.

River-valley farmland

Hatfield is built around river-valley farming

Hatfield sits where the Mill River meets the Connecticut River, and much of the town remains active farmland. Buyers should check floodplain maps for property near either river.

No curbside trash

Trash requires a transfer station decal

Hatfield's Department of Public Works issues Transfer Station decals and stickers rather than running curbside collection. Confirm current permit pricing and hours with the DPW.

Department of Public Works
Smoke/CO certificate

Massachusetts requires a fire department certificate before closing

Massachusetts law requires a smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector compliance certificate from the local fire department before a home sale closes. Contact the Hatfield Fire Department to schedule the inspection.

Hatfield 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.

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Moving to Hatfield: utilities, trash and town hall

Who to call in Hatfield.

Town Hall offices and contacts

Hatfield Town Hall is at 59 Main Street, Hatfield, MA 01038. Main line: 413-247-9200.

Hatfield, MA FAQ: taxes and town services

What is the property tax rate in Hatfield, MA?

Hatfield's FY2026 residential tax rate is $14.67 per $1,000 of assessed value. Massachusetts fiscal years run July 1 to June 30.

How much are property taxes on a $400,000 home in Hatfield?

Massachusetts taxes homes on their full assessed value. If a home is assessed at $400,000, that's about $5,868 a year at $14.67 per $1,000. The bill uses the assessor's value, not the sale price.

Does Hatfield have a split tax rate?

No. Hatfield uses a single rate of $14.67 per $1,000 for all property classes.

What is the average single-family tax bill in Hatfield?

The average single-family tax bill in Hatfield was $6,735 for FY2026, on an average assessed value of $459,128.

What ZIP codes does Hatfield use?

Hatfield center uses 01038, West Hatfield uses 01088, and North Hatfield uses 01066.

Does Hatfield have curbside trash pickup?

No. Hatfield's Department of Public Works issues Transfer Station decals and stickers for residents to use the town transfer station rather than running curbside collection.

How far is Hatfield from Springfield?

Hatfield is about 25 miles from Springfield, roughly a 30-35 minute drive.

What school district serves Hatfield?

Hatfield Public Schools, which includes Smith Academy, a combined school serving grades 7-12.

Where does Hatfield sit relative to the Connecticut River?

Hatfield is on the west bank of the Connecticut River, at the point where the Mill River flows into it.

What is the smoke-certificate process for selling a home in Hatfield?

Massachusetts law requires a smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector compliance certificate from the local fire department before closing. In Hatfield, that means scheduling an inspection with the Hatfield Fire Department.

Towns near Hatfield

Neighbors of Hatfield, including across the Connecticut line where it applies. All Massachusetts town guides.

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