RentDataNowRentDataNow
City Report · MA

Ware

Pop. 6,369·109th most expensive in Massachusetts·Rental market data updated monthly for Ware, MA
Median rent (all units)
$1,750/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+26.1%
vs US Median
-$212
Rising (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss Ware rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
Ware · $1,750
More affordable than 57% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
47% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,750/mo, rent takes about 47% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$70,000/yr
Local median income
$45,158/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Ware's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,160
1 BR
$1,170
2 BR
$1,500
3 BR
$1,810
4 BR+
$2,090
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,500/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,750 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$21,000/yr
At $1,750/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +26.1% MoM), not inventory.
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Demographics

Who lives here

Ware, MA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
6,369
Median income
$45,158
Median age
39.8
Renters
42.6%
Age distribution
23.3%
22.9%
24.1%
12.3%
17.4%
Under 1823.3%
18–3422.9%
35–5424.1%
55–6412.3%
65+17.4%
Gender
39%
61%
Male39%
Female61%
Race & ethnicity
88.6%
White88.6%
Black5.7%
Hispanic5.1%
Education (25+)
42.5%
31.5%
15.4%
No HS diploma10.6%
HS diploma42.5%
Some college31.5%
Bachelor's+15.4%
Housing tenure
57.4%
42.6%
Owner57.4%
Renter42.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Ware, MA has changed in 5 years

Income
$43,783 → $45,158
up 3.1%
Population
6,339 → 6,369
up 0.5%
Renter share
50.1% → 42.6%
-7.5 pts
Bachelor's+
16.8% → 15.4%
-1.4 pts
Median age
34.5 → 39.8
+5.3 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $43,783 to $45,158 across the same window, up 3.1% versus 2021. Renters now make up 42.6% of households, compared with 50.1% five years ago.

Community

Discussions about Ware

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

View Ware rent history (2015–2026) →
Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Ware on your salary?

At $1,750/mo, how Ware rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Ware rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Ware. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Ware

About renting in Ware, MA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Ware is $1,750/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,160/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,500/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,170/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,810/mo.

At 47% of local median household income ($45,158/yr), Ware ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ware an affordable city for renters?

Ware is considered stretched for renters. At $1,750/mo, rent takes approximately 47% of the local median household income ($45,158/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Ware significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Ware?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $70,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,750/mo in Ware. The local median household income is $45,158/yr, meaning the typical Ware household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Ware?

Rent in Ware has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of August 2026.

How does Ware rent compare to other cities in Massachusetts?

Ware is one of the more affordable cities in Massachusetts for rent, ranking #109 out of 112 tracked cities at $1,750/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Ware?

Chicopee is nearby and more affordable at $1,661/mo, which is $89 less than Ware.

What percentage of Ware residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 42.6% of Ware households are renters, while 57.4% are owner-occupied. Ware leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Ware rent compare to the national average?

Ware's median rent of $1,750/mo is $212 (11%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #109 out of 112 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
47%
STRETCHED

At $1,750/mo, rent takes ~47% of Ware's median household income ($45,158/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Ware 47%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5%
Run the Ware affordability calculator →
Lowest-rent ZIP codes in Ware
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Neighborhoods

Estimated from ZIP-level data

Schools nearby

Public schools near Ware, MA

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for Ware.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.

Add RentDataNow as a preferred source on Google