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Webster

Pop. 12,228·102nd most expensive in Massachusetts·Rental market data updated monthly for Webster, MA
Median rent (all units)
$1,885/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+0.4%
vs US Median
-$77
Stable (Monthly)
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Webster · $1,885
More expensive than 51% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
35% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,885/mo, rent takes about 35% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$75,000/yr
Local median income
$63,837/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Webster'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
$1,820
4 BR+
$2,000
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 $1,885 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

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$22,620/yr
At $1,885/mo median
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Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +0.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Webster, MA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
12,228
Median income
$63,837
Median age
37.2
Renters
54.5%
Age distribution
21.8%
24%
25.4%
13%
15.7%
Under 1821.8%
18–3424%
35–5425.4%
55–6413%
65+15.7%
Gender
50.4%
49.6%
Male50.4%
Female49.6%
Race & ethnicity
66.8%
23.6%
White66.8%
Black6.2%
Hispanic23.6%
Asian2.8%
Other0.6%
Education (25+)
35.2%
36.3%
18.8%
No HS diploma9.8%
HS diploma35.2%
Some college36.3%
Bachelor's+18.8%
Housing tenure
45.5%
54.5%
Owner45.5%
Renter54.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Webster, MA has changed in 5 years

Income
$53,176 → $63,837
up 20.0%
Population
12,086 → 12,228
up 1.2%
Renter share
54.9% → 54.5%
-0.4 pts
Bachelor's+
20.4% → 18.8%
-1.6 pts
Median age
38.4 → 37.2
-1.2 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Webster, MA now reports about $63,837, up from $53,176 in 2021. Census counts show Webster, MA adding about 142 residents over the five-year window, up 1.2% on net.

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At $1,885/mo, how Webster rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Webster rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Webster, MA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Webster is $1,885/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 $1,820/mo.

At 35% of local median household income ($63,837/yr), Webster ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Webster an affordable city for renters?

Webster is considered moderate for renters. At $1,885/mo, rent takes approximately 35% of the local median household income ($63,837/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Webster slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Webster?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $75,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,885/mo in Webster. The local median household income is $63,837/yr, meaning the typical Webster household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Webster?

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

How does Webster rent compare to other cities in Massachusetts?

Webster is one of the more affordable cities in Massachusetts for rent, ranking #102 out of 112 tracked cities at $1,885/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Webster?

Killingly is nearby and more affordable at $1,533/mo, which is $352 less than Webster.

What percentage of Webster residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 54.5% of Webster households are renters, while 45.5% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Webster has a strong rental market.

How does Webster rent compare to the national average?

Webster's median rent of $1,885/mo is $77 (4%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #102 out of 112 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
35%
MODERATE

At $1,885/mo, rent takes ~35% of Webster's median household income ($63,837/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Webster 35%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5%
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