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Westfield

Pop. 40,378·100th most expensive in Massachusetts·Rental market data updated monthly for Westfield, MA
Median rent (all units)
$1,873/mo
Year-over-Year
-2.9%
Month-over-Month
-3.9%
vs US Median
-$92
Falling (Monthly)
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Westfield · $1,873
More expensive than 51% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
26% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,873/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$75,000/yr
Local median income
$87,753/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Westfield's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,000
1 BR
$1,160
2 BR
$1,440
3 BR
$1,760
4 BR+
$1,960
Research median
$1,440/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$22,476/yr
At $1,873/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
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Rents are down 2.9% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-2.9% YoY, -3.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Westfield, MA is majority owner-occupied, 33.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
40,378
Median income
$87,753
Median age
39.9
Renters
31.4%
Age distribution
18.1%
26.6%
23.3%
13.3%
18.7%
Under 1818.1%
18–3426.6%
35–5423.3%
55–6413.3%
65+18.7%
Gender
48.3%
51.7%
Male48.3%
Female51.7%
Race & ethnicity
84.9%
White84.9%
Black0.9%
Hispanic9.4%
Asian3.1%
Other1.6%
Education (25+)
29.1%
30.9%
33.2%
No HS diploma6.8%
HS diploma29.1%
Some college30.9%
Bachelor's+33.2%
Housing tenure
68.6%
31.4%
Owner68.6%
Renter31.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Westfield, MA has changed in 5 years

Income
$73,692 → $87,753
up 19.1%
Population
40,922 → 40,378
down 1.3%
Renter share
34.4% → 31.4%
-3.0 pts
Bachelor's+
32.6% → 33.2%
+0.6 pts
Median age
38.5 → 39.9
+1.4 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $73,692 to $87,753 across the same window, up 19.1% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 40,922 to 40,378 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.3% change. About 31.4% of households rent today, against 34.4% in 2021.

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Westfield rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Westfield, MA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Westfield is $1,873/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,000/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,440/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,160/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,760/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($87,753/yr), Westfield ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Westfield an affordable city for renters?

Westfield is considered affordable for renters. At $1,873/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($87,753/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Westfield falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Westfield?

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 $1,873/mo in Westfield. The local median household income is $87,753/yr, meaning the typical Westfield household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Westfield?

Rent in Westfield has decreased 2.9% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Westfield rent compare to other cities in Massachusetts?

Westfield is one of the more affordable cities in Massachusetts for rent, ranking #100 out of 107 tracked cities at $1,873/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Westfield?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Westfield ($1,873/mo): Chicopee ($1,635/mo), Springfield ($1,786/mo), Holyoke ($1,799/mo).

What percentage of Westfield residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31.4% of Westfield households are renters, while 68.6% are owner-occupied. Westfield leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Westfield rent compare to the national average?

Westfield's median rent of $1,873/mo is $92 (5%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #100 out of 107 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,873/mo, rent takes ~26% of Westfield's median household income ($87,753/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Westfield 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5%
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