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Westford

·23rd most expensive in Massachusetts·Westford rents are up 12.1% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$3,065/mo
Year-over-Year
+12.1%
Month-over-Month
Stable
vs US Median
+$1,103
Stable (Monthly)
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Westford · $3,065
More expensive than 91% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
51% of income
EXPENSIVE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,065/mo, rent takes about 51% of the US median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$123,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Westford's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,300
1 BR
$2,560
2 BR
$3,360
3 BR
$4,050
4 BR+
$4,450
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$3,360/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $3,065 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 →

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$36,780/yr
At $3,065/mo median
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Rents are up 12.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+12.1% YoY, +0.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Westford is $3,065/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,300/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,360/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,560/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,050/mo.

At 51% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Westford ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 12.1% over the past year.

FAQ

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Is Westford an affordable city for renters?

Westford is considered expensive for renters. At $3,065/mo, rent takes approximately 51% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Westford significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Westford?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $123,000/year (~$59/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,065/mo in Westford.

Is rent going up or down in Westford?

Rent in Westford has increased 12.1% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Westford rent compare to other cities in Massachusetts?

Westford is one of the pricier cities in Massachusetts for rent, ranking #23 out of 112 tracked cities at $3,065/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Westford?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Westford ($3,065/mo): Boxboro ($1,938/mo), Lowell ($2,304/mo), Chelmsford ($2,590/mo).

How does Westford rent compare to the national average?

Westford's median rent of $3,065/mo is $1,103 (56%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #23 out of 112 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
51%
EXPENSIVE

At $3,065/mo, rent takes ~51% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Westford 51%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5%
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