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What Is the Average Rent in Berkshire County, Massachusetts?

$1,097/month 5.3%vs 2023 ($1,042)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Berkshire County, Massachusetts is $1,097/month (±$42), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $305,400 (±$9,204), and the median household income is $76,013/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Berkshire County, Massachusetts and Neighbouring Counties

Franklin: $1,177Berkshire County: $1,097Hampden: $1,136Columbia: $1,260Bennington: $1,109Rensselaer: $1,217LitchfieldHampshire: $1,388Dutchess: $1,582$1,177$1,097$1,136$1,260$1,109$1,217$1,388$1,582

Housing Metrics for Berkshire County, Massachusetts

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$1,097
Median Home Value$305,400
Median Household Income$76,013
Total Housing Units57,585
Renter-Occupied Units17,322
Renter-Occupied Share30%
Households Paying 50%+ Income3,856 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$898+0.0%
1 BR$838+0.0%
2 BR$1,150+0.0%
3 BR$1,443+0.0%
4 BR$2,129+0.0%
5+ BR$1,344+0.0%

How does Berkshire County, Massachusetts compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Massachusetts.

Higher rent than 7% of counties in Massachusetts · 14th of 14

Cheapest: Franklin County($1,177)
Priciest: Nantucket County($2,213)
#CountyValue
1Nantucket County$2,213
2Middlesex County$2,201
3Norfolk County$2,149
… 8 more …
12Franklin County$1,177
13Hampden County$1,136
14Berkshire County(you are here)$1,097

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Berkshire County, Massachusetts?

The median gross rent in Berkshire County, Massachusetts is $1,097/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in Berkshire County, Massachusetts?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Berkshire County, Massachusetts is $1,150/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$57. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in Berkshire County, Massachusetts?

The median home value in Berkshire County, Massachusetts is $305,400 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

What percentage of renters in Berkshire County are rent-burdened?

In Berkshire County, Massachusetts, 3,856 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.

What is the median household income in Berkshire County, Massachusetts?

The median household income in Berkshire County, Massachusetts is $76,013/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?

The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $1,097 has a margin of error of ±$42. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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