Cost of Living in Amherst Town, MA
Population: 35,472 • 2026 Data
$65,938
Median Household Income
-15% vs national
$1,570
Median Monthly Rent
+16% vs national
$454,000
Median Home Value
+34% vs national
9.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Amherst Town
The median home value in Amherst Town, MA is $454,000. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,570, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,691.
Rent-to-income ratio: 28.6%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Amherst Town, MA is $65,938. The unemployment rate stands at 9.0%, with a labor force of 17,437 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.