Cost of Living in Northampton, MA
Population: 28,640 • 2026 Data
$78,467
Median Household Income
+1% vs national
$1,404
Median Monthly Rent
+4% vs national
$398,000
Median Home Value
+17% vs national
5.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Northampton
The median home value in Northampton, MA is $398,000. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,404, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,509.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Northampton, MA is $78,467. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3%, with a labor force of 15,438 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.