Cost of Living in Pittsfield, MA
Population: 43,559 • 2026 Data
$68,386
Median Household Income
-12% vs national
$1,094
Median Monthly Rent
-19% vs national
$233,700
Median Home Value
-31% vs national
7.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Pittsfield
The median home value in Pittsfield, MA is $233,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,094, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,200.
Rent-to-income ratio: 19.2%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Pittsfield, MA is $68,386. The unemployment rate stands at 7.6%, with a labor force of 23,605 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.