Here's what it costs to live in Amherst Town, Massachusetts, based on the latest US government data. Renters pay a median of $1,570 per month, while the typical home is valued around $454,000. Households earn a median of $65,938 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. The figures below cover housing, local wages by occupation, demographics, and air quality, all drawn from the US Census Bureau, BEA, HUD, and EPA.
Median Household Income
$65,938
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$1,570
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$454,000
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
N/A
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
Studio FMR
$1,382
HUD Fair Market Rent
1BR Fair Market Rent
$1,580
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,004
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
$2,504
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
State Income Tax
9.00%
Top marginal rate
State Sales Tax
6.25%
Statewide base rate (local add-ons may apply)
Source: Tax Foundation (2024)
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| 💻Software Developer | N/A |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | N/A |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | N/A |
| ⚡Electrician | N/A |
| 📊Accountant | N/A |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
35,472
Latest estimate
Median Age
21.3 yrs
Census ACS
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AQI data not available
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for Amherst Town?
The cost of living index for Amherst Town is not yet available in our database.
What is the median rent in Amherst Town?
The median gross rent in Amherst Town is $1,570 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Amherst Town?
The median household income in Amherst Town is $65,938 per year.
What is the median home value in Amherst Town?
The median home value in Amherst Town is $454,000 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Amherst Town?
Air quality data for Amherst Town is not yet available.
What are the taxes like in Amherst Town?
Massachusetts has a top state income tax rate of 9.00% and a statewide sales tax of 6.25% (local rates may add to this). Source: Tax Foundation, 2024.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, EPA AirNow, Tax Foundation · Methodology