Average Rent in Worcester, MA
What is the average rent in Worcester, MA?
The average listed apartment rent in Worcester, MA is $2,039 per month, as of November 7, 2026. This sample includes 122 priced apartments in 4 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 6, 2026 through November 7, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
4 apartment buildings, 122 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Worcester, MACheapest
$1,295/mo
The Grid District
Properties
4
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Units
122
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Worcester, MA Rent Prices
All 4 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
The Grid District
50 Franklin St, Worcester, MA 01608, USA
The 6Hundred
600 Main St, Worcester, MA 01605, USA
The Revington
1 Green Island Blvd, Worcester, MA 01610, USA
Aria on the Row
22 Mount Carmel Wy, Worcester, MA 01604, USA
Tatnuck Square Apartments
13 Brookside Ave, Worcester, MA 01602, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Grid District 50 Franklin St, Worcester, MA 01608, USA | $1,295 | $1,583 | $3.01/ft² | 3.1 (131) | 47 |
| 2 | The 6Hundred 600 Main St, Worcester, MA 01605, USA | $1,576 | $1,727 | $2.19/ft² | 3.1 (98) | 12 |
| 3 | The Revington 1 Green Island Blvd, Worcester, MA 01610, USA | $1,742 | $2,288 | $3.04/ft² | 4.8 (57) | 25 |
| 4 | Aria on the Row 22 Mount Carmel Wy, Worcester, MA 01604, USA | $2,060 | $2,539 | $2.84/ft² | 4.7 (165) | 38 |
| 5 | Tatnuck Square Apartments 13 Brookside Ave, Worcester, MA 01602, USA | -- | -- | -- | 4.4 (101) | 0 |
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The Grid District
3.1 (131)50 Franklin St, Worcester, MA 01608, USA
The 6Hundred
3.1 (98)600 Main St, Worcester, MA 01605, USA
The Revington
4.8 (57)1 Green Island Blvd, Worcester, MA 01610, USA
Aria on the Row
4.7 (165)22 Mount Carmel Wy, Worcester, MA 01604, USA
Tatnuck Square Apartments
4.4 (101)13 Brookside Ave, Worcester, MA 01602, USA
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Worcester, MA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Worcester, MA is $2,039 per month, based on 122 units across 4 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,295 at The Grid District to $3,633 at Aria on the Row.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,506/mo | $1,295/mo | 25 |
| 1 Bed | $1,944/mo | $1,550/mo | 67 |
| 2 Bed | $2,647/mo | $1,753/mo | 24 |
| 3 Bed | $2,902/mo | $2,295/mo | 6 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Worcester, MA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Worcester, MA averages $1,944/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $2,647/mo. At the local median household income of $67,544, that works out to 36% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Worcester, MA at $1,415/mo. The current tracked market average runs 44% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Worcester, MA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Worcester, MA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$82,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,039/mo.
Comfortable income
$98,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,295/mo), you need to earn at least $52,000/year.
Median household income in Worcester, MA is $67,544 , about 31% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Worcester, MA
Overall prices in Worcester, MA runs above the national average by about 3% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 103.0, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Worcester, MA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,039 |
| Utilities | $469 |
| Groceries | $533 |
| Transportation | $1,119 |
| Healthcare | $546 |
| Other goods and services | $873 |
| Estimated total | $5,580/mo |
Population
205,501
Median household income
$67,544
Census median rent
$1,415/mo
Census rent burden
32.0%
Median age
34.1
Mean commute
25 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Massachusetts
How Worcester, MA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Worcester, MA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agawam, MA | $2,248 | +10% | +11.2% | 33 |
| Boston, MA | $4,548 | +123% | -6.2% | 29 |
| Lynn, MA | $3,044 | +49% | -1% | 16 |
| Haverhill, MA | $2,629 | +29% | -0.7% | 13 |
| Waltham, MA | $3,376 | +66% | -2.8% | 11 |
| Weymouth, MA | $2,458 | +21% | -4.6% | 11 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Worcester, MA?
The average listed apartment rent in Worcester, MA is $2,039 per month, as of November 7, 2026. This sample includes 122 priced apartments in 4 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Worcester, MA?
The median asking rent in Worcester, MA is $1,952 per month, computed from 122 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $2,039/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Worcester, MA?
The lowest available rent in Worcester, MA starts at $1,295 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Worcester, MA?
1-bedroom apartments in Worcester, MA average $1,944/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,550/mo across 67 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Worcester, MA?
2-bedroom apartments in Worcester, MA average $2,647/mo. Units start from $1,753/mo across 24 units currently listed.
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