Median Age
46 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
16%
Over 65
27%
Hadley
Hadley, MA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,560
Population
4,486
Renter Mix
32% Rent
A peaceful agricultural community along the Connecticut River
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Nestled alongside the Connecticut River, Hadley is an agricultural town just west of Amherst in Central Massachusetts. Hadley exudes a small-town atmosphere, with vast stretches of green space and lots of fresh local produce shared between neighbors. Hadley offers a bevy of apartments and houses available for rent along peaceful, tree-lined roads.
Many residents are drawn to Hadley’s overall tranquil atmosphere. The community also sits within close proximity to numerous outdoor destinations, including Skinner State Park, Mount Holyoke Range State Park, and Mount Tom State Reservation. Hadley is also convenient to Smith College and the University of Massachusetts Amherst, making the community a top choice for students, faculty, and staff seeking a laidback lifestyle close to campus.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$111,940
Average: $139,131
Education
2,183
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
2,367
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Hadley has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
32%
Non-Renters
68%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
44%
Other Education
56%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Hadley, MA is $1,560 for one bedroom, $1,897 for two bedrooms, and $1,917 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hadley has increased by 0.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,560/month
780 Sq Ft
House
$4,310/month
1,658 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,692/month
1,800 Sq Ft
Getting Around
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Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
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Schools
Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School
Public
Grades K-12
592 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
321 Students
Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School
Public
Grades K-12
592 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
190 Students
Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School
Public
Grades K-12
592 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
190 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Hitchcock Center for the Environment
- The Botanic Garden of Smith College
- J.A. Skinner State Park
- Beneski Museum of Natural History
- Massachusetts Natural History Museum
Airports
- Bradley International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.