Median Age
46 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
18%
Over 65
24%
Ludlow, MA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$743
Population
21,188
Renter Mix
24% Rent
A sprawling New England locale near Springfield and the airport
Suburban
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Convenient
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Charming
Located along the Massachusetts Turnpike on the northern side of the Chicopee River, Ludlow exhibits all that residents love about New England living: pristine nature, charming town centers, and incredible homes and apartments. There’s a vibrant community at work in Ludlow, evidenced by popular festivals like Festa and Celebrate Ludlow that bring the town together once a year. Outside of the endearing town center and locally owned restaurants and businesses along East Street, there are beautiful wooded areas in north Ludlow that offer more space and a quieter surrounding.
It's easy to commute into Chicopee or Springfield from Ludlow thanks to the Interstate 90, and Hartford, Connecticut is just 35 miles south along the Connecticut River. If you’re looking for an equal mix of family-friendly amenities and a relatively quiet atmosphere, look for a rental in Ludlow.
Explore the City
Memorial Park, in the heart of downtown Ludlow, has a lovely gazebo.
Homes spread out in Ludlow.
The Chicopee River, on the border of Ludlow, provides homeowners with a scenic view.
A statue of the legendary baller Eusebio sits in front of Lustiano Stadium.
Homes line streets in Ludlow.
Hubbard Memorial Library opens its doors to surrounding communities including Boston Road.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$73,999
Average: $100,315
Education
4,220
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
10,783
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Ludlow has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
24%
Non-Renters
76%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
18%
Other Education
82%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Ludlow, MA is $743 for one bedroom, and $1,003 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Ludlow has increased by 0.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$743/month
617 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Ludlow, MA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Harris Brook Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
578 Students
Public
Grades 4-5
394 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
358 Students
Chapin Street Elementary School
Public
Grades 2-3
322 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
498 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
498 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
724 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
724 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Lupa Zoo
- Lake Lorraine State Park
- Mount Holyoke College Botanic Garden
- Children's Museum at Holyhoke
- Holyoke Heritage State Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Bradley International
- Worcester Regional
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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 June 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.