Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
20%
West Springfield
West Springfield, MA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,141
Population
27,986
Renter Mix
42% Rent
Suburban convenience paired with countryside tranquility
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West Springfield is a scenic suburb located on the western side of the Connecticut River, across from the city of Springfield. Commonly known as “West Side” among locals, West Springfield functions as an extension of its larger neighbor in many ways. The two cities share numerous cultural resources, and West Springfield serves as a home base for many commuters who cross the river for work.
Picturesque residential neighborhoods comprise the bulk of the city, lending a peaceful atmosphere to West Springfield overall. Riverdale Shops, a thriving shopping district along the Connecticut River just off of I-91, provides residents with a host of modern delights right in town. The surrounding countryside is rich with forests, brooks, hills, and rock formations that offer endless opportunities for outdoor exploration. West Springfield is also adjacent to area destinations such as Robinson State Park, Six Flags New England, and Holyoke Mall.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$64,237
Average: $92,232
Education
8,074
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
14,919
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
West Springfield has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
42%
Non-Renters
58%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
26%
Other Education
74%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in West Springfield, MA is $1,054 for a studio, $1,127 for one bedroom, $1,565 for two bedrooms, and $1,969 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in West Springfield has increased by 2.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,127/month
620 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,841/month
525 Sq Ft
Getting Around
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Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
John R Fausey Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
411 Students
Public
Grades K-5
263 Students
Public
Grades K-5
195 Students
Philip G Coburn Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
686 Students
Public
Grades K-5
62 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
871 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,172 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
8 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Robinson State Park
- Springfield Science Museum
- Springfield Armory National Historic Site
- Hampton Ponds State Park
- Holyoke Heritage State Park
Commuter Rail
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.