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Worcester, MA 01604
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Rental Market Trends in Worcester, MA
Updated July 2026
What is the average rent in Worcester, MA?
$1,874/month
Average Rent
700 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.5%
Change / Year
1,734
Available Apartments
Worcester, MA Rental Market Overview
The average rent in Worcester, MA is $1,874 per month. For comparison, the national average rent price in the US is currently $1,662/month, which means Worcester rent prices are 13% higher than the national average.
- Studio apartments in Worcester average $1,645 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Worcester average $1,874 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Worcester average $2,141 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Worcester average $2,443 or more per month.
Data Updated: July 1, 2026
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How much has average rent changed in Worcester, MA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.5%, which averages out to $10 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
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Rent Ranges in Worcester, MA
July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
1%
Below $700/month
10%
$700 - $1,000/month
34%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
25%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
30%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Worcester?
Based on current rent prices, Hadwen Park, Webster Square and Broadmeadow Brook are the most affordable neighborhoods in Worcester.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Worcester?
Based on current rent prices, West Tatnuck, Booth Apartments and Green Island are the most expensive neighborhoods in Worcester.
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Which Worcester neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Worcester with the most apartments available are Downtown Worcester, Green Island and Institute Park .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Worcester, MA?
Because the average rent in Worcester is $1,874, you’ll want to make about $6,246 per month or $74,952 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Worcester, MA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Worcester, MA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Worcester Area GuideStudio
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One Bedroom
$1,822/month
$1,877/month
Two Bedroom
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$2,329/month
Three Bedroom
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Worcester?
The average rent in Worcester is $1,874 per month, which is 12.8% higher than the national average of $1,662.
What is the average rent for a house in Worcester?
The average rent for a house in Worcester, MA is $3,346 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Worcester?
The average rent for a townhome in Worcester, MA is $3,177 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Worcester?
The average rent for a condo in Worcester, MA is $1,910 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Worcester?
Rents in Worcester, MA are increasing, with prices up 0.5% year-over-year and $10 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Worcester?
In Worcester, MA, 34% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.