Amherst Town-Northampton, MA MSA
FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rents for the Amherst Town-Northampton, MA MSA metro area. Population: 35,472.
Fair Market Rents (2026)
Studio
National avg: $893
$1,382/mo
+55% vs US
1 Bedroom
National avg: $959
$1,580/mo
+65% vs US
2 Bedroom
National avg: $1,175
$2,004/mo
+71% vs US
3 Bedroom
National avg: $1,525
$2,504/mo
+64% vs US
4 Bedroom
National avg: $1,756
$2,702/mo
+54% vs US
Affordability Snapshot
Based on the standard that rent should not exceed 30% of gross income:
Required annual income for 1 BR
$63,200
$5,267/month gross
Required annual income for 2 BR
$80,160
$6,680/month gross
Data source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, FY 2026 Fair Market Rents. Fair Market Rents represent the 40th percentile of gross rents for standard quality units in each area.