Berkshire County, Massachusetts Housing Market
In Berkshire County, Massachusetts, the median home value is $305,400, with a median monthly rent of $1,097. This places Berkshire County at #599 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #13 within Massachusetts.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,297
- Establishments: 5,289
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 93
- Multi-family: 56
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 56,933 (avg $91,912)
- Outflow: 54,748 (avg $90,553)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Berkshire County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 01247 | 291.0 | +12.67% | 2025 |
| 2 | 01223 | 261.7 | -2.41% | 2025 |
| 3 | 01225 | 241.7 | — | 2024 |
| 4 | 01230 | 298.0 | -6.51% | 2025 |
| 5 | 01220 | 231.6 | — | 2025 |
| 6 | 01201 | 269.7 | -0.02% | 2025 |
| 7 | 01226 | 258.8 | +3.71% | 2025 |
| 8 | 01238 | 262.7 | -1.52% | 2024 |
| 9 | 01240 | 286.5 | +7.74% | 2023 |
| 10 | 01235 | 229.8 | +18.58% | 2022 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
This product uses FHFA Data but is neither endorsed nor certified by FHFA.
🔗 Explore Berkshire County on Our Sister Sites
Get the complete picture for Berkshire County — financing options and ongoing ownership costs.
💰 Mortgage Guide → 🧾 Property Tax Data →How Berkshire County Compares
| Metric | Berkshire County | Massachusetts Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $305,400 | $634,257 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,097 | $1,615 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 69.9% | 67.2% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 23.2 | 32.3 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Berkshire County is 51.8% below the Massachusetts state average and 34.1% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,097/month is 32.1% below the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 23.2, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Berkshire County has an owner-occupancy rate of 69.9%, compared to 67.2% in Massachusetts and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camden County | Missouri | $305,400 | $876 |
| Columbia County | Georgia | $305,300 | $1,409 |
| Pike County | Georgia | $305,600 | $993 |
| Johnston County | North Carolina | $305,600 | $1,146 |
| Wise County | Texas | $304,900 | $1,299 |
Other Counties in Massachusetts
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampden County | $298,800 | $1,136 | 62.2% |
| Franklin County | $329,000 | $1,177 | 70.1% |
| Hampshire County | $390,300 | $1,388 | 67.8% |
| Worcester County | $423,700 | $1,426 | 65.8% |
| Bristol County | $451,200 | $1,245 | 62.3% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).