Apartments for rent in Pittsfield, MA

A small city located in Massachusetts, Pittsfield has approximately 43,000 residents. Retirees are a frequent sight, as they make up 19% of the population compared to 14% nationally, while young adults are less well-represented. The majority of Pittsfield residents own their homes, and 38% of residents rent. Renting remains an affordable option, though, as the city boasts a relatively low average rent of $808/month. Over the course of a year, renters in Pittsfield will save around $4,900 compared to the state average.

With an average commute time of about 19 minutes, faster than most cities in Massachusetts, Pittsfield residents are well aware that getting to work isn't overly time-consuming. Driving a vehicle is the typical mode of getting to work, selected by 44% of commuters, while public transportation is not widely used. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.

If you're looking for a number of career options, Pittsfield has them in spades. The four most common industries are healthcare, retail, entertainment, and education. Together, these industries make up 28% of the city's labor force. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many workers in these industries are in sales, making it the top career path in the city. With an average annual income of just over $63,000, Pittsfield workers take home about $20,000 less than their peers elsewhere in Massachusetts. The city's average income also trails the national average of $73,345. Pittsfield has a large percentage of residents over the age of 25 who have earned an Associate's degree (8%) compared to the national average (5%). In addition, 21% have earned a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree.