Springfield, MA is seeing rapid growth and Springfield, MA's' housing market remains optimal with an average home price that is -100% below the 2023 national average. Springfield, MA is part of Hampden county and taxes are an important factor to consider when purchasing a home whether through rent to own or a traditional purchase. The average tax rate as of 2023 for county Hampden is 1.36% which is above the national average, which is 0.99%.