Massachusetts Fair Market Rents 2026
HUD Fair Market Rent data for Massachusetts (MA). Average 1-bedroom rent: $1,281/mo. Average 2-bedroom rent: $1,564/mo.
Avg 1BR Rent
$1,281/mo
Avg 2BR Rent
$1,564/mo
Median Income
$94,573
Tenant Rights
8/10
Rent is Generally Affordable
At the median income of $94,573/year, the 30% rule suggests spending up to $2,364/mo on rent. The average 2BR rent of $1,564/mo is within this threshold.
Renter Statistics
50.8% of households in Massachusetts are renters.
Massachusetts Metro Areas
| Metro Area | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | Vacancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton | $1,196 | $1,409 | $1,754 | 5.3% |
Massachusetts Counties - Fair Market Rents
| County | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Income | Burden |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cumberland County | $1,436 | $1,746 | $2,180 | $2,540 | $133,834 | 19.5% |
| Dallas County | $1,421 | $1,740 | $2,197 | $2,597 | $127,380 | 20.7% |
| Stark County | $1,302 | $1,627 | $2,034 | $2,457 | $102,637 | 23.8% |
| Knox County | $999 | $1,190 | $1,434 | $1,758 | $92,179 | 18.7% |
| Marshall County | $1,014 | $1,264 | $1,613 | $1,912 | $106,502 | 18.2% |
| Lincoln County | $1,013 | $1,215 | $1,517 | $1,867 | $85,906 | 21.2% |
| Brown County | $1,006 | $1,273 | $1,521 | $1,861 | $77,405 | 23.6% |
| Henry County | $1,194 | $1,455 | $1,853 | $2,155 | $83,359 | 26.7% |
| Wells County | $862 | $1,024 | $1,310 | $1,578 | $70,257 | 22.4% |
| Iredell County | $924 | $1,096 | $1,372 | $1,657 | $78,741 | 20.9% |
| Grant County | $757 | $931 | $1,175 | $1,419 | $63,977 | 22.0% |
| Newton County | $834 | $1,020 | $1,258 | $1,594 | $66,044 | 22.9% |
| Lake County | $950 | $1,129 | $1,437 | $1,791 | $71,282 | 24.2% |
| Keith County | $723 | $854 | $1,043 | $1,300 | $50,439 | 24.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Massachusetts?
The 2026 statewide average rent in Massachusetts is $1,281/mo for a 1-bedroom and $1,564/mo for a 2-bedroom.
What percentage of people rent in Massachusetts?
Approximately 50.8% of households in Massachusetts are renters.
How strong are tenant rights in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts has a tenant rights score of 8/10. This indicates strong renter protections.