Average rent in Massachusetts
November 2026. Based on 48 live listings, updated daily.
| Size | Average rent | Lowest | Listings | vs US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $3,374 | $2,775 | 7 | 139% higher |
| 2 bedroom | $2,825 | $1,650 | 22 | 68% higher |
| 3 bedroom | $2,920 | $2,425 | 19 | 46% higher |
| All sizes | $2,942 | $1,650 | 48 | 70% higher |
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What rent costs in Massachusetts
A 1-bedroom averages $3,374, a 2-bedroom averages $2,825 and a 3-bedroom averages $2,920 a month. Overall, rent in Massachusetts is 70% higher than the US average of $1,735.
Using the common rule of spending no more than 30% of take-home pay on rent, an average 1-bedroom in Massachusetts needs about $11,250 a month after tax.
Common questions
What is the average rent in Massachusetts?
The average rent in Massachusetts is $2,942 a month across 48 live listings (November 2026).
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Massachusetts?
A 1-bedroom in Massachusetts averages $3,374 a month.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Massachusetts?
To keep an average 1-bedroom under 30% of your take-home pay, you'd want about $11,250 a month after tax.
Is rent in Massachusetts higher than the US average?
Rent in Massachusetts is 70% higher than the US average of $1,735 across all listings we track.
Averages are calculated from live listings on RentFrat and refresh daily. Last updated 2026-11-09.