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Bedford

·20th most expensive in Massachusetts·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$3,107/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.4%
Month-over-Month
+8.5%
vs US Median
+$1,145
Rising (Monthly)
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Bedford · $3,107
More expensive than 92% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
52% of income
EXPENSIVE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,107/mo, rent takes about 52% of the US median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$124,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Bedford's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,580
1 BR
$2,730
2 BR
$3,230
3 BR
$3,890
4 BR+
$4,280
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$3,230/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $3,107 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$37,284/yr
At $3,107/mo median
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Rents are up 2.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.4% YoY, +8.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Bedford is $3,107/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,580/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,230/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,730/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,890/mo.

At 52% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Bedford ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.4% over the past year.

FAQ

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Is Bedford an affordable city for renters?

Bedford is considered expensive for renters. At $3,107/mo, rent takes approximately 52% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bedford significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Bedford?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $124,000/year (~$60/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,107/mo in Bedford.

Is rent going up or down in Bedford?

Rent in Bedford has increased 2.4% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Bedford rent compare to other cities in Massachusetts?

Bedford is one of the pricier cities in Massachusetts for rent, ranking #20 out of 112 tracked cities at $3,107/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bedford?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Bedford ($3,107/mo): Billerica ($2,764/mo), Waltham ($3,045/mo).

How does Bedford rent compare to the national average?

Bedford's median rent of $3,107/mo is $1,145 (58%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #20 out of 112 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
52%
EXPENSIVE

At $3,107/mo, rent takes ~52% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Bedford 52%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5%
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