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Billerica

·59th most expensive in Massachusetts·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,741/mo
Year-over-Year
+3.2%
Month-over-Month
+1.6%
vs US Median
+$776
Rising (Monthly)
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Billerica · $2,741
More expensive than 86% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
67/100
Good value
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Rents are 8% below what Billerica's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,741/mo
Expected by trend
$2,989/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,840
1 BR
$2,005
2 BR
$2,610
3 BR
$3,145
4 BR+
$3,460
Research median
$2,610/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$32,892/yr
At $2,741/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 3.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+3.2% YoY, +1.6% MoM), not inventory.
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2021 vs 2026

How Billerica, MA has changed in 5 years

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$2,020 → $2,741
up 35.7%

Across the past five years, the going rent in Billerica, MA has shifted from $2,020 to $2,741, up 35.7% since 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Billerica, MA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Billerica rent by bedroom count

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Billerica is $2,741/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,840/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,610/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,005/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,145/mo.

At 46% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Billerica ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Billerica an affordable city for renters?

Billerica is considered stretched for renters. At $2,741/mo, rent takes approximately 46% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Billerica significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Billerica?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $110,000/year (~$53/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,741/mo in Billerica.

Is rent going up or down in Billerica?

Rent in Billerica has increased 3.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Billerica neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Billerica are 01862 ($2,712/mo), and 01821 ($2,742/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Billerica is $2,741/mo.

How does Billerica rent compare to other cities in Massachusetts?

Billerica is middle-of-the-pack for Massachusetts for rent, ranking #59 out of 107 tracked cities at $2,741/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Billerica?

Lowell is nearby and more affordable at $2,316/mo, which is $425 less than Billerica.

How does Billerica rent compare to the national average?

Billerica's median rent of $2,741/mo is $776 (39%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #59 out of 107 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
46%
STRETCHED

At $2,741/mo, rent takes ~46% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Billerica 46%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5%
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