How much does it cost to rent in Burlington, MA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Burlington, MA is $3,328. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Burlington cheaper than other Massachusetts cities?

Burlington is one of the pricier cities in Massachusetts, ranking #12 out of 107 cities tracked at $3,328/mo.

When was Burlington rent data last updated?

Burlington rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Burlington

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Pop. 26,274·12th most expensive in Massachusetts·Burlington rents are up 6.0% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,328/mo

Year-over-Year

+6.0%

Month-over-Month

+0.5%

vs US Median

+$1,363

Rising (Monthly)

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Burlington · $3,328

More expensive than 94% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

27% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,328/mo, rent takes about 27% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$133,000/yr

Local median income

$146,436/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Burlington'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

$3,240

3 BR

$3,900

4 BR+

$4,300

Research median

$3,240/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

$39,936/yr

At $3,328/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 6.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+6.0% YoY, +0.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Burlington, MA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 58.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

26,274

Median income

$146,436

Median age

45.9

Renters

25.8%

Age distribution

17.1%

19.8%

25.9%

15.2%

21.9%

Under 1817.1%

18–3419.8%

35–5425.9%

55–6415.2%

65+21.9%

Gender

48.8%

51.2%

Male48.8%

Female51.2%

Race & ethnicity

75.2%

14.5%

White75.2%

Black1.8%

Hispanic5%

Asian14.5%

Other3.5%

Education (25+)

17.9%

19.6%

58.4%

No HS diploma4.1%

HS diploma17.9%

Some college19.6%

Bachelor's+58.4%

Housing tenure

74.2%

25.8%

Owner74.2%

Renter25.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2023 vs 2026

How Burlington, MA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$3,069 → $3,328

up 8.4%

Income

$124,755 → $146,436

up 17.4%

Population

26,234 → 26,274

up 0.2%

Renter share

25.2% → 25.8%

+0.6 pts

Bachelor's+

59.6% → 58.4%

-1.2 pts

Median age

44 → 45.9

+1.9 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Burlington, MA paid around $3,069 a month. That figure now sits near $3,328, up 8.4% from the 2023 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in Burlington, MA now reports about $146,436, up from $124,755 in 2021. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Burlington, MA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Burlington on your salary?

At $3,328/mo, how Burlington rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $109,597/yr · Rent = 36.4% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $77,813/yr · Rent = 51.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $89,633/yr · Rent = 44.6% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $160,208/yr · Rent = 24.9% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $204,705/yr · Rent = 19.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $72,860/yr · Rent = 54.8% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $65,784/yr · Rent = 60.7% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $81,084/yr · Rent = 49.3% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Burlington rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Burlington. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Burlington

About renting in Burlington, MA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Burlington is $3,328/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,580/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,240/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,730/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,900/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($146,436/yr), Burlington ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Burlington an affordable city for renters?

Burlington is considered affordable for renters. At $3,328/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($146,436/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Burlington falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Burlington?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $133,000/year (~$64/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,328/mo in Burlington. The local median household income is $146,436/yr, meaning the typical Burlington household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Burlington?

Rent in Burlington has increased 6.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Burlington rent compare to other cities in Massachusetts?

Burlington is one of the pricier cities in Massachusetts for rent, ranking #12 out of 107 tracked cities at $3,328/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Burlington?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Burlington ($3,328/mo): Woburn ($2,780/mo), Bedford ($2,863/mo), Wilmington ($3,218/mo).

What percentage of Burlington residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.8% of Burlington households are renters, while 74.2% are owner-occupied. Burlington leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Burlington rent compare to the national average?

Burlington's median rent of $3,328/mo is $1,363 (69%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #12 out of 107 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

27%

AFFORDABLE

At $3,328/mo, rent takes ~27% of Burlington's median household income ($146,436/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Burlington 27%Benchmark 30%

State income tax5%

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