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Clinton

Pop. 7,658·92nd most expensive in Massachusetts·Clinton rents have dropped 8.4%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$2,137/mo
Year-over-Year
-8.4%
Month-over-Month
+0.6%
vs US Median
+$172
Rising (Monthly)
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Clinton · $2,137
More expensive than 66% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
32% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,137/mo, rent takes about 32% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$85,000/yr
Local median income
$79,516/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Clinton's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,400
1 BR
$1,410
2 BR
$1,820
3 BR
$2,400
4 BR+
$2,650
Research median
$1,820/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$25,644/yr
At $2,137/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 8.4% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-8.4% YoY, +0.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Clinton, MA is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, 24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
7,658
Median income
$79,516
Median age
40.9
Renters
52.1%
Age distribution
13.3%
32.1%
24.7%
15%
14.9%
Under 1813.3%
18–3432.1%
35–5424.7%
55–6415%
65+14.9%
Gender
49.3%
50.7%
Male49.3%
Female50.7%
Race & ethnicity
75.5%
20%
White75.5%
Black2.4%
Hispanic20%
Asian1.7%
Education (25+)
27.8%
36.5%
24.1%
No HS diploma11.7%
HS diploma27.8%
Some college36.5%
Bachelor's+24.1%
Housing tenure
47.9%
52.1%
Owner47.9%
Renter52.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Clinton, MA has changed in 5 years

Income
$68,958 → $79,516
up 15.3%
Population
7,455 → 7,658
up 2.7%
Renter share
48.3% → 52.1%
+3.8 pts
Bachelor's+
28.3% → 24.1%
-4.2 pts
Median age
36.2 → 40.9
+4.7 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $79,516 today, compared with $68,958 five years earlier. The population has grown by 2.7% since 2021, moving from about 7,455 residents to roughly 7,658. Renters now make up 52.1% of households, compared with 48.3% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 24.1% of adults here, versus 28.3% in 2021.

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Clinton rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Clinton, MA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Clinton is $2,137/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,400/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,820/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,410/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,400/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($79,516/yr), Clinton ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 8.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Clinton an affordable city for renters?

Clinton is considered moderate for renters. At $2,137/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($79,516/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Clinton slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Clinton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $85,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,137/mo in Clinton. The local median household income is $79,516/yr, meaning the typical Clinton household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Clinton?

Rent in Clinton has decreased 8.4% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Clinton rent compare to other cities in Massachusetts?

Clinton is one of the more affordable cities in Massachusetts for rent, ranking #92 out of 107 tracked cities at $2,137/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Clinton?

Leominster is nearby and more affordable at $1,920/mo, which is $217 less than Clinton.

What percentage of Clinton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 52.1% of Clinton households are renters, while 47.9% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Clinton has a strong rental market.

How does Clinton rent compare to the national average?

Clinton's median rent of $2,137/mo is $172 (9%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #92 out of 107 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
32%
MODERATE

At $2,137/mo, rent takes ~32% of Clinton's median household income ($79,516/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Clinton 32%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5%
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