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Dedham

Pop. 25,237·14th most expensive in Massachusetts·Dedham rents are up 11.3% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$3,226/mo
Year-over-Year
+11.3%
Month-over-Month
+0.8%
vs US Median
+$1,261
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Dedham · $3,226
More expensive than 93% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
30% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,226/mo, rent takes about 30% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$129,000/yr
Local median income
$128,955/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Dedham's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,300
1 BR
$2,430
2 BR
$2,880
3 BR
$3,470
4 BR+
$3,820
Research median
$2,880/mo

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

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$38,712/yr
At $3,226/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 11.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+11.3% YoY, +0.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Dedham, MA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 55% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
25,237
Median income
$128,955
Median age
44.6
Renters
26.6%
Age distribution
18.6%
18.1%
27.4%
14%
21.9%
Under 1818.6%
18–3418.1%
35–5427.4%
55–6414%
65+21.9%
Gender
48.8%
51.2%
Male48.8%
Female51.2%
Race & ethnicity
80%
White80%
Black6.6%
Hispanic7.9%
Asian2.8%
Other2.6%
Education (25+)
20.1%
18.3%
55%
No HS diploma6.5%
HS diploma20.1%
Some college18.3%
Bachelor's+55%
Housing tenure
73.4%
26.6%
Owner73.4%
Renter26.6%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Dedham, MA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,726 → $3,226
up 18.3%
Income
$108,047 → $128,955
up 19.4%
Population
25,308 → 25,237
down 0.3%
Renter share
29% → 26.6%
-2.4 pts
Bachelor's+
55.3% → 55%
-0.3 pts
Median age
43.1 → 44.6
+1.5 yrs

Rent in Dedham, MA has increased 18.3% since 2023, going from about $2,726 per month to roughly $3,226 today. On the earnings side, the typical household in Dedham, MA now reports about $128,955, up from $108,047 in 2021. About 26.6% of households rent today, against 29% in 2021. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Dedham, MA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Dedham rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Dedham, MA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Dedham is $3,226/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,300/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,880/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,430/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,470/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($128,955/yr), Dedham ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Dedham an affordable city for renters?

Dedham is considered moderate for renters. At $3,226/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($128,955/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Dedham slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Dedham?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $129,000/year (~$62/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,226/mo in Dedham. The local median household income is $128,955/yr, meaning the typical Dedham household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Dedham?

Rent in Dedham has increased 11.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Dedham rent compare to other cities in Massachusetts?

Dedham is one of the pricier cities in Massachusetts for rent, ranking #14 out of 107 tracked cities at $3,226/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Dedham?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Dedham ($3,226/mo): Norwood ($2,601/mo), Canton ($2,909/mo), Westwood ($3,130/mo).

What percentage of Dedham residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 26.6% of Dedham households are renters, while 73.4% are owner-occupied. Dedham leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Dedham rent compare to the national average?

Dedham's median rent of $3,226/mo is $1,261 (64%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #14 out of 107 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
30%
MODERATE

At $3,226/mo, rent takes ~30% of Dedham's median household income ($128,955/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax5%
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