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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Haverhill, MA is $2,345. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Haverhill cheaper than other Massachusetts cities?

Haverhill is among the more affordable cities in Massachusetts, ranking #84 out of 107 cities at $2,345/mo.

When was Haverhill rent data last updated?

Haverhill 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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Haverhill

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Pop. 67,698·84th most expensive in Massachusetts·Rental market data updated monthly for Haverhill, MA

Median rent (all units)

$2,345/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.5%

Month-over-Month

+2.0%

vs US Median

+$380

Rising (Monthly)

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Haverhill · $2,345

More expensive than 74% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

62/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% below what Haverhill's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,345/mo

Expected by trend

$2,496/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Haverhill's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,300

1 BR

$1,447

2 BR

$1,897

3 BR

$2,287

4 BR+

$2,517

Research median

$1,897/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

$28,140/yr

At $2,345/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 3.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.5% YoY, +2.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Haverhill, MA is majority owner-occupied, 32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

67,698

Median income

$88,326

Median age

39.4

Renters

37.2%

Age distribution

21.3%

23.1%

25.9%

14.2%

15.5%

Under 1821.3%

18–3423.1%

35–5425.9%

55–6414.2%

65+15.5%

Gender

49.1%

50.9%

Male49.1%

Female50.9%

Race & ethnicity

67.6%

26.5%

White67.6%

Black3.2%

Hispanic26.5%

Asian1.5%

Other1.2%

Education (25+)

29.9%

27.9%

32.6%

No HS diploma9.6%

HS diploma29.9%

Some college27.9%

Bachelor's+32.6%

Housing tenure

62.8%

37.2%

Owner62.8%

Renter37.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Haverhill, MA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,684 → $2,345

up 39.3%

Income

$75,130 → $88,326

up 17.6%

Population

67,093 → 67,698

up 0.9%

Renter share

41.7% → 37.2%

-4.5 pts

Bachelor's+

29.8% → 32.6%

+2.8 pts

Median age

38.5 → 39.4

+0.9 yrs

Rent in Haverhill, MA has increased 39.3% since 2021, going from about $1,684 per month to roughly $2,345 today. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $75,130 in 2021 to $88,326 more recently. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 21.7 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. About 37.2% of households rent today, against 41.7% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 29.8% to 32.6%. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Haverhill, MA market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Haverhill on your salary?

At $2,345/mo, how Haverhill rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $109,597/yr · Rent = 25.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $77,813/yr · Rent = 36.2% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $89,633/yr · Rent = 31.4% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $160,208/yr · Rent = 17.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $204,705/yr · Rent = 13.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $72,860/yr · Rent = 38.6% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $65,784/yr · Rent = 42.8% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $81,084/yr · Rent = 34.7% income

stretched

By apartment size

Haverhill rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Haverhill, MA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Haverhill is $2,345/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,300/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,897/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,447/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,287/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($88,326/yr), Haverhill ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Haverhill an affordable city for renters?

Haverhill is considered moderate for renters. At $2,345/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($88,326/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Haverhill slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Haverhill?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $94,000/year (~$45/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,345/mo in Haverhill. The local median household income is $88,326/yr, meaning the typical Haverhill household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Haverhill?

Rent in Haverhill has increased 3.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Haverhill neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Haverhill are 01832 ($2,229/mo), 01830 ($2,274/mo), and 01835 ($2,623/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Haverhill is $2,345/mo.

How does Haverhill rent compare to other cities in Massachusetts?

Haverhill is one of the more affordable cities in Massachusetts for rent, ranking #84 out of 107 tracked cities at $2,345/mo.

What percentage of Haverhill residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37.2% of Haverhill households are renters, while 62.8% are owner-occupied. Haverhill leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Haverhill rent compare to the national average?

Haverhill's median rent of $2,345/mo is $380 (19%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #84 out of 107 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

32%

MODERATE

At $2,345/mo, rent takes ~32% of Haverhill's median household income ($88,326/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Haverhill 32%Benchmark 30%

State income tax5%

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