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Hingham

Pop. 5,130·5th most expensive in Massachusetts·Hingham rents are up 17.3% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$3,640/mo
Year-over-Year
+17.3%
Month-over-Month
+7.5%
vs US Median
+$1,675
Rising (Monthly)
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Hingham · $3,640
More expensive than 96% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
21% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,640/mo, rent takes about 21% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$146,000/yr
Local median income
$205,769/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hingham's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,370
1 BR
$2,510
2 BR
$2,970
3 BR
$3,580
4 BR+
$3,940
Research median
$2,970/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
$43,680/yr
At $3,640/mo median
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Rents are up 17.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+17.3% YoY, +7.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hingham, MA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 79.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
5,130
Median income
$205,769
Median age
42.2
Renters
22.7%
Age distribution
26.7%
13.1%
25.3%
18.3%
16.6%
Under 1826.7%
18–3413.1%
35–5425.3%
55–6418.3%
65+16.6%
Gender
45.6%
54.4%
Male45.6%
Female54.4%
Race & ethnicity
89.2%
White89.2%
Black2.4%
Hispanic3.7%
Asian1.4%
Other3.4%
Education (25+)
12.6%
79.1%
No HS diploma0.8%
HS diploma7.5%
Some college12.6%
Bachelor's+79.1%
Housing tenure
77.3%
22.7%
Owner77.3%
Renter22.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hingham, MA has changed in 5 years

Income
$206,384 → $205,769
down 0.3%
Population
5,557 → 5,130
down 7.7%
Renter share
18.2% → 22.7%
+4.5 pts
Bachelor's+
76.8% → 79.1%
+2.3 pts
Median age
43.3 → 42.2
-1.1 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Hingham, MA now reports about $205,769, up from $206,384 in 2021. The population has contracted by 7.7% since 2021, moving from about 5,557 residents to roughly 5,130. Renters now make up 22.7% of households, compared with 18.2% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 79.1% of adults here, versus 76.8% in 2021.

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Hingham rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Hingham, MA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hingham is $3,640/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,370/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,970/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,510/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,580/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($205,769/yr), Hingham ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 17.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hingham an affordable city for renters?

Hingham is considered very affordable for renters. At $3,640/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($205,769/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hingham falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Hingham?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $146,000/year (~$70/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,640/mo in Hingham. The local median household income is $205,769/yr, meaning the typical Hingham household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hingham?

Rent in Hingham has increased 17.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Hingham rent compare to other cities in Massachusetts?

Hingham is one of the pricier cities in Massachusetts for rent, ranking #5 out of 107 tracked cities at $3,640/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hingham?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hingham ($3,640/mo): Weymouth ($2,501/mo), Randolph ($2,627/mo), Quincy ($2,750/mo).

What percentage of Hingham residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 22.7% of Hingham households are renters, while 77.3% are owner-occupied. Hingham leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hingham rent compare to the national average?

Hingham's median rent of $3,640/mo is $1,675 (85%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #5 out of 107 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $3,640/mo, rent takes ~21% of Hingham's median household income ($205,769/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hingham 21%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5%
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