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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Methuen, MA is $2,507. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Methuen cheaper than other Massachusetts cities?

Methuen falls in the middle range for Massachusetts, ranking #71 out of 107 cities at $2,507/mo.

When was Methuen rent data last updated?

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

City Report · MA

Methuen

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Pop. 53,475·71st most expensive in Massachusetts·Rental market data updated monthly for Methuen, MA

Median rent (all units)

$2,507/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.5%

Month-over-Month

-0.1%

vs US Median

+$542

Stable (Monthly)

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Methuen · $2,507

More expensive than 80% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

55/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Methuen's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,507/mo

Expected by trend

$2,576/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,360

1 BR

$1,510

2 BR

$1,980

3 BR

$2,390

4 BR+

$2,630

Research median

$1,980/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

$30,084/yr

At $2,507/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (3.5% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.5% YoY, -0.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Methuen, MA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 31% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

53,475

Median income

$113,310

Median age

39.9

Renters

27.7%

Age distribution

21.3%

22.7%

26.4%

12.4%

17.2%

Under 1821.3%

18–3422.7%

35–5426.4%

55–6412.4%

65+17.2%

Gender

48.3%

51.7%

Male48.3%

Female51.7%

Race & ethnicity

56.9%

33.1%

White56.9%

Black4.9%

Hispanic33.1%

Asian4.9%

Education (25+)

29.7%

27.9%

31%

No HS diploma11.4%

HS diploma29.7%

Some college27.9%

Bachelor's+31%

Housing tenure

72.3%

27.7%

Owner72.3%

Renter27.7%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Methuen, MA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,285 → $2,507

up 9.7%

Income

$77,484 → $113,310

up 46.2%

Population

50,282 → 53,475

up 6.4%

Renter share

28.2% → 27.7%

-0.5 pts

Bachelor's+

28.1% → 31%

+2.9 pts

Median age

40.7 → 39.9

-0.8 yrs

Since 2023, the typical rent in Methuen, MA has increased from $2,285 to $2,507, a 9.7% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $77,484 to $113,310 across the same window, up 46.2% versus 2019. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2019 baseline. The population has grown by 6.4% since 2019, moving from about 50,282 residents to roughly 53,475. College-educated residents now make up 31% of adults here, versus 28.1% in 2019. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Methuen, MA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Methuen on your salary?

At $2,507/mo, how Methuen rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $109,597/yr · Rent = 27.4% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $77,813/yr · Rent = 38.7% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $89,633/yr · Rent = 33.6% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $160,208/yr · Rent = 18.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $204,705/yr · Rent = 14.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $72,860/yr · Rent = 41.3% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $65,784/yr · Rent = 45.7% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $81,084/yr · Rent = 37.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Methuen rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Methuen

About renting in Methuen, MA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Methuen is $2,507/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,360/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,980/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,510/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,390/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($113,310/yr), Methuen ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Methuen an affordable city for renters?

Methuen is considered affordable for renters. At $2,507/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($113,310/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Methuen falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Methuen?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $100,000/year (~$48/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,507/mo in Methuen. The local median household income is $113,310/yr, meaning the typical Methuen household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Methuen?

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

How does Methuen rent compare to other cities in Massachusetts?

Methuen is middle-of-the-pack for Massachusetts for rent, ranking #71 out of 107 tracked cities at $2,507/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Methuen?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Methuen ($2,507/mo): Haverhill ($2,345/mo), Lawrence ($2,347/mo).

What percentage of Methuen residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 27.7% of Methuen households are renters, while 72.3% are owner-occupied. Methuen leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Methuen rent compare to the national average?

Methuen's median rent of $2,507/mo is $542 (28%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #71 out of 107 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

27%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,507/mo, rent takes ~27% of Methuen's median household income ($113,310/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Methuen 27%Benchmark 30%

State income tax5%

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