City Report · MA

Revere

Pop. 60,012·42nd most expensive in Massachusetts·Revere rents are up 6.9% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,826/mo
Year-over-Year
+6.9%
Month-over-Month
+0.6%
vs US Median
+$861
Rising (Monthly)
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Revere · $2,826
More expensive than 88% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
55/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent
$2,826/mo
Expected by trend
$2,901/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,000
1 BR
$2,140
2 BR
$2,550
3 BR
$3,080
4 BR+
$3,390
Research median
$2,550/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
$33,912/yr
At $2,826/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 6.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+6.9% YoY, +0.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Revere, MA is roughly split between renters and owners, 24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
60,012
Median income
$86,969
Median age
39.2
Renters
54.4%
Age distribution
19.6%
24.3%
28.7%
15.7%
Under 1819.6%
18–3424.3%
35–5428.7%
55–6411.7%
65+15.7%
Gender
50.8%
49.2%
Male50.8%
Female49.2%
Race & ethnicity
51.3%
39.3%
White51.3%
Black4.7%
Hispanic39.3%
Asian4.3%
Education (25+)
18.1%
35.1%
22.2%
24.6%
No HS diploma18.1%
HS diploma35.1%
Some college22.2%
Bachelor's+24.6%
Housing tenure
45.6%
54.4%
Owner45.6%
Renter54.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Revere, MA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,059 → $2,826
up 37.3%
Income
$73,041 → $86,969
up 19.1%
Population
60,720 → 60,012
down 1.2%
Renter share
49.2% → 54.4%
+5.2 pts
Bachelor's+
24.5% → 24.6%
+0.1 pts

The median rent in Revere, MA stood at $2,059 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,826, reflecting a 37.3% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in Revere, MA now reports about $86,969, up from $73,041 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 1.2% since 2021, moving from about 60,720 residents to roughly 60,012. Renters now make up 54.4% of households, compared with 49.2% five years ago. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Revere, MA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Revere rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Revere, MA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Revere is $2,826/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,000/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,550/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,140/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,080/mo.

At 39% of local median household income ($86,969/yr), Revere ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Revere an affordable city for renters?

Revere is considered moderate for renters. At $2,826/mo, rent takes approximately 39% of the local median household income ($86,969/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Revere slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Revere?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $113,000/year (~$54/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,826/mo in Revere. The local median household income is $86,969/yr, meaning the typical Revere household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Revere?

Rent in Revere has increased 6.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Revere rent compare to other cities in Massachusetts?

Revere is middle-of-the-pack for Massachusetts for rent, ranking #42 out of 107 tracked cities at $2,826/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Revere?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Revere ($2,826/mo): Winthrop ($2,563/mo), Chelsea ($2,628/mo), Malden ($2,803/mo).

What percentage of Revere residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 54.4% of Revere households are renters, while 45.6% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Revere has a strong rental market.

How does Revere rent compare to the national average?

Revere's median rent of $2,826/mo is $861 (44%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #42 out of 107 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
39%
MODERATE

At $2,826/mo, rent takes ~39% of Revere's median household income ($86,969/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Revere 39%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5%
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