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Rockport

Pop. 4,704·42nd most expensive in Massachusetts·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,858/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+59.2%
vs US Median
+$896
Rising (Monthly)
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Rockport · $2,858
More expensive than 88% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
40% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,858/mo, rent takes about 40% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$114,000/yr
Local median income
$86,250/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Rockport's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
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
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,550/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,858 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$34,296/yr
At $2,858/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +59.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Rockport, MA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 57.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,704
Median income
$86,250
Median age
63
Renters
33.7%
Age distribution
12.6%
13.6%
21.1%
42.9%
Under 189.8%
18–3412.6%
35–5413.6%
55–6421.1%
65+42.9%
Gender
45.9%
54.1%
Male45.9%
Female54.1%
Race & ethnicity
93.2%
White93.2%
Black0.7%
Hispanic3.8%
Other2.3%
Education (25+)
12.2%
26.6%
57.1%
No HS diploma4.1%
HS diploma12.2%
Some college26.6%
Bachelor's+57.1%
Housing tenure
66.3%
33.7%
Owner66.3%
Renter33.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Rockport, MA has changed in 5 years

Income
$84,500 → $86,250
up 2.1%
Population
4,889 → 4,704
down 3.8%
Renter share
34.4% → 33.7%
-0.7 pts
Bachelor's+
59% → 57.1%
-1.9 pts
Median age
58.6 → 63
+4.4 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $84,500 to $86,250 across the same window, up 2.1% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 4,889 to 4,704 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.8% change.

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Local insights

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About renting in Rockport, MA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Rockport is $2,858/mo as of August 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 40% of local median household income ($86,250/yr), Rockport ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rockport an affordable city for renters?

Rockport is considered moderate for renters. At $2,858/mo, rent takes approximately 40% of the local median household income ($86,250/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rockport slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Rockport?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $114,000/year (~$55/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,858/mo in Rockport. The local median household income is $86,250/yr, meaning the typical Rockport household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rockport?

Rent in Rockport has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of August 2026.

How does Rockport rent compare to other cities in Massachusetts?

Rockport is middle-of-the-pack for Massachusetts for rent, ranking #42 out of 112 tracked cities at $2,858/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rockport?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Rockport ($2,858/mo): Ipswich ($2,448/mo), Gloucester ($2,709/mo), Salem ($2,730/mo).

What percentage of Rockport residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.7% of Rockport households are renters, while 66.3% are owner-occupied. Rockport leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Rockport rent compare to the national average?

Rockport's median rent of $2,858/mo is $896 (46%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #42 out of 112 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
40%
MODERATE

At $2,858/mo, rent takes ~40% of Rockport's median household income ($86,250/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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