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Winchester

Pop. 23,406·3rd most expensive in Massachusetts·Winchester rents are up 21.1% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$3,776/mo
Year-over-Year
+21.1%
Month-over-Month
+9.1%
vs US Median
+$1,811
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Winchester · $3,776
More expensive than 97% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
20% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,776/mo, rent takes about 20% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$151,000/yr
Local median income
$230,198/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Winchester's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,470
1 BR
$2,620
2 BR
$3,100
3 BR
$3,730
4 BR+
$4,110
Research median
$3,100/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$45,312/yr
At $3,776/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 21.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+21.1% YoY, +9.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Winchester, MA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 79.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
23,406
Median income
$230,198
Median age
42.5
Renters
18.3%
Age distribution
27.6%
30.6%
12.8%
18%
Under 1827.6%
18–3411.1%
35–5430.6%
55–6412.8%
65+18%
Gender
46.9%
53.1%
Male46.9%
Female53.1%
Race & ethnicity
71%
15.6%
White71%
Black3%
Hispanic3.9%
Asian15.6%
Other6.5%
Education (25+)
79.5%
No HS diploma3.1%
HS diploma8.2%
Some college9.2%
Bachelor's+79.5%
Housing tenure
81.7%
18.3%
Owner81.7%
Renter18.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Winchester, MA has changed in 5 years

Income
$184,844 → $230,198
up 24.5%
Population
22,875 → 23,406
up 2.3%
Renter share
17.7% → 18.3%
+0.6 pts
Bachelor's+
75.5% → 79.5%
+4.0 pts

Household income in the area moved from $184,844 to $230,198 across the same window, up 24.5% versus 2021. Census counts show Winchester, MA adding about 531 residents over the five-year window, up 2.3% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 75.5% to 79.5% across the same window.

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Winchester rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Winchester, MA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Winchester is $3,776/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,470/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,100/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,620/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,730/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($230,198/yr), Winchester ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 21.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Winchester an affordable city for renters?

Winchester is considered very affordable for renters. At $3,776/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($230,198/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Winchester falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Winchester?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $151,000/year (~$73/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,776/mo in Winchester. The local median household income is $230,198/yr, meaning the typical Winchester household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Winchester?

Rent in Winchester has increased 21.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Winchester rent compare to other cities in Massachusetts?

Winchester is one of the pricier cities in Massachusetts for rent, ranking #3 out of 107 tracked cities at $3,776/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Winchester?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Winchester ($3,776/mo): Woburn ($2,780/mo), Arlington ($3,043/mo), Stoneham ($3,086/mo).

What percentage of Winchester residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 18.3% of Winchester households are renters, while 81.7% are owner-occupied. Winchester leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Winchester rent compare to the national average?

Winchester's median rent of $3,776/mo is $1,811 (92%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #3 out of 107 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $3,776/mo, rent takes ~20% of Winchester's median household income ($230,198/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax5%
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