How much does it cost to rent in Kittery, ME?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Kittery, ME is $2,459. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Kittery cheaper than other Maine cities?

Kittery is one of the pricier cities in Maine, ranking #6 out of 25 cities tracked at $2,459/mo.

When was Kittery rent data last updated?

Kittery 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 · ME

Kittery

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Pop. 5,110·6th most expensive in Maine·Kittery rents have dropped 6.2%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$2,459/mo

Year-over-Year

-6.2%

Month-over-Month

+2.6%

vs US Median

+$494

Rising (Monthly)

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Kittery · $2,459

More expensive than 78% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

35% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,459/mo, rent takes about 35% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$98,000/yr

Local median income

$84,730/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Kittery's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,410

1 BR

$1,600

2 BR

$2,060

3 BR

$2,670

4 BR+

$3,460

Research median

$2,060/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

$29,508/yr

At $2,459/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (-6.2% YoY, +2.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Kittery, ME is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 47.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

5,110

Median income

$84,730

Median age

39.4

Renters

44.7%

Age distribution

16.8%

25.1%

21.9%

27.4%

Under 1816.8%

18–3425.1%

35–5421.9%

55–648.8%

65+27.4%

Gender

44%

56%

Male44%

Female56%

Race & ethnicity

85.5%

White85.5%

Black1.8%

Hispanic6.4%

Asian2.8%

Other3.5%

Education (25+)

14.9%

31.8%

47.3%

No HS diploma6%

HS diploma14.9%

Some college31.8%

Bachelor's+47.3%

Housing tenure

55.3%

44.7%

Owner55.3%

Renter44.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Kittery, ME has changed in 5 years

Income

$59,922 → $84,730

up 41.4%

Population

5,335 → 5,110

down 4.2%

Renter share

45% → 44.7%

-0.3 pts

Bachelor's+

43.9% → 47.3%

+3.4 pts

Median age

45.6 → 39.4

-6.2 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $59,922 to $84,730 across the same window, up 41.4% versus 2021. The population has contracted by 4.2% since 2021, moving from about 5,335 residents to roughly 5,110. College-educated residents now make up 47.3% of adults here, versus 43.9% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Kittery on your salary?

At $2,459/mo, how Kittery rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 33.6% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 47.3% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 41.1% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 23% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 18% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 50.5% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 55.9% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 45.4% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Kittery rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Kittery

About renting in Kittery, ME

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Kittery is $2,459/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,410/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,060/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,600/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,670/mo.

At 35% of local median household income ($84,730/yr), Kittery ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 6.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Kittery an affordable city for renters?

Kittery is considered moderate for renters. At $2,459/mo, rent takes approximately 35% of the local median household income ($84,730/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Kittery slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Kittery?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $98,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,459/mo in Kittery. The local median household income is $84,730/yr, meaning the typical Kittery household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Kittery?

Rent in Kittery has decreased 6.2% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Kittery rent compare to other cities in Maine?

Kittery is one of the pricier cities in Maine for rent, ranking #6 out of 25 tracked cities at $2,459/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Kittery?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Kittery ($2,459/mo): Somersworth ($1,926/mo), Dover ($2,267/mo).

What percentage of Kittery residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 44.7% of Kittery households are renters, while 55.3% are owner-occupied. Kittery leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.