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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Rockland, ME is $1,775. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Rockland cheaper than other Maine cities?

Rockland is among the more affordable cities in Maine, ranking #17 out of 25 cities at $1,775/mo.

When was Rockland rent data last updated?

Rockland 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

Rockland

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Pop. 7,035·17th most expensive in Maine·Rental market data updated monthly for Rockland, ME

Median rent (all units)

$1,775/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-6.5%

vs US Median

-$190

Falling (Monthly)

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Rockland · $1,775

More affordable than 56% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

38% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,775/mo, rent takes about 38% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$71,000/yr

Local median income

$56,533/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$810

1 BR

$910

2 BR

$1,080

3 BR

$1,350

4 BR+

$1,650

Research median

$1,080/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

$21,300/yr

At $1,775/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -6.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Rockland, ME is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 35.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

7,035

Median income

$56,533

Median age

49.3

Renters

38%

Age distribution

15.5%

21.7%

19.7%

17.9%

25.4%

Under 1815.5%

18–3421.7%

35–5419.7%

55–6417.9%

65+25.4%

Gender

45.6%

54.4%

Male45.6%

Female54.4%

Race & ethnicity

94.1%

White94.1%

Hispanic1.4%

Other4.4%

Education (25+)

28.1%

27.1%

35.6%

No HS diploma9.2%

HS diploma28.1%

Some college27.1%

Bachelor's+35.6%

Housing tenure

62%

38%

Owner62%

Renter38%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Rockland, ME has changed in 5 years

Income

$48,871 → $56,533

up 15.7%

Population

6,977 → 7,035

up 0.8%

Renter share

38.1% → 38%

-0.1 pts

Bachelor's+

35.5% → 35.6%

+0.1 pts

Median age

45.4 → 49.3

+3.9 yrs

Median household income rose from $48,871 to $56,533 between 2021 and 2024, a 15.7% shift.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Rockland on your salary?

At $1,775/mo, how Rockland rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 24.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 34.1% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 29.6% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 16.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 13% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 36.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 40.4% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 32.8% income

stretched

By apartment size

Rockland rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Rockland

About renting in Rockland, ME

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Rockland is $1,775/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $810/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,080/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $910/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,350/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($56,533/yr), Rockland ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rockland an affordable city for renters?

Rockland is considered moderate for renters. At $1,775/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($56,533/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rockland slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Rockland?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $71,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,775/mo in Rockland. The local median household income is $56,533/yr, meaning the typical Rockland household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rockland?

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

How does Rockland rent compare to other cities in Maine?

Rockland is one of the more affordable cities in Maine for rent, ranking #17 out of 25 tracked cities at $1,775/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rockland?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Rockland ($1,775/mo): Waterville ($1,295/mo), Augusta ($1,533/mo), Bangor ($1,592/mo).

What percentage of Rockland residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38% of Rockland households are renters, while 62% are owner-occupied. Rockland leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.