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Barre

Pop. 8,412·7th most expensive in Vermont·Rental market data updated monthly for Barre, VT
Median rent (all units)
$1,421/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-4.2%
vs US Median
-$541
Falling (Monthly)
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Barre · $1,421
More affordable than 80% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
26% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,421/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$57,000/yr
Local median income
$65,625/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Barre's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,020
1 BR
$1,030
2 BR
$1,350
3 BR
$1,680
4 BR+
$1,880
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,350/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,421 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
$17,052/yr
At $1,421/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, -4.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Barre, VT is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 36.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
8,412
Median income
$65,625
Median age
42.2
Renters
49.6%
Age distribution
13.5%
26.9%
20.6%
19.6%
19.4%
Under 1813.5%
18–3426.9%
35–5420.6%
55–6419.6%
65+19.4%
Gender
42.8%
57.2%
Male42.8%
Female57.2%
Race & ethnicity
93.3%
White93.3%
Hispanic1.5%
Asian2.6%
Other2.5%
Education (25+)
31.7%
26.4%
36.1%
No HS diploma5.8%
HS diploma31.7%
Some college26.4%
Bachelor's+36.1%
Housing tenure
50.4%
49.6%
Owner50.4%
Renter49.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Barre, VT has changed in 5 years

Income
$44,298 → $65,625
up 48.1%
Population
8,514 → 8,412
down 1.2%
Renter share
57.8% → 49.6%
-8.2 pts
Bachelor's+
26.7% → 36.1%
+9.4 pts
Median age
40.3 → 42.2
+1.9 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $44,298 to $65,625 across the same window, up 48.1% versus 2021. The population has contracted by 1.2% since 2021, moving from about 8,514 residents to roughly 8,412. Renters now make up 49.6% of households, compared with 57.8% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 36.1% of adults here, versus 26.7% in 2021.

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About renting in Barre, VT

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Barre is $1,421/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,020/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,350/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,030/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,680/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($65,625/yr), Barre ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Barre an affordable city for renters?

Barre is considered affordable for renters. At $1,421/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($65,625/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Barre falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Barre?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $57,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,421/mo in Barre. The local median household income is $65,625/yr, meaning the typical Barre household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Barre?

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

How does Barre rent compare to other cities in Vermont?

Barre is one of the more affordable cities in Vermont for rent, ranking #7 out of 8 tracked cities at $1,421/mo.

What percentage of Barre residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 49.6% of Barre households are renters, while 50.4% are owner-occupied. Barre leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Barre rent compare to the national average?

Barre's median rent of $1,421/mo is $541 (28%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Vermont, it ranks #7 out of 8 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,421/mo, rent takes ~26% of Barre's median household income ($65,625/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Barre 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.35–8.75%
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