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ZIP 02125

Part of Boston, MA
Pop. 33,662·Suffolk County·29th most expensive ZIP in Massachusetts
Median rent (all units)
$3,381/mo
Year-over-Year
-0.4%
Month-over-Month
+0.6%
vs US Median
+$1,416
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ZIP 02125 · $3,381
More expensive than 94% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$2,040
1 BR
$2,160
2 BR
$2,560
3 BR
$3,080
4 BR+
$3,390
Research median
$2,560/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
$40,572/yr
At $3,381/mo median
Location
CityBoston
StateMA
CountySuffolk County
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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 (-0.4% YoY, +0.6% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 02125 (Boston, MA) is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, 43.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
33,662
Median income
$82,953
Median age
34.4
Renters
65.1%
Age distribution
17.5%
33.7%
25.3%
Under 1817.5%
18–3433.7%
35–5425.3%
55–6411.5%
65+12%
Gender
49.2%
50.8%
Male49.2%
Female50.8%
Race & ethnicity
32.7%
24.8%
19.3%
12.9%
White32.7%
Black24.8%
Hispanic19.3%
Asian12.9%
Other10.2%
Education (25+)
13.2%
23.3%
19.9%
43.7%
No HS diploma13.2%
HS diploma23.3%
Some college19.9%
Bachelor's+43.7%
Housing tenure
34.9%
65.1%
Owner34.9%
Renter65.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 02125 in Boston, MA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,651 → $3,381
up 27.5%
Income
$60,612 → $82,953
up 36.9%
Population
32,614 → 33,662
up 3.2%
Renter share
64.5% → 65.1%
+0.6 pts
Bachelor's+
39.8% → 43.7%
+3.9 pts
Median age
33.8 → 34.4
+0.6 yrs

The median rent in ZIP 02125 in Boston, MA stood at $2,651 in 2021 and currently runs about $3,381, reflecting a 27.5% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $60,612 to $82,953 across the same window, up 36.9% versus 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 3.2% since 2021, moving from about 32,614 residents to roughly 33,662. College-educated residents now make up 43.7% of adults here, versus 39.8% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in ZIP 02125 in Boston, MA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 02125 covers Boston, MA. The median rent here is $3,381/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $2,160/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,560/mo.

At 49% of local median household income ($82,953/yr), ZIP 02125 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.4% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 02125?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 02125 (Boston, MA) is $3,381. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 02125 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 02125's median rent of $3,381/mo is $1,416 (72%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 02125 compare to other ZIPs in Massachusetts?

ZIP 02125 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Massachusetts, ranking #29 out of 168 ZIPs tracked at $3,381/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 02125?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $135,000/year (~$65/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,381/mo in ZIP 02125. The local median household income is $82,953/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 02125?

Rent in ZIP 02125 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.4% change year over year as of July 20, 2026.

Is ZIP 02125 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 02125 is considered stretched for renters. At $3,381/mo, rent takes approximately 49% of the local median household income ($82,953/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 02125 significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

What percentage of ZIP 02125 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 65.1% of ZIP 02125 households are renters, while 34.9% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 02125 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 02125 compare to the rest of Boston?

ZIP 02125 is more affordable than Boston overall. At $3,381/mo, it's $88 below the Boston citywide median of $3,469/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 02125 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 02125 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
49%
STRETCHED

At $3,381/mo, rent takes ~49% of ZIP 02125's median household income ($82,953/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 02125 49%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5%
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