salaryRent is higher than in 88% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 5.4 years of household income. Commutes are long, about 30.4 minutes each way.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $104,040 a year. That is $50 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Massachusetts cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Massachusetts. It is number 86 of 123 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Framingham?
Share of households by yearly income. 43.3% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Framingham
| Size | Framingham | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,806 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,835 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,394 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,579 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,500+ | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Framingham overall?
Everyday prices in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area are 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.3, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Framingham
Life in Framingham
What jobs pay in Framingham
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $183,350 | 17.0% |
| Software Developer | $166,090 | 18.8% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $147,480 | 21.2% |
| Physician Assistant | $142,410 | 21.9% |
| Pharmacist | $139,660 | 22.3% |
| Operations Manager | $133,800 | 23.3% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $129,180 | 24.2% |
| Civil Engineer | $107,670 | 29.0% |
| Registered Nurse | $106,180 | 29.4% |
| Market Research Analyst | $102,390 | 30.5% |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,990 | 30.6% |
| Accountant | $100,150 | 31.2% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $98,060 | 31.8% |
| Plumber | $96,760 | 32.3% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $82,190 | 38.0% |
| Electrician | $79,910 | 39.1% |
| HVAC Technician | $78,530 | 39.7% |
| Police Officer | $78,180 | 39.9% |
| Carpenter | $75,210 | 41.5% |
| Firefighter | $73,990 | 42.2% |
| Truck Driver | $64,010 | 48.8% |
| Medical Assistant | $50,740 | 61.5% |
| Customer Service Representative | $49,920 | 62.5% |
| Nursing Assistant | $47,590 | 65.6% |
| Restaurant Cook | $45,830 | 68.1% |
| Warehouse Worker | $45,600 | 68.4% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $39,270 | 79.5% |
| Retail Salesperson | $36,850 | 84.7% |
| Cashier | $36,040 | 86.6% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Framingham?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $1,752 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $627,300 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $62,730 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Framingham, MA?
Renting in Framingham costs a median of about $2,601 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Massachusetts median is $2,331.
How much do I need to make to live in Framingham?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $104,040 a year, or $50 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Framingham cheap or expensive?
Framingham is rated OK: rent takes 26.9% of the typical household income of $115,851. It ranks 86th cheapest of 123 Massachusetts cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Framingham?
The median homeowner in Framingham pays $6,884 a year in property taxes, about 1.10% of the median home value.
Is Framingham more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 8% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Framingham?
The median home value in Framingham is $627,300, about 5.4 times the typical yearly household income.
72,399 people live in Framingham. Numbers are typical (middle) values.