Median Age
44 Years
Largest Age Group
50-59 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
19%
Acton
Acton, MA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,291
Population
25,367
Renter Mix
26% Rent
A quiet, family-friendly community just minutes outside of Boston.
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Tucked along Route 2 in Middlesex County, Acton is a New England town where tree-lined trails, open fields, and an unhurried pace make everyday life feel intentional. NARA Park anchors the community, drawing residents for summer swimming and winter sledding. Historic Concord sits next door, adding cultural richness that's easy to explore on weekends. The MBTA commuter rail connects south Acton directly to Boston in about 45 minutes, making it a practical base for those wanting quieter surroundings with city access.
The rental landscape features spacious townhomes and garden-style apartments nestled in wooded settings, offering privacy that's hard to find closer to Boston. Options range from studios to multi-bedroom layouts. Acton-Boxborough Regional High School consistently ranks among Massachusetts' top public schools, reflecting the town's investment in education. Incorporated in 1735, Acton carries centuries of history within its 21 square miles. Money Magazine has recognized it multiple times as one of the best small towns to live in nationwide.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$145,613
Average: $170,680
Education
14,015
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
14,166
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Acton has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
26%
Non-Renters
74%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
53%
Other Education
47%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Acton, MA is $1,821 for a studio, $2,241 for one bedroom, $2,845 for two bedrooms, and $3,929 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Acton has decreased by -2.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,241/month
701 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,862/month
632 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Acton, MA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
399 Students
Paul P Gates Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
397 Students
C.T. Douglas Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
429 Students
Public
Grades K-5
420 Students
Public
Grades K-5
360 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
820 Students
Acton-Boxborough Regional High
Public
Grades 9-12
1,611 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- The Discovery Museums
- Nashoba Valley Ski Area
- Walden Pond State Reservation
- Mass Audubon's Nashoba Brook Wildlife Sanctuary
- Honey Pot Hill Orchards
Commuter Rail
Airports
- General Edward Lawrence Logan International
- Worcester Regional
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.