Median Age
36 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
14%
Lowell, MA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,985
Population
109,958
Renter Mix
59% Rent
From historic sites to outdoor adventures, Lowell is a college town with a twist.
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Riverfront
Located at the meeting point of the Merrimack and Concord Rivers, Lowell combines industrial heritage with contemporary living. The city's historic mill buildings, now renovated into lofts and creative spaces, create distinctive housing options throughout downtown. Current rental trends show average prices ranging from $1,699 for studios to $2,262 for two-bedroom apartments, with moderate year-over-year increases between 2.9% and 5.4%. From the Acre neighborhood to Belvidere, each area offers its own character and housing styles.
Lowell's identity as a cornerstone of America's Industrial Revolution remains evident throughout the city. The Lowell National Historical Park features walkable canal paths that wind through downtown, while Western Avenue Studios houses working artists in one of the country's largest studio complexes. Cultural attractions include performances at the Merrimack Repertory Theatre and events at the Tsongas Center. The University of Massachusetts Lowell campus brings 19,000 students to the area. Visitors can explore the city's manufacturing history at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum, while the annual Southeast Asian Water Festival reflects the presence of Lowell's Cambodian-American community.
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Joseph G. Pyne Arts School is a public school located in Lowell, MA and serves grades K-8.
Tasty Dumplings is a crowd favorite, serving up Asian fare for residents in Lowell, MA.
The UMass Lowell campus is within walking distance of The Highlands neighborhood in Lowell, MA.
Lowell is made up or many historic canals and waterways in it's downtown area.
Coffee and Cotton serves fresh brewed drinks and bakery goods in the Mill No. 5 shopping area.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$67,671
Average: $87,553
Education
25,484
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
57,257
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Lowell has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
59%
Non-Renters
41%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
18%
Other Education
82%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Lowell, MA is $1,761 for a studio, $1,975 for one bedroom, $2,229 for two bedrooms, and $1,949 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lowell has increased by 2.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,975/month
687 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,527/month
1,453 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,619/month
1,393 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Lowell, MA is for everyday living.
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-8
686 Students
Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School
Public
Grades K-8
608 Students
Dr. Gertrude Bailey Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
472 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
462 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
236 Students
Public
Grades K-8
686 Students
Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School
Public
Grades K-8
608 Students
Lowell Community Charter Public School
Public
Grades PK-8
815 Students
Bartlett Community Partnership
Public
Grades PK-8
488 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
471 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
3,374 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
3,374 Students
Collegiate Charter School of Lowell
Public
Grades K-12
1,205 Students
Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School
Public
Grades 9-12
124 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Lowell National Historical Park
- Lowell Heritage State Park
- Lowell-Dracut-Tyngsboro State Forest
- Great Brook Farm State Park
- The Butterfly Place
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Manchester Boston Regional
- General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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† 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 June 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.