Median Age
34 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 27% of Residents
Under 20
19%
Over 65
11%
Somerville
Somerville, MA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$3,271
Population
73,538
Renter Mix
70% Rent
Welcome to Somerville, a 21st-century success story
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Nestled in the heart of Greater Boston, Somerville combines historic architecture with contemporary city living. The community features diverse housing options, from traditional triple-deckers to modern apartments, with current rental rates of $3,277 for one-bedroom units and $3,993 for two-bedroom homes. The rental market has seen moderate growth, with one-bedroom rates increasing by 3.9% over the past year.
Somerville's character shines through its distinct squares and neighborhoods. Davis Square pulses with activity around the landmark Somerville Theatre, while Union Square draws visitors to its farmers market and international restaurants. The Somerville Community Path offers residents a tree-lined route for recreation and commuting. The presence of Tufts University adds to the area's educational atmosphere. History enthusiasts appreciate Prospect Hill, where one of the first American flags was raised during the Revolutionary War on January 1, 1776, marking a significant moment in the nation's founding.
Explore the City
There's so much to explore in Somerville it makes it hard to get bored while living here.
Bow Market is a unique place to visit in Somerville for various reasons.
Somerville is known for many historic events that you'll cherish now and then.
Assembly Square is a walkable neighborhood with easy access to shops and eateries.
The Kelley-Morse Playground has a paved area where you can practice skate tricks in Somerville.
Art Beat Festival extends down Davis Square through Elm St with unique artwork.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$112,378
Average: $138,595
Education
39,553
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
47,701
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Somerville has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
70%
Non-Renters
30%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
49%
Other Education
51%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Somerville, MA is $2,771 for a studio, $3,310 for one bedroom, $4,033 for two bedrooms, and $4,177 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Somerville has increased by 1.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$3,310/month
672 Sq Ft
House
$6,142/month
2,514 Sq Ft
Condo
$4,102/month
3,770 Sq Ft
Townhome
$5,028/month
2,583 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Somerville, MA is for everyday living.
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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Schools
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-8
474 Students
Public
Grades K-5
230 Students
Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park
Public
Grades PK-8
548 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
461 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
381 Students
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-8
474 Students
Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park
Public
Grades PK-8
548 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
Public
Grades PK-8
461 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
381 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,367 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Harvard Museum of Natural History
- Mineralogical and Geological Museum
- Mystic River Reservation
- Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
- Longfellow National Historic Site
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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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.