Cost of Living in Fall River, MA
Population: 93,764 • 2026 Data
$53,933
Median Household Income
-30% vs national
$1,086
Median Monthly Rent
-19% vs national
$357,800
Median Home Value
+6% vs national
8.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Fall River
The median home value in Fall River, MA is $357,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,086, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,176.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.2%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Fall River, MA is $53,933. The unemployment rate stands at 8.0%, with a labor force of 46,859 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.