Cost of Living in Malden, MA
Population: 65,509 • 2026 Data
$95,298
Median Household Income
+23% vs national
$2,066
Median Monthly Rent
+53% vs national
$607,500
Median Home Value
+79% vs national
5.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Malden
The median home value in Malden, MA is $607,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,066, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,082.
Rent-to-income ratio: 26.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Malden, MA is $95,298. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6%, with a labor force of 39,404 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.