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FHA, VA, Conventional & Jumbo · Purchase & Refi rates in Boston.
True all-in cost — P&I, taxes, insurance & utilities for homes in Boston.
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Homeowners, flood, and specialty coverage estimates
Flood, earthquake, and wildfire risk data
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Seismic risk and earthquake insurance estimates for Boston.
Wildfire exposure and insurance estimates for Boston.
Cost of living, demographics, and community profile
Mortgage rates for Boston are updated daily on Safe Rate using live investor pricing. Rates depend on your credit score, loan type (Conventional, FHA, VA, Jumbo), and down payment. A 30-year fixed rate is the most common product for home purchases.
View current rates for BostonThe median home value in Boston is $814k. The median monthly rent is $2,184. Annual property taxes average $5k. Home values are based on U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Home values in Boston have increased 8.7% over the past two years. This represents moderate growth. This data is sourced from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index.
Based on a typical all-in ownership cost of $2,284/month (mortgage, taxes, insurance), you'd generally need a household income of approximately $98k/year to keep housing costs at or below 28% of gross income — a common lender guideline. The median household income in Boston is $105k/year.
Calculate your buying powerThe largest employment sectors in Boston are public administration (29%) and healthcare (16%) of the local workforce. Industry data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey.