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What Is the Average Rent in Washington city, District of Columbia?
City · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in Washington city, District of Columbia is $1,954/month (±$26), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $737,100 (±$10,625), and the median household income is $109,870/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Housing Metrics for Washington city, District of Columbia
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $1,954 |
| Median Home Value | $737,100 |
| Median Household Income | $109,870 |
| Total Housing Units | 324,491 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 189,808 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 58% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 42,629 households |
How does Washington city, District of Columbia compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all cities in District of Columbia.
Higher rent than 100% of cities in District of Columbia · 1st of 1
| # | City | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington city(you are here) | $1,954 |
| 1 | Washington city(you are here) | $1,954 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Washington city, District of Columbia?
The median gross rent in Washington city, District of Columbia is $1,954/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in Washington city, District of Columbia?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Washington city, District of Columbia is not available based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the median home value in Washington city, District of Columbia?
The median home value in Washington city, District of Columbia is $737,100 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in Washington city are rent-burdened?
In Washington city, District of Columbia, 42,629 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.
What is the median household income in Washington city, District of Columbia?
The median household income in Washington city, District of Columbia is $109,870/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?
The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $1,954 has a margin of error of ±$26. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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