Latest available · Census ACS 5-Year (2024)
What Is the Average Rent in Baltimore city, Maryland?
City · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in Baltimore city, Maryland is $1,331/month (±$15), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $229,600 (±$3,425), and the median household income is $62,177/year. The unemployment rate in Baltimore city, Maryland was 5.5% as of April 2026 (preliminary). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Housing Metrics for Baltimore city, Maryland
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $1,331 |
| Median Home Value | $229,600 |
| Median Household Income | $62,177 |
| Total Housing Units | 255,668 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 134,197 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 52% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 35,276 households |
| Unemployment Rate(April 2026) | 5.5% |
Median Rent by Bedroom Count
| Bedroom | Median Rent | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,141 | +0.0% |
| 1 BR | $1,103 | +0.0% |
| 2 BR | $1,406 | +0.0% |
| 3 BR | $1,577 | +0.0% |
| 4 BR | $1,626 | +0.0% |
| 5+ BR | $1,448 | +0.0% |
How does Baltimore city, Maryland compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all cities in Maryland.
Higher rent than 27% of cities in Maryland · 264th of 360
| # | City | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Travilah CDP | $3,501 |
| 1 | Woodmore CDP | $3,501 |
| 1 | Chevy Chase town | $3,501 |
| … 260 more … | ||
| 264 | Baltimore city(you are here) | $1,331 |
| … 93 more … | ||
| 358 | Sudlersville town | $594 |
| 359 | Franklin CDP | $507 |
| 360 | Friendsville town | $438 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Baltimore city, Maryland?
The median gross rent in Baltimore city, Maryland is $1,331/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 Baltimore city, Maryland?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Baltimore city, Maryland is $1,406/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$22. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the median home value in Baltimore city, Maryland?
The median home value in Baltimore city, Maryland is $229,600 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in Baltimore city are rent-burdened?
In Baltimore city, Maryland, 35,276 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 Baltimore city, Maryland?
The median household income in Baltimore city, Maryland is $62,177/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 $1,331 has a margin of error of ±$15. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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