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What Is the Average Rent in Cecil County, Maryland?

$1,377/month 0.7%vs 2023 ($1,367)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Cecil County, Maryland is $1,377/month (±$49), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $343,400 (±$8,810), and the median household income is $92,007/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Cecil County, Maryland and Neighbouring Counties

Lancaster: $1,357Chester: $1,763Kent: $1,209Cecil County: $1,377Harford: $1,586$1,357$1,763$1,209$1,377$1,586

Housing Metrics for Cecil County, Maryland

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$1,377
Median Home Value$343,400
Median Household Income$92,007
Total Housing Units40,595
Renter-Occupied Units10,038
Renter-Occupied Share25%
Households Paying 50%+ Income2,323 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$736+0.0%
1 BR$952+0.0%
2 BR$1,326+0.0%
3 BR$1,542+0.0%
4 BR$1,660+0.0%
5+ BR$2,125+0.0%

How does Cecil County, Maryland compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Maryland.

Higher rent than 50% of counties in Maryland · 13th of 24

Cheapest: Somerset County($1,013)
Priciest: Howard County($2,099)
#CountyValue
1Howard County$2,099
2Anne Arundel County$2,071
3Montgomery County$2,068
… 9 more …
13Cecil County(you are here)$1,377
… 8 more …
22Somerset County$1,013
23Allegany County$805
24Garrett County$765

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Cecil County, Maryland?

The median gross rent in Cecil County, Maryland is $1,377/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 Cecil County, Maryland?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Cecil County, Maryland is $1,326/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$67. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in Cecil County, Maryland?

The median home value in Cecil County, Maryland is $343,400 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

What percentage of renters in Cecil County are rent-burdened?

In Cecil County, Maryland, 2,323 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 Cecil County, Maryland?

The median household income in Cecil County, Maryland is $92,007/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 $1,377 has a margin of error of ±$49. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau. Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, public domain.