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What Is the Average Rent in Worcester County, Maryland?

$1,159/month 1.8%vs 2023 ($1,180)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Worcester County, Maryland is $1,159/month (±$85), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $374,700 (±$9,482), and the median household income is $81,745/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Worcester County, Maryland and Neighbouring Counties

Wicomico: $1,327Worcester County: $1,159Sussex: $1,238$1,327$1,159$1,238

Housing Metrics for Worcester County, Maryland

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$1,159
Median Home Value$374,700
Median Household Income$81,745
Total Housing Units24,136
Renter-Occupied Units5,319
Renter-Occupied Share22%
Households Paying 50%+ Income1,493 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
1 BR$835+0.0%
2 BR$991+0.0%
3 BR$1,624+0.0%
4 BR$1,225+0.0%

How does Worcester County, Maryland compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Maryland.

Higher rent than 29% of counties in Maryland · 18th 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
… 14 more …
18Worcester County(you are here)$1,159
… 3 more …
22Somerset County$1,013
23Allegany County$805
24Garrett County$765

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Worcester County, Maryland?

The median gross rent in Worcester County, Maryland is $1,159/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 Worcester County, Maryland?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Worcester County, Maryland is $991/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$94. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

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

The median home value in Worcester County, Maryland is $374,700 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

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

In Worcester County, Maryland, 1,493 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 Worcester County, Maryland?

The median household income in Worcester County, Maryland is $81,745/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 $1,159 has a margin of error of ±$85. 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.