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What Is the Average Rent in Arlington County, Virginia?

$2,322/month 2.1%vs 2023 ($2,275)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Arlington County, Virginia is $2,322/month (±$26), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $895,000 (±$16,854), and the median household income is $142,114/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Arlington County, Virginia and Neighbouring Counties

Arlington County: $2,322District of Columbia: $1,954Alexandria: $2,089Fairfax: $2,276$2,322$1,954$2,089$2,276

Housing Metrics for Arlington County, Virginia

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$2,322
Median Home Value$895,000
Median Household Income$142,114
Total Housing Units112,027
Renter-Occupied Units65,806
Renter-Occupied Share59%
Households Paying 50%+ Income12,530 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$1,912+0.0%
1 BR$2,184+0.0%
2 BR$2,666+0.0%
3 BR$3,358+0.0%
4 BR$3,501+0.0%
5+ BR$3,501+0.0%

How does Arlington County, Virginia compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Virginia.

Higher rent than 99% of counties in Virginia · 2nd of 133

Cheapest: Norton city($692)
Priciest: Loudoun County($2,386)
#CountyValue
1Loudoun County$2,386
2Arlington County(you are here)$2,322
3Fairfax County$2,276
… 127 more …
131Norton city$692
132Russell County$653
133Bland County$644

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Arlington County, Virginia?

The median gross rent in Arlington County, Virginia is $2,322/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 Arlington County, Virginia?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Arlington County, Virginia is $2,666/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$69. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in Arlington County, Virginia?

The median home value in Arlington County, Virginia is $895,000 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

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

In Arlington County, Virginia, 12,530 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 Arlington County, Virginia?

The median household income in Arlington County, Virginia is $142,114/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 $2,322 has a margin of error of ±$26. 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.