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What Is the Average Rent in Cowlitz County, Washington?

$1,206/month 3.2%vs 2023 ($1,169)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Cowlitz County, Washington is $1,206/month (±$39), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $397,500 (±$10,389), and the median household income is $76,531/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Cowlitz County, Washington and Neighbouring Counties

Columbia: $1,373Clark: $1,748Cowlitz County: $1,206Wahkiakum: $853Lewis: $1,097Skamania: $1,068$1,373$1,748$1,206$853$1,097$1,068

Housing Metrics for Cowlitz County, Washington

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$1,206
Median Home Value$397,500
Median Household Income$76,531
Total Housing Units43,943
Renter-Occupied Units14,067
Renter-Occupied Share32%
Households Paying 50%+ Income3,319 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$869+0.0%
1 BR$915+0.0%
2 BR$1,163+0.0%
3 BR$1,684+0.0%
4 BR$2,023+0.0%
5+ BR$1,826+0.0%

How does Cowlitz County, Washington compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Washington.

Higher rent than 54% of counties in Washington · 19th of 39

Cheapest: Wahkiakum County($853)
Priciest: King County($2,092)
#CountyValue
1King County$2,092
2Snohomish County$1,949
3Kitsap County$1,822
… 15 more …
19Cowlitz County(you are here)$1,206
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37Wahkiakum County$853
38Garfield County$791
39Ferry County$663

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Cowlitz County, Washington?

The median gross rent in Cowlitz County, Washington is $1,206/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 Cowlitz County, Washington?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Cowlitz County, Washington is $1,163/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$38. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in Cowlitz County, Washington?

The median home value in Cowlitz County, Washington is $397,500 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

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

In Cowlitz County, Washington, 3,319 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 Cowlitz County, Washington?

The median household income in Cowlitz County, Washington is $76,531/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 $1,206 has a margin of error of ±$39. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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