Latest available · Census ACS 5-Year (2024)
What Is the Average Rent in Ferndale city, Washington?
City · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in Ferndale city, Washington is $1,477/month (±$181), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $549,300 (±$33,715), and the median household income is $87,579/year. The unemployment rate in Whatcom County, Washington was 4.8% as of April 2026 (preliminary). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Housing Metrics for Ferndale city, Washington
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $1,477 |
| Median Home Value | $549,300 |
| Median Household Income | $87,579 |
| Total Housing Units | 5,844 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 1,893 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 32% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 478 households |
| Unemployment Rate(April 2026) | 4.8% |
How does Ferndale city, Washington compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all cities in Washington.
Higher rent than 49% of cities in Washington · 229th of 450
| # | City | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medina city | $3,501 |
| 1 | Clyde Hill city | $3,501 |
| 1 | Beaux Arts Village town | $3,501 |
| … 225 more … | ||
| 229 | Ferndale city(you are here) | $1,477 |
| … 218 more … | ||
| 448 | Keller CDP | $338 |
| 449 | Neah Bay CDP | $333 |
| 450 | Inchelium CDP | $298 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Ferndale city, Washington?
The median gross rent in Ferndale city, Washington is $1,477/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 Ferndale city, Washington?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Ferndale city, Washington is not available based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the median home value in Ferndale city, Washington?
The median home value in Ferndale city, Washington is $549,300 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in Ferndale city are rent-burdened?
In Ferndale city, Washington, 478 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 Ferndale city, Washington?
The median household income in Ferndale city, Washington is $87,579/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 $1,477 has a margin of error of ±$181. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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