Latest available · Census ACS 5-Year (2024)
What Is the Average Rent in Tacoma city, Washington?
City · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in Tacoma city, Washington is $1,676/month (±$28), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $479,600 (±$5,144), and the median household income is $85,884/year. The unemployment rate in Pierce County, Washington was 5.4% as of April 2026 (preliminary). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Housing Metrics for Tacoma city, Washington
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $1,676 |
| Median Home Value | $479,600 |
| Median Household Income | $85,884 |
| Total Housing Units | 93,033 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 41,140 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 44% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 10,225 households |
| Unemployment Rate(April 2026) | 5.4% |
How does Tacoma city, Washington compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all cities in Washington.
Higher rent than 58% of cities in Washington · 190th of 450
| # | City | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medina city | $3,501 |
| 1 | Clyde Hill city | $3,501 |
| 1 | Beaux Arts Village town | $3,501 |
| … 186 more … | ||
| 190 | Tacoma city(you are here) | $1,676 |
| … 257 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 Tacoma city, Washington?
The median gross rent in Tacoma city, Washington is $1,676/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 Tacoma city, Washington?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Tacoma 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 Tacoma city, Washington?
The median home value in Tacoma city, Washington is $479,600 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in Tacoma city are rent-burdened?
In Tacoma city, Washington, 10,225 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 Tacoma city, Washington?
The median household income in Tacoma city, Washington is $85,884/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 $1,676 has a margin of error of ±$28. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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