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What Is the Average Rent in Thurston County, Washington?

$1,736/month 6.2%vs 2023 ($1,634)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Thurston County, Washington is $1,736/month (±$30), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $480,300 (±$4,565), and the median household income is $96,563/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Thurston County, Washington and Neighbouring Counties

Lewis: $1,097Grays Harbor: $1,062Mason: $1,285Thurston County: $1,736$1,097$1,062$1,285$1,736

Housing Metrics for Thurston County, Washington

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$1,736
Median Home Value$480,300
Median Household Income$96,563
Total Housing Units118,899
Renter-Occupied Units38,412
Renter-Occupied Share32%
Households Paying 50%+ Income9,814 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$1,416+107.6%
1 BR$1,471+138.8%
2 BR$1,714+168.7%
3 BR$2,036+171.8%
4 BR$2,500+194.1%
5+ BR$1,938n/a

How does Thurston County, Washington compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Washington.

Higher rent than 87% of counties in Washington · 6th of 39

Cheapest: Wahkiakum County($853)
Priciest: King County($2,092)
#CountyValue
1King County$2,092
2Snohomish County$1,949
3Kitsap County$1,822
… 2 more …
6Thurston County(you are here)$1,736
… 30 more …
37Wahkiakum County$853
38Garfield County$791
39Ferry County$663

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Thurston County, Washington?

The median gross rent in Thurston County, Washington is $1,736/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 Thurston County, Washington?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Thurston County, Washington is $1,714/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$32. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

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

The median home value in Thurston County, Washington is $480,300 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

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

In Thurston County, Washington, 9,814 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 Thurston County, Washington?

The median household income in Thurston County, Washington is $96,563/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 $1,736 has a margin of error of ±$30. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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