Bowling Green, KY Rent History

106 months of data, 20172026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-06)
$1,284
1-year change
+3.6%
$45/mo
5-year change
+25.4%
$260/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Bowling Green

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2017
2017$954/mo0.0%
2018$924/mo-3.1%-3.1%
2019$955/mo+3.4%+0.1%
2020$975/mo+2.1%+2.2%
2021$1,005/mo+3.1%+5.3%
2022$1,171/mo+16.5%+22.7%
2023$1,197/mo+2.2%+25.5%
2024$1,264/mo+5.6%+32.5%
2025$1,247/mo-1.3%+30.7%
2026$1,302/mo+4.4%+36.5%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Bowling Green changed since 2017?

Median rent in Bowling Green, KY was $954 in 2017-09 and is $1,284 as of 2026-06 — a change of $330 per month over 9 years.

How much has Bowling Green rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in Bowling Green, KY has changed +25.4% ($260 per month). The current median is $1,284.

Is rent in Bowling Green going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in Bowling Green, KY has increased +3.6% ($45/mo). Current median: $1,284.

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Methodology: Rent figures use ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index) monthly smoothed seasonally-adjusted values for all properties (single family + condo + multifamily). Year-by-year table uses April readings (or nearest available month) for consistency across years. 1-/5-/10-year change uses the same month 2026 as the anchor.