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Brandywine

Pop. 12,160·5th most expensive in Maryland·Brandywine rents are up 32.9% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,958/mo
Year-over-Year
+32.9%
Month-over-Month
+5.0%
vs US Median
+$996
Rising (Monthly)
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Brandywine · $2,958
More expensive than 90% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
23% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,958/mo, rent takes about 23% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$118,000/yr
Local median income
$157,587/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Brandywine's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,250
1 BR
$2,300
2 BR
$2,590
3 BR
$3,240
4 BR+
$3,820
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,590/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,958 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$35,496/yr
At $2,958/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 32.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+32.9% YoY, +5.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Brandywine, MD is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 38.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
12,160
Median income
$157,587
Median age
44
Renters
4.1%
Age distribution
18.2%
20.3%
31%
16.8%
13.7%
Under 1818.2%
18–3420.3%
35–5431%
55–6416.8%
65+13.7%
Gender
43.5%
56.5%
Male43.5%
Female56.5%
Race & ethnicity
78.8%
White11.1%
Black78.8%
Hispanic5.1%
Asian1.6%
Other3.4%
Education (25+)
25.7%
32.6%
38.8%
No HS diploma2.9%
HS diploma25.7%
Some college32.6%
Bachelor's+38.8%
Housing tenure
95.9%
Owner95.9%
Renter4.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Brandywine, MD has changed in 5 years

Income
$141,076 → $157,587
up 11.7%
Population
9,852 → 12,160
up 23.4%
Renter share
4.9% → 4.1%
-0.8 pts
Bachelor's+
36.8% → 38.8%
+2.0 pts
Median age
41.8 → 44
+2.2 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Brandywine, MD now reports about $157,587, up from $141,076 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 9,852 to 12,160 between 2021 and 2024, a 23.4% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 36.8% to 38.8%.

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Brandywine rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Brandywine. Click any size for full breakdown.

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Brandywine is $2,958/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,250/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,590/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,300/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,240/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($157,587/yr), Brandywine ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 32.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Brandywine an affordable city for renters?

Brandywine is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,958/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($157,587/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Brandywine falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Brandywine?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $118,000/year (~$57/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,958/mo in Brandywine. The local median household income is $157,587/yr, meaning the typical Brandywine household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Brandywine?

Rent in Brandywine has increased 32.9% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Brandywine rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

Brandywine is one of the pricier cities in Maryland for rent, ranking #5 out of 94 tracked cities at $2,958/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Brandywine?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Brandywine ($2,958/mo): Temple Hills ($1,587/mo), Fort Washington ($1,695/mo), Waldorf ($2,322/mo).

What percentage of Brandywine residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 4.1% of Brandywine households are renters, while 95.9% are owner-occupied. Brandywine leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Brandywine rent compare to the national average?

Brandywine's median rent of $2,958/mo is $996 (51%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #5 out of 94 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,958/mo, rent takes ~23% of Brandywine's median household income ($157,587/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Brandywine 23%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
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