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Brentwood

Pop. 3,777·19th most expensive in Maryland·Rental market data updated monthly for Brentwood, MD
Median rent (all units)
$2,454/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-5.0%
vs US Median
+$492
Falling (Monthly)
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Brentwood · $2,454
More expensive than 78% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
42% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,454/mo, rent takes about 42% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$98,000/yr
Local median income
$69,572/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Brentwood's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,017
1 BR
$1,373
2 BR
$1,831
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,831/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,454 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 →

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$29,448/yr
At $2,454/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -5.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Brentwood, MD is majority renter-occupied, 23% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
3,777
Median income
$69,572
Median age
36.6
Renters
59.4%
Age distribution
21.4%
25.1%
33.2%
Under 1821.4%
18–3425.1%
35–5433.2%
55–6410.5%
65+9.8%
Gender
50.7%
49.3%
Male50.7%
Female49.3%
Race & ethnicity
34.2%
55.1%
White8.4%
Black34.2%
Hispanic55.1%
Asian1.7%
Other0.6%
Education (25+)
38.3%
20.8%
17.9%
23%
No HS diploma38.3%
HS diploma20.8%
Some college17.9%
Bachelor's+23%
Housing tenure
40.6%
59.4%
Owner40.6%
Renter59.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Brentwood, MD has changed in 5 years

Income
$71,645 → $69,572
down 2.9%
Population
3,775 → 3,777
up 0.1%
Renter share
58.2% → 59.4%
+1.2 pts
Bachelor's+
24.5% → 23%
-1.5 pts
Median age
33.8 → 36.6
+2.8 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $69,572 today, compared with $71,645 five years earlier.

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Brentwood rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Brentwood, MD

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Brentwood is $2,454/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,017/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,831/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,373/mo.

At 42% of local median household income ($69,572/yr), Brentwood ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Brentwood an affordable city for renters?

Brentwood is considered stretched for renters. At $2,454/mo, rent takes approximately 42% of the local median household income ($69,572/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Brentwood significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Brentwood?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $98,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,454/mo in Brentwood. The local median household income is $69,572/yr, meaning the typical Brentwood household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Brentwood?

Rent in Brentwood has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Brentwood rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

Brentwood is one of the pricier cities in Maryland for rent, ranking #19 out of 95 tracked cities at $2,454/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Brentwood?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Brentwood ($2,454/mo): Bladensburg ($1,492/mo), Chillum ($1,657/mo), East Riverdale ($1,690/mo).

What percentage of Brentwood residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 59.4% of Brentwood households are renters, while 40.6% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Brentwood has a strong rental market.

How does Brentwood rent compare to the national average?

Brentwood's median rent of $2,454/mo is $492 (25%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #19 out of 95 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
42%
STRETCHED

At $2,454/mo, rent takes ~42% of Brentwood's median household income ($69,572/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Brentwood 42%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
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