How much does it cost to rent in Capitol Heights, MD?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Capitol Heights, MD is $2,086. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Capitol Heights cheaper than other Maryland cities?

Capitol Heights falls in the middle range for Maryland, ranking #45 out of 95 cities at $2,086/mo.

When was Capitol Heights rent data last updated?

Capitol Heights rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Capitol Heights

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Pop. 4,020·45th most expensive in Maryland·Rental market data updated monthly for Capitol Heights, MD

Median rent (all units)

$2,086/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.9%

Month-over-Month

-3.4%

vs US Median

+$121

Falling (Monthly)

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Capitol Heights · $2,086

More expensive than 63% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

26% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,086/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$83,000/yr

Local median income

$97,155/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Capitol Heights's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,610

1 BR

$1,640

2 BR

$1,850

3 BR

$2,310

4 BR+

$2,730

Research median

$1,850/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$25,032/yr

At $2,086/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (up only 2.9% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.9% YoY, -3.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Capitol Heights, MD is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

4,020

Median income

$97,155

Median age

31.5

Renters

22.7%

Age distribution

27.6%

24.7%

24.4%

13.3%

Under 1827.6%

18–3424.7%

35–5424.4%

55–6410%

65+13.3%

Gender

53.8%

46.2%

Male53.8%

Female46.2%

Race & ethnicity

77.5%

28%

White5.2%

Black77.5%

Hispanic28%

Education (25+)

21.9%

34.7%

23%

20.5%

No HS diploma21.9%

HS diploma34.7%

Some college23%

Bachelor's+20.5%

Housing tenure

77.3%

22.7%

Owner77.3%

Renter22.7%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Capitol Heights, MD has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,002 → $2,086

up 4.2%

Income

$85,104 → $97,155

up 14.2%

Population

4,083 → 4,020

down 1.5%

Renter share

28.6% → 22.7%

-5.9 pts

Bachelor's+

17.8% → 20.5%

+2.7 pts

Median age

40.6 → 31.5

-9.1 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Capitol Heights, MD has shifted from $2,002 to $2,086, up 4.2% since 2023. Household income in the area moved from $85,104 to $97,155 across the same window, up 14.2% versus 2021. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Capitol Heights, MD losing about 63 residents over the five-year window, down 1.5% on net. The renter share has eased from 28.6% to 22.7%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 17.8% to 20.5% across the same window. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Capitol Heights, MD look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Capitol Heights on your salary?

At $2,086/mo, how Capitol Heights rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $102,038/yr · Rent = 24.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $72,446/yr · Rent = 34.6% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $83,452/yr · Rent = 30% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $149,159/yr · Rent = 16.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $190,588/yr · Rent = 13.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $67,835/yr · Rent = 36.9% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $61,247/yr · Rent = 40.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $75,492/yr · Rent = 33.2% income

stretched

By apartment size

Capitol Heights rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Capitol Heights, MD

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Capitol Heights is $2,086/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,610/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,850/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,640/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,310/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($97,155/yr), Capitol Heights ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Capitol Heights an affordable city for renters?

Capitol Heights is considered affordable for renters. At $2,086/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($97,155/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Capitol Heights falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Capitol Heights?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $83,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,086/mo in Capitol Heights. The local median household income is $97,155/yr, meaning the typical Capitol Heights household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Capitol Heights?

Rent in Capitol Heights has increased 2.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Capitol Heights rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

Capitol Heights is middle-of-the-pack for Maryland for rent, ranking #45 out of 95 tracked cities at $2,086/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Capitol Heights?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Capitol Heights ($2,086/mo): Bladensburg ($1,482/mo), District Heights ($1,563/mo), Coral Hills ($1,629/mo).

What percentage of Capitol Heights residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 22.7% of Capitol Heights households are renters, while 77.3% are owner-occupied. Capitol Heights leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Capitol Heights rent compare to the national average?

Capitol Heights's median rent of $2,086/mo is $121 (6%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #45 out of 95 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

26%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,086/mo, rent takes ~26% of Capitol Heights's median household income ($97,155/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Capitol Heights 26%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5.75%

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