How much does it cost to rent in Carney, MD?

As of May 2026, the median monthly rent in Carney, MD is $1,508. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Carney cheaper than other Maryland cities?

Carney is among the more affordable cities in Maryland, ranking #90 out of 96 cities at $1,508/mo.

When was Carney rent data last updated?

Carney rent data reflects May 2026 and was last refreshed on May 30, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · MD

Carney

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Pop. 28,343·90th most expensive in Maryland·Carney rents are up 8.5% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,508/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.5%

Month-over-Month

+0.2%

vs US Median

-$422

Stable (Monthly)

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Carney · $1,508

More affordable than 75% of US cities · National median $1,930/mo

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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,456

1 BR

$1,450

2 BR

$1,941

3 BR

$1,900

4 BR+

$1,907

Research median

$1,941/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: May 30, 2026

Annual cost

$18,096/yr

At $1,508/mo median

Market timing

Rents stable

Prices holding steady month-over-month.

Rent Reality Score

35/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 7% above what Carney's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$1,508/mo

Expected by trend

$1,403/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Carney's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Demographics

Who lives here

Carney, MD is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 40.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

28,343

Median income

$83,620

Median age

39.8

Renters

40%

Age distribution

20.7%

21.5%

23.3%

23.9%

Under 1820.7%

18–3421.5%

35–5423.3%

55–6410.6%

65+23.9%

Gender

49.2%

50.8%

Male49.2%

Female50.8%

Race & ethnicity

63.3%

22.8%

White63.3%

Black22.8%

Hispanic4.3%

Asian7.2%

Other2.5%

Education (25+)

23.4%

26.8%

40.3%

No HS diploma9.5%

HS diploma23.4%

Some college26.8%

Bachelor's+40.3%

Housing tenure

60%

40%

Owner60%

Renter40%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Carney, MD has changed in 5 years

Income

$70,403 → $83,620

up 18.8%

Population

29,873 → 28,343

down 5.1%

Renter share

40.9% → 40%

-0.9 pts

Bachelor's+

39.4% → 40.3%

+0.9 pts

Household income in the area moved from $70,403 to $83,620 across the same window, up 18.8% versus 2021. The population has contracted by 5.1% since 2021, moving from about 29,873 residents to roughly 28,343.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Carney on your salary?

At $1,508/mo, how Carney rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $102,038/yr · Rent = 17.7% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $72,446/yr · Rent = 25% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $83,452/yr · Rent = 21.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $149,159/yr · Rent = 12.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $190,588/yr · Rent = 9.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $67,835/yr · Rent = 26.7% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $61,247/yr · Rent = 29.5% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $75,492/yr · Rent = 24% income

affordable

By apartment size

Carney rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Carney

About renting in Carney, MD

Last updated: May 30, 2026

The median rent in Carney is $1,508/mo as of May 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,456/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,941/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,450/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,900/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($83,620/yr), Carney ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Carney an affordable city for renters?

Carney is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,508/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($83,620/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Carney falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Carney?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $60,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,508/mo in Carney. The local median household income is $83,620/yr, meaning the typical Carney household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Carney?

Rent in Carney has increased 8.5% over the past year as of May 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Carney rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

Carney is one of the more affordable cities in Maryland for rent, ranking #90 out of 96 tracked cities at $1,508/mo.

What percentage of Carney residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 40% of Carney households are renters, while 60% are owner-occupied. Carney leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Carney rent compare to the national average?

Carney's median rent of $1,508/mo is $422 (22%) below the US national median of $1,930/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #90 out of 96 tracked cities.

Affordability

22%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,508/mo, rent takes ~22% of Carney's median household income ($83,620/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Carney 22%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5.75%

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