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Chillum

Pop. 34,871·76th most expensive in Maryland·Rental market data updated monthly for Chillum, MD
Median rent (all units)
$1,644/mo
Year-over-Year
-4.5%
Month-over-Month
-3.7%
vs US Median
-$321
Falling (Monthly)
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Chillum · $1,644
More affordable than 66% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
68/100
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Rents are 9% below what Chillum's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,644/mo
Expected by trend
$1,805/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,410
1 BR
$1,419
2 BR
$1,821
3 BR
$2,075
4 BR+
$2,892
Research median
$1,821/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
$19,728/yr
At $1,644/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 4.5% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-4.5% YoY, -3.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Chillum, MD is majority renter-occupied, 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
34,871
Median income
$79,864
Median age
35.9
Renters
60.3%
Age distribution
22.4%
25.5%
26.9%
12.7%
12.5%
Under 1822.4%
18–3425.5%
35–5426.9%
55–6412.7%
65+12.5%
Gender
50.5%
49.5%
Male50.5%
Female49.5%
Race & ethnicity
40.6%
50.2%
White6.2%
Black40.6%
Hispanic50.2%
Asian2.1%
Other0.9%
Education (25+)
27.9%
29.7%
19.8%
22.6%
No HS diploma27.9%
HS diploma29.7%
Some college19.8%
Bachelor's+22.6%
Housing tenure
39.7%
60.3%
Owner39.7%
Renter60.3%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Chillum, MD has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,526 → $1,644
up 7.7%
Income
$65,462 → $79,864
up 22.0%
Population
36,428 → 34,871
down 4.3%
Renter share
58.8% → 60.3%
+1.5 pts
Bachelor's+
22.2% → 22.6%
+0.4 pts
Median age
34.7 → 35.9
+1.2 yrs

Rent in Chillum, MD has increased 7.7% since 2022, going from about $1,526 per month to roughly $1,644 today. On the earnings side, the typical household in Chillum, MD now reports about $79,864, up from $65,462 in 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 14.3 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 36,428 to 34,871 between 2021 and 2024, a 4.3% change. About 60.3% of households rent today, against 58.8% in 2021. For context, the 2022 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Chillum, MD reflects that arc in its own way.

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Chillum rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Chillum, MD

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Chillum is $1,644/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,410/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,821/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,419/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,075/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($79,864/yr), Chillum ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 4.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Chillum an affordable city for renters?

Chillum is considered affordable for renters. At $1,644/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($79,864/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Chillum falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Chillum?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $66,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,644/mo in Chillum. The local median household income is $79,864/yr, meaning the typical Chillum household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Chillum?

Rent in Chillum has decreased 4.5% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Chillum rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

Chillum is one of the more affordable cities in Maryland for rent, ranking #76 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,644/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Chillum?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Chillum ($1,644/mo): Bladensburg ($1,482/mo), Takoma Park ($1,623/mo).

What percentage of Chillum residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 60.3% of Chillum households are renters, while 39.7% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Chillum has a strong rental market.

How does Chillum rent compare to the national average?

Chillum's median rent of $1,644/mo is $321 (16%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #76 out of 95 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
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At $1,644/mo, rent takes ~25% of Chillum's median household income ($79,864/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax2–5.75%
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