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Clinton

Pop. 38,376·4th most expensive in Maryland·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$3,042/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-6.2%
vs US Median
+$1,077
Falling (Monthly)
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Clinton · $3,042
More expensive than 91% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
29% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,042/mo, rent takes about 29% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$122,000/yr
Local median income
$124,803/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Clinton's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,270
1 BR
$2,320
2 BR
$2,610
3 BR
$3,260
4 BR+
$3,850
Research median
$2,610/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$36,504/yr
At $3,042/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
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Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -6.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Clinton, MD is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 33.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
38,376
Median income
$124,803
Median age
46.8
Renters
10.5%
Age distribution
16.2%
18.7%
28.3%
17.4%
19.5%
Under 1816.2%
18–3418.7%
35–5428.3%
55–6417.4%
65+19.5%
Gender
49%
51%
Male49%
Female51%
Race & ethnicity
76%
White7.8%
Black76%
Hispanic11.8%
Asian1.9%
Other2.6%
Education (25+)
30.2%
26.2%
33.6%
No HS diploma10%
HS diploma30.2%
Some college26.2%
Bachelor's+33.6%
Housing tenure
89.5%
Owner89.5%
Renter10.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Clinton, MD has changed in 5 years

Income
$112,277 → $124,803
up 11.2%
Population
39,925 → 38,376
down 3.9%
Renter share
9.5% → 10.5%
+1.0 pts
Bachelor's+
31.1% → 33.6%
+2.5 pts
Median age
43.9 → 46.8
+2.9 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Clinton, MD now reports about $124,803, up from $112,277 in 2021. The population has contracted by 3.9% since 2021, moving from about 39,925 residents to roughly 38,376. College-educated residents now make up 33.6% of adults here, versus 31.1% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

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At $3,042/mo, how Clinton rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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

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About renting in Clinton, MD

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Clinton is $3,042/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,270/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,610/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,320/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,260/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($124,803/yr), Clinton ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Clinton an affordable city for renters?

Clinton is considered affordable for renters. At $3,042/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($124,803/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Clinton falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Clinton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $122,000/year (~$59/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,042/mo in Clinton. The local median household income is $124,803/yr, meaning the typical Clinton household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Clinton?

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

How does Clinton rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

Clinton is one of the pricier cities in Maryland for rent, ranking #4 out of 95 tracked cities at $3,042/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Clinton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Clinton ($3,042/mo): District Heights ($1,563/mo), Temple Hills ($1,574/mo), Coral Hills ($1,629/mo).

What percentage of Clinton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 10.5% of Clinton households are renters, while 89.5% are owner-occupied. Clinton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Clinton rent compare to the national average?

Clinton's median rent of $3,042/mo is $1,077 (55%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #4 out of 95 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $3,042/mo, rent takes ~29% of Clinton's median household income ($124,803/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Clinton 29%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
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