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Derwood

Pop. 1,984·9th most expensive in Maryland·Derwood rents are up 9.8% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,763/mo
Year-over-Year
+9.8%
Month-over-Month
-0.9%
vs US Median
+$798
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Derwood · $2,763
More expensive than 86% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
28% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,763/mo, rent takes about 28% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$111,000/yr
Local median income
$118,194/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Derwood's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,400
1 BR
$2,450
2 BR
$2,760
3 BR
$3,450
4 BR+
$4,070
Research median
$2,760/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
$33,156/yr
At $2,763/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 9.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+9.8% YoY, -0.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Derwood, MD is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 55.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
1,984
Median income
$118,194
Median age
38.9
Renters
42%
Age distribution
20.6%
25.8%
17.9%
14.2%
21.5%
Under 1820.6%
18–3425.8%
35–5417.9%
55–6414.2%
65+21.5%
Gender
44.2%
55.8%
Male44.2%
Female55.8%
Race & ethnicity
45.8%
16.3%
14%
12.9%
White45.8%
Black16.3%
Hispanic11.1%
Asian14%
Other12.9%
Education (25+)
13%
14.2%
17%
55.8%
No HS diploma13%
HS diploma14.2%
Some college17%
Bachelor's+55.8%
Housing tenure
58%
42%
Owner58%
Renter42%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Derwood, MD has changed in 5 years

Income
$71,471 → $118,194
up 65.4%
Population
1,700 → 1,984
up 16.7%
Renter share
36% → 42%
+6.0 pts
Bachelor's+
65.1% → 55.8%
-9.3 pts
Median age
42.4 → 38.9
-3.5 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $71,471 in 2021 to $118,194 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 1,700 to 1,984 between 2021 and 2024, a 16.7% change. About 42% of households rent today, against 36% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 65.1% to 55.8%.

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Derwood rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Derwood, MD

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Derwood is $2,763/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,400/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,760/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,450/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,450/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($118,194/yr), Derwood ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Derwood an affordable city for renters?

Derwood is considered affordable for renters. At $2,763/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($118,194/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Derwood falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Derwood?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $111,000/year (~$53/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,763/mo in Derwood. The local median household income is $118,194/yr, meaning the typical Derwood household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Derwood?

Rent in Derwood has increased 9.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Derwood rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

Derwood is one of the pricier cities in Maryland for rent, ranking #9 out of 95 tracked cities at $2,763/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Derwood?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Derwood ($2,763/mo): Gaithersburg ($2,187/mo), Montgomery Village ($2,410/mo), Rockville ($2,426/mo).

What percentage of Derwood residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 42% of Derwood households are renters, while 58% are owner-occupied. Derwood leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Derwood rent compare to the national average?

Derwood's median rent of $2,763/mo is $798 (41%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #9 out of 95 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
28%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,763/mo, rent takes ~28% of Derwood's median household income ($118,194/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Derwood 28%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
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