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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Fruitland, MD is $1,595. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Fruitland cheaper than other Maryland cities?

Fruitland is among the more affordable cities in Maryland, ranking #83 out of 95 cities at $1,595/mo.

When was Fruitland rent data last updated?

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

Is Fruitland a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Fruitland is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 0.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Fruitland

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Pop. 5,801·83rd most expensive in Maryland·Rental market data updated monthly for Fruitland, MD

Median rent (all units)

$1,595/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-1.9%

vs US Median

-$370

Falling (Monthly)

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Fruitland · $1,595

More affordable than 70% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

30% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,595/mo, rent takes about 30% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$64,000/yr

Local median income

$64,004/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,340

1 BR

$1,350

2 BR

$1,770

3 BR

$2,340

4 BR+

$2,350

Research median

$1,770/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

$19,140/yr

At $1,595/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 0.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -1.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Fruitland, MD is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 36.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

5,801

Median income

$64,004

Median age

32.4

Renters

32.3%

Age distribution

30.4%

25%

22.6%

12.6%

Under 1830.4%

18–3425%

35–5422.6%

55–649.4%

65+12.6%

Gender

44.3%

55.7%

Male44.3%

Female55.7%

Race & ethnicity

54.6%

28.8%

13.3%

White54.6%

Black28.8%

Hispanic13.3%

Asian2.2%

Other1%

Education (25+)

37.2%

19.9%

36.7%

No HS diploma6.2%

HS diploma37.2%

Some college19.9%

Bachelor's+36.7%

Housing tenure

67.7%

32.3%

Owner67.7%

Renter32.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Fruitland, MD has changed in 5 years

Income

$56,150 → $64,004

up 14.0%

Population

5,455 → 5,801

up 6.3%

Renter share

40.8% → 32.3%

-8.5 pts

Bachelor's+

37.7% → 36.7%

-1.0 pts

Median age

28.3 → 32.4

+4.1 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Fruitland, MD now reports about $64,004, up from $56,150 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 5,455 to 5,801 between 2021 and 2024, a 6.3% change. About 32.3% of households rent today, against 40.8% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Fruitland on your salary?

At $1,595/mo, how Fruitland rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $102,038/yr · Rent = 18.8% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $72,446/yr · Rent = 26.4% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $83,452/yr · Rent = 22.9% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $149,159/yr · Rent = 12.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $190,588/yr · Rent = 10% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $67,835/yr · Rent = 28.2% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $61,247/yr · Rent = 31.3% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $75,492/yr · Rent = 25.4% income

affordable

By apartment size

Fruitland rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Fruitland, MD

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Fruitland is $1,595/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,340/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,770/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,350/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,340/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($64,004/yr), Fruitland ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fruitland an affordable city for renters?

Fruitland is considered moderate for renters. At $1,595/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($64,004/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fruitland slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Fruitland?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $64,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,595/mo in Fruitland. The local median household income is $64,004/yr, meaning the typical Fruitland household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fruitland?

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

How does Fruitland rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

Fruitland is one of the more affordable cities in Maryland for rent, ranking #83 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,595/mo.

What percentage of Fruitland residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.3% of Fruitland households are renters, while 67.7% are owner-occupied. Fruitland leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Fruitland rent compare to the national average?

Fruitland's median rent of $1,595/mo is $370 (19%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #83 out of 95 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

30%

MODERATE

At $1,595/mo, rent takes ~30% of Fruitland's median household income ($64,004/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Fruitland 30%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5.75%

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