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Hagerstown

Pop. 43,665·95th most expensive in Maryland·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,345/mo
Year-over-Year
-0.7%
Month-over-Month
+0.5%
vs US Median
-$585
Stable (Monthly)
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Hagerstown · $1,345
More affordable than 84% of US cities · National median $1,930/mo
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Studio
$820
1 BR
$910
2 BR
$1,200
3 BR
$1,650
4 BR+
$1,840
Research median
$1,200/mo

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

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Last updated: May 30, 2026

Annual cost
$16,140/yr
At $1,345/mo median
Market timing
Rents stable
Prices holding steady month-over-month.
Rent Reality Score
54/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Hagerstown's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$1,345/mo
Expected by trend
$1,369/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Hagerstown's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →
Demographics

Who lives here

Hagerstown, MD is majority renter-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
43,665
Median income
$52,221
Median age
35.8
Renters
56.7%
Age distribution
25.8%
22.8%
25.7%
14.6%
Under 1825.8%
18–3422.8%
35–5425.7%
55–6411.1%
65+14.6%
Gender
47.6%
52.4%
Male47.6%
Female52.4%
Race & ethnicity
59.1%
21.2%
12.2%
White59.1%
Black21.2%
Hispanic12.2%
Asian1.4%
Other6.1%
Education (25+)
15.2%
35.2%
29.2%
20.5%
No HS diploma15.2%
HS diploma35.2%
Some college29.2%
Bachelor's+20.5%
Housing tenure
43.3%
56.7%
Owner43.3%
Renter56.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hagerstown, MD has changed in 5 years

Rent
$969 → $1,345
up 38.8%
Income
$42,965 → $52,221
up 21.5%
Population
43,015 → 43,665
up 1.5%
Renter share
60.5% → 56.7%
-3.8 pts
Bachelor's+
18.9% → 20.5%
+1.6 pts

The median rent in Hagerstown, MD stood at $969 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,345, reflecting a 38.8% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in Hagerstown, MD now reports about $52,221, up from $42,965 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 1.5% since 2021, moving from about 43,015 residents to roughly 43,665. Renters now make up 56.7% of households, compared with 60.5% five years ago. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Hagerstown, MD reflects that arc in its own way.

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About renting in Hagerstown, MD

Last updated: May 30, 2026

The median rent in Hagerstown is $1,345/mo as of May 2026. A studio apartment averages $820/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,200/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $910/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,650/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($52,221/yr), Hagerstown ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hagerstown an affordable city for renters?

Hagerstown is considered moderate for renters. At $1,345/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($52,221/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hagerstown slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Hagerstown?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $54,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,345/mo in Hagerstown. The local median household income is $52,221/yr, meaning the typical Hagerstown household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hagerstown?

Rent in Hagerstown has decreased 0.7% over the past year as of May 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Hagerstown rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

Hagerstown is one of the more affordable cities in Maryland for rent, ranking #95 out of 96 tracked cities at $1,345/mo.

What percentage of Hagerstown residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 56.7% of Hagerstown households are renters, while 43.3% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Hagerstown has a strong rental market.

How does Hagerstown rent compare to the national average?

Hagerstown's median rent of $1,345/mo is $585 (30%) below the US national median of $1,930/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #95 out of 96 tracked cities.
Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $1,345/mo, rent takes ~31% of Hagerstown's median household income ($52,221/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hagerstown 31%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
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