How much does it cost to rent in Lexington Park, MD?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Lexington Park, MD is $1,728. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Lexington Park cheaper than other Maryland cities?

Lexington Park is among the more affordable cities in Maryland, ranking #67 out of 95 cities at $1,728/mo.

When was Lexington Park rent data last updated?

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

City Report · MD

Lexington Park

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Pop. 13,252·67th most expensive in Maryland·Rental market data updated monthly for Lexington Park, MD

Median rent (all units)

$1,728/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.8%

Month-over-Month

+0.8%

vs US Median

-$237

Rising (Monthly)

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Lexington Park · $1,728

More affordable than 59% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

65/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 8% below what Lexington Park's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,728/mo

Expected by trend

$1,873/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Lexington Park's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,460

1 BR

$1,590

2 BR

$1,790

3 BR

$2,230

4 BR+

$2,750

Research median

$1,790/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

$20,736/yr

At $1,728/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (0.8% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.8% YoY, +0.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Lexington Park, MD is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income above the national average, 39.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

13,252

Median income

$94,799

Median age

31.5

Renters

52.3%

Age distribution

22.2%

35.1%

23.6%

Under 1822.2%

18–3435.1%

35–5423.6%

55–6411.8%

65+7.3%

Gender

52%

48%

Male52%

Female48%

Race & ethnicity

49%

36%

White49%

Black36%

Hispanic2.7%

Asian3.1%

Other9.2%

Education (25+)

26.4%

28%

39.1%

No HS diploma6.4%

HS diploma26.4%

Some college28%

Bachelor's+39.1%

Housing tenure

47.7%

52.3%

Owner47.7%

Renter52.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Lexington Park, MD has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,393 → $1,728

up 24.0%

Income

$73,974 → $94,799

up 28.2%

Population

12,681 → 13,252

up 4.5%

Renter share

56.6% → 52.3%

-4.3 pts

Bachelor's+

30.9% → 39.1%

+8.2 pts

The median rent in Lexington Park, MD stood at $1,393 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,728, reflecting a 24.0% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in Lexington Park, MD now reports about $94,799, up from $73,974 in 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 4.5% since 2021, moving from about 12,681 residents to roughly 13,252. Renters now make up 52.3% of households, compared with 56.6% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 39.1% of adults here, versus 30.9% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Lexington Park, MD reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Lexington Park on your salary?

At $1,728/mo, how Lexington Park rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $102,038/yr · Rent = 20.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $72,446/yr · Rent = 28.6% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $83,452/yr · Rent = 24.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $149,159/yr · Rent = 13.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $190,588/yr · Rent = 10.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $67,835/yr · Rent = 30.6% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $61,247/yr · Rent = 33.9% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $75,492/yr · Rent = 27.5% income

affordable

By apartment size

Lexington Park rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Lexington Park

About renting in Lexington Park, MD

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Lexington Park is $1,728/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,460/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,790/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,590/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,230/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($94,799/yr), Lexington Park ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lexington Park an affordable city for renters?

Lexington Park is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,728/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($94,799/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lexington Park falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Lexington Park?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $69,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,728/mo in Lexington Park. The local median household income is $94,799/yr, meaning the typical Lexington Park household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lexington Park?

Rent in Lexington Park has increased 0.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Lexington Park rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

Lexington Park is one of the more affordable cities in Maryland for rent, ranking #67 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,728/mo.

What percentage of Lexington Park residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 52.3% of Lexington Park households are renters, while 47.7% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Lexington Park has a strong rental market.

How does Lexington Park rent compare to the national average?

Lexington Park's median rent of $1,728/mo is $237 (12%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #67 out of 95 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

22%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,728/mo, rent takes ~22% of Lexington Park's median household income ($94,799/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lexington Park 22%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5.75%

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