How much does it cost to rent in New Carrollton, MD?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in New Carrollton, MD is $1,757. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is New Carrollton cheaper than other Maryland cities?

New Carrollton is among the more affordable cities in Maryland, ranking #66 out of 95 cities at $1,757/mo.

When was New Carrollton rent data last updated?

New Carrollton 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

New Carrollton

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Pop. 13,564·66th most expensive in Maryland·Rental market data updated monthly for New Carrollton, MD

Median rent (all units)

$1,757/mo

Year-over-Year

+4.0%

Month-over-Month

+0.5%

vs US Median

-$208

Stable (Monthly)

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New Carrollton · $1,757

More affordable than 57% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

52/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,757/mo

Expected by trend

$1,778/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,446

1 BR

$1,456

2 BR

$1,789

3 BR

$2,007

4 BR+

$1,919

Research median

$1,789/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

$21,084/yr

At $1,757/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (4.0% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+4.0% YoY, +0.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

New Carrollton, MD is roughly split between renters and owners, 24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

13,564

Median income

$81,509

Median age

35.5

Renters

45.9%

Age distribution

23.8%

25.7%

24.8%

15.5%

Under 1823.8%

18–3425.7%

35–5424.8%

55–6410.1%

65+15.5%

Gender

48.9%

51.1%

Male48.9%

Female51.1%

Race & ethnicity

56.4%

33.4%

White7.4%

Black56.4%

Hispanic33.4%

Asian1.6%

Other1.1%

Education (25+)

20.2%

31.2%

24.4%

24.2%

No HS diploma20.2%

HS diploma31.2%

Some college24.4%

Bachelor's+24.2%

Housing tenure

54.1%

45.9%

Owner54.1%

Renter45.9%

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

2022 vs 2026

How New Carrollton, MD has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,320 → $1,757

up 33.1%

Income

$73,629 → $81,509

up 10.7%

Population

13,574 → 13,564

down 0.1%

Renter share

50.9% → 45.9%

-5.0 pts

Bachelor's+

27.7% → 24.2%

-3.5 pts

Median age

33.8 → 35.5

+1.7 yrs

The median rent in New Carrollton, MD stood at $1,320 in 2022 and currently runs about $1,757, reflecting a 33.1% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in New Carrollton, MD now reports about $81,509, up from $73,629 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Renters now make up 45.9% of households, compared with 50.9% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 24.2% of adults here, versus 27.7% in 2021. For context, the 2022 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and New Carrollton, MD reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in New Carrollton on your salary?

At $1,757/mo, how New Carrollton rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $102,038/yr · Rent = 20.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $72,446/yr · Rent = 29.1% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $83,452/yr · Rent = 25.3% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $149,159/yr · Rent = 14.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $190,588/yr · Rent = 11.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $67,835/yr · Rent = 31.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $61,247/yr · Rent = 34.4% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $75,492/yr · Rent = 27.9% income

affordable

By apartment size

New Carrollton rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in New Carrollton, MD

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in New Carrollton is $1,757/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,446/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,789/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,456/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,007/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($81,509/yr), New Carrollton ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is New Carrollton an affordable city for renters?

New Carrollton is considered affordable for renters. At $1,757/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($81,509/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. New Carrollton falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in New Carrollton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $70,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,757/mo in New Carrollton. The local median household income is $81,509/yr, meaning the typical New Carrollton household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in New Carrollton?

Rent in New Carrollton has increased 4.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does New Carrollton rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

New Carrollton is one of the more affordable cities in Maryland for rent, ranking #66 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,757/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than New Carrollton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than New Carrollton ($1,757/mo): Bladensburg ($1,482/mo), East Riverdale ($1,690/mo).

What percentage of New Carrollton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45.9% of New Carrollton households are renters, while 54.1% are owner-occupied. New Carrollton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does New Carrollton rent compare to the national average?

New Carrollton's median rent of $1,757/mo is $208 (11%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #66 out of 95 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

26%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,757/mo, rent takes ~26% of New Carrollton's median household income ($81,509/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

New Carrollton 26%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5.75%

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