1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Potomac, MD
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Potomac, Maryland as of July 2026. That's +29% lower than the citywide median of $4,338 and +121% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Potomac
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Potomac
Compare Potomac's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Maryland
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cumberland | $780 |
| 2 | Hagerstown | $910 |
| 3 | Robinwood | $976 |
| 4 | Salisbury | $1,100 |
| 5 | Easton | $1,220 |
| 6 | Bladensburg | $1,227 |
| 7 | District Heights | $1,293 |
| 8 | Temple Hills | $1,302 |
| 9 | Takoma Park | $1,343 |
| 10 | Fruitland | $1,350 |
| 11 | Beltsville | $1,356 |
| 12 | Lochearn | $1,357 |
| 13 | Brentwood | $1,373 |
| 14 | Chillum | $1,419 |
| 15 | Fort Washington | $1,429 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Maryland
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Potomac (this page) | $3,080 |
| 2 | Bethesda | $2,730 |
| 3 | New Market | $2,590 |
| 4 | Derwood | $2,450 |
| 5 | Olney | $2,430 |
| 6 | Chevy Chase | $2,430 |
| 7 | Jessup | $2,410 |
| 8 | Gambrills | $2,390 |
| 9 | Rockville | $2,343 |
| 10 | Hanover | $2,340 |
| 11 | Clinton | $2,320 |
| 12 | Brandywine | $2,300 |
| 13 | Odenton | $2,230 |
| 14 | Arnold | $2,170 |
| 15 | Upper Marlboro | $2,160 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Potomac.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Potomac |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Potomac, MD | 4.7 mi | $2,124 | $-956 (-31%) |
| McLean, VA | 6.2 mi | $2,286 | $-794 (-26%) |
| Bethesda, MD | 6.9 mi | $2,730 | $-350 (-11%) |
| Gaithersburg, MD | 7.5 mi | $2,027 | $-1,053 (-34%) |
| Vienna, VA | 9 mi | $2,600 | $-480 (-16%) |
| Kensington, MD | 9.9 mi | $2,120 | $-960 (-31%) |
| Oakton, VA | 12.2 mi | $2,400 | $-680 (-22%) |
| Olney, MD | 12.8 mi | $2,430 | $-650 (-21%) |
| Silver Spring, MD | 14 mi | $1,624 | $-1,456 (-47%) |
| Fairfax, VA | 14.5 mi | $2,403 | $-677 (-22%) |
| Takoma Park, MD | 15.6 mi | $1,343 | $-1,737 (-56%) |
| Lincolnia, VA | 15.7 mi | $2,060 | $-1,020 (-33%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Potomac — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Potomac?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Potomac, Maryland is $3,080 per month. This is +29% below the citywide median of $4,338.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Potomac?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $123,200 ($10,267/month gross), which works out to roughly $59.23/hour at a full-time job.
Is Potomac expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Potomac's 1-bedroom median of $3,080 is +121% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 99th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Potomac rank for 1-bedroom rent in Maryland?
Among the 92 cities in Maryland with 1-bedroom data, Potomac ranks #92 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Potomac?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include North Potomac ($2,124), McLean ($2,286), Bethesda ($2,730).