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Robinwood

Pop. 8,042·80th most expensive in Maryland·Rental market data updated monthly for Robinwood, MD
Median rent (all units)
$1,598/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+5.3%
vs US Median
-$364
Rising (Monthly)
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Robinwood · $1,598
More affordable than 69% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
21% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,598/mo, rent takes about 21% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$64,000/yr
Local median income
$90,840/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Robinwood's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR
$976
2 BR
$1,280
3 BR
$1,772
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,280/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,598 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$19,176/yr
At $1,598/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +5.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Robinwood, MD is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income above the national average, 30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
8,042
Median income
$90,840
Median age
37.3
Renters
49.9%
Age distribution
23.9%
22.8%
25.4%
12%
15.8%
Under 1823.9%
18–3422.8%
35–5425.4%
55–6412%
65+15.8%
Gender
45.6%
54.4%
Male45.6%
Female54.4%
Race & ethnicity
63.7%
18.5%
White63.7%
Black18.5%
Hispanic9.3%
Asian4.6%
Other3.9%
Education (25+)
34.8%
24.9%
30.1%
No HS diploma10.3%
HS diploma34.8%
Some college24.9%
Bachelor's+30.1%
Housing tenure
50.1%
49.9%
Owner50.1%
Renter49.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Robinwood, MD has changed in 5 years

Income
$75,938 → $90,840
up 19.6%
Population
7,662 → 8,042
up 5.0%
Renter share
47.5% → 49.9%
+2.4 pts
Bachelor's+
30% → 30.1%
+0.1 pts
Median age
40.4 → 37.3
-3.1 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $75,938 in 2021 to $90,840 more recently. The population has grown by 5.0% since 2021, moving from about 7,662 residents to roughly 8,042. Renters now make up 49.9% of households, compared with 47.5% five years ago.

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Robinwood rent by bedroom count

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Robinwood is $1,598/mo as of August 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,280/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $976/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,772/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($90,840/yr), Robinwood ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Robinwood an affordable city for renters?

Robinwood is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,598/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($90,840/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Robinwood falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Robinwood?

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 $1,598/mo in Robinwood. The local median household income is $90,840/yr, meaning the typical Robinwood household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Robinwood?

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

How does Robinwood rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

Robinwood is one of the more affordable cities in Maryland for rent, ranking #80 out of 94 tracked cities at $1,598/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Robinwood?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Robinwood ($1,598/mo): Waynesboro ($1,395/mo), Hagerstown ($1,402/mo).

What percentage of Robinwood residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 49.9% of Robinwood households are renters, while 50.1% are owner-occupied. Robinwood leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Robinwood rent compare to the national average?

Robinwood's median rent of $1,598/mo is $364 (19%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #80 out of 94 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,598/mo, rent takes ~21% of Robinwood's median household income ($90,840/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Robinwood 21%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
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