How much does it cost to rent in Rockville, MD?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Rockville, MD is $2,426. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Rockville cheaper than other Maryland cities?

Rockville is one of the pricier cities in Maryland, ranking #23 out of 95 cities tracked at $2,426/mo.

When was Rockville rent data last updated?

Rockville 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

Rockville

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Pop. 67,671·23rd most expensive in Maryland·Rockville rents are up 5.8% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,426/mo

Year-over-Year

+5.8%

Month-over-Month

+1.0%

vs US Median

+$461

Rising (Monthly)

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Rockville · $2,426

More expensive than 77% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

47/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$2,426/mo

Expected by trend

$2,386/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,297

1 BR

$2,343

2 BR

$2,640

3 BR

$3,303

4 BR+

$3,893

Research median

$2,640/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

$29,112/yr

At $2,426/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 5.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+5.8% YoY, +1.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Rockville, MD is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income above the national average, 65.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

67,671

Median income

$128,649

Median age

39.6

Renters

47.4%

Age distribution

20.2%

22.7%

26.6%

18.8%

Under 1820.2%

18–3422.7%

35–5426.6%

55–6411.7%

65+18.8%

Gender

47.6%

52.4%

Male47.6%

Female52.4%

Race & ethnicity

45.6%

18.1%

22.5%

White45.6%

Black11.5%

Hispanic18.1%

Asian22.5%

Other2.3%

Education (25+)

16.6%

65.6%

No HS diploma7.3%

HS diploma10.6%

Some college16.6%

Bachelor's+65.6%

Housing tenure

52.6%

47.4%

Owner52.6%

Renter47.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Rockville, MD has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,882 → $2,426

up 28.9%

Income

$116,031 → $128,649

up 10.9%

Population

67,095 → 67,671

up 0.9%

Renter share

44.8% → 47.4%

+2.6 pts

Bachelor's+

65.3% → 65.6%

+0.3 pts

Five years ago, renters in Rockville, MD paid around $1,882 a month. That figure now sits near $2,426, up 28.9% from the 2021 baseline. Median household income climbed from $116,031 to $128,649 between 2021 and 2024, a 10.9% shift. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. The renter share has risen from 44.8% to 47.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Taken together, the five-year picture in Rockville, MD reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Rockville on your salary?

At $2,426/mo, how Rockville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $102,038/yr · Rent = 28.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $72,446/yr · Rent = 40.2% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $83,452/yr · Rent = 34.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $149,159/yr · Rent = 19.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $190,588/yr · Rent = 15.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $67,835/yr · Rent = 42.9% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $61,247/yr · Rent = 47.5% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $75,492/yr · Rent = 38.6% income

stretched

By apartment size

Rockville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Rockville, MD

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Rockville is $2,426/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,297/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,640/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,343/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,303/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($128,649/yr), Rockville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rockville an affordable city for renters?

Rockville is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,426/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($128,649/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rockville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Rockville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $97,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,426/mo in Rockville. The local median household income is $128,649/yr, meaning the typical Rockville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rockville?

Rent in Rockville has increased 5.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Rockville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Rockville are 20852 ($2,313/mo), 20850 ($2,547/mo), and 20851 ($2,859/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Rockville is $2,426/mo.

How does Rockville rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

Rockville is one of the pricier cities in Maryland for rent, ranking #23 out of 95 tracked cities at $2,426/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rockville?

Gaithersburg is nearby and more affordable at $2,187/mo, which is $239 less than Rockville.

What percentage of Rockville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 47.4% of Rockville households are renters, while 52.6% are owner-occupied. Rockville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Rockville rent compare to the national average?

Rockville's median rent of $2,426/mo is $461 (23%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #23 out of 95 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

23%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,426/mo, rent takes ~23% of Rockville's median household income ($128,649/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Rockville 23%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5.75%

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