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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Rossville, MD is $1,721. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Rossville cheaper than other Maryland cities?

Rossville is among the more affordable cities in Maryland, ranking #69 out of 95 cities at $1,721/mo.

When was Rossville rent data last updated?

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

Is Rossville a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Rossville is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (up only 1.7% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

City Report · MD

Rossville

Name: Average Rent Prices in Rossville, MD
Creator: RentDataNow
License: https://rentdatanow.com/terms-of-service

Pop. 16,059·69th most expensive in Maryland·Rental market data updated monthly for Rossville, MD

Median rent (all units)

$1,721/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.7%

Month-over-Month

-3.7%

vs US Median

-$244

Falling (Monthly)

Be the first to discuss Rossville rents ↓

Most AffordableMost Expensive

Rossville · $1,721

More affordable than 60% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

55/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Rossville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,721/mo

Expected by trend

$1,764/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,270

1 BR

$1,450

2 BR

$1,780

3 BR

$2,290

4 BR+

$2,570

Research median

$1,780/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$20,652/yr

At $1,721/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (up only 1.7% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.7% YoY, -3.7% MoM), not inventory.

Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Demographics

Who lives here

Rossville, MD is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income above the national average, 30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

16,059

Median income

$90,000

Median age

Renters

48.9%

Age distribution

15.5%

24%

32%

17%

Under 1815.5%

18–3424%

35–5432%

55–6411.6%

65+17%

Gender

49.4%

50.6%

Male49.4%

Female50.6%

Race & ethnicity

34.6%

49.6%

White34.6%

Black49.6%

Hispanic3.7%

Asian8.1%

Other4%

Education (25+)

26.2%

37.2%

30.4%

No HS diploma6.2%

HS diploma26.2%

Some college37.2%

Bachelor's+30.4%

Housing tenure

51.1%

48.9%

Owner51.1%

Renter48.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Rossville, MD has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,387 → $1,721

up 24.1%

Income

$79,118 → $90,000

up 13.8%

Population

15,633 → 16,059

up 2.7%

Renter share

46.2% → 48.9%

+2.7 pts

Bachelor's+

33.5% → 30.4%

-3.1 pts

Median age

39.2 → 41

+1.8 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Rossville, MD has increased by $334 per month, settling near $1,721 after starting the period at $1,387. Household income in the area moved from $79,118 to $90,000 across the same window, up 13.8% versus 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 10.3 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 15,633 to 16,059 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.7% change. About 48.9% of households rent today, against 46.2% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 33.5% to 30.4%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Rossville, MD look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

Community

Discussions about Rossville

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

View Rossville rent history (2015–2026) →

Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Rossville on your salary?

At $1,721/mo, how Rossville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $102,038/yr · Rent = 20.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $72,446/yr · Rent = 28.5% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $83,452/yr · Rent = 24.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $149,159/yr · Rent = 13.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $190,588/yr · Rent = 10.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $67,835/yr · Rent = 30.4% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $61,247/yr · Rent = 33.7% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $75,492/yr · Rent = 27.4% income

affordable

By apartment size

Rossville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Rossville

About renting in Rossville, MD

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Rossville is $1,721/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,270/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,780/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,450/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,290/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($90,000/yr), Rossville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rossville an affordable city for renters?

Rossville is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,721/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($90,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rossville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Rossville?

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 $1,721/mo in Rossville. The local median household income is $90,000/yr, meaning the typical Rossville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rossville?

Rent in Rossville has increased 1.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Rossville rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

Rossville is one of the more affordable cities in Maryland for rent, ranking #69 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,721/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rossville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Rossville ($1,721/mo): Essex ($1,352/mo), Carney ($1,478/mo), Dundalk ($1,614/mo).

What percentage of Rossville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 48.9% of Rossville households are renters, while 51.1% are owner-occupied. Rossville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Rossville rent compare to the national average?

Rossville's median rent of $1,721/mo is $244 (12%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #69 out of 95 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

23%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,721/mo, rent takes ~23% of Rossville's median household income ($90,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Rossville 23%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5.75%

Run the Rossville affordability calculator →

Nearby cities