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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Salisbury, MD is $1,641. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Salisbury cheaper than other Maryland cities?

Salisbury is among the more affordable cities in Maryland, ranking #77 out of 95 cities at $1,641/mo.

When was Salisbury rent data last updated?

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

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Salisbury

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Pop. 33,285·77th most expensive in Maryland·Salisbury rents are up 8.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,641/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.7%

Month-over-Month

+1.1%

vs US Median

-$324

Rising (Monthly)

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Salisbury · $1,641

More affordable than 66% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

49/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,641/mo

Expected by trend

$1,634/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,090

1 BR

$1,100

2 BR

$1,440

3 BR

$1,900

4 BR+

$1,910

Research median

$1,440/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

$19,692/yr

At $1,641/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 8.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.7% YoY, +1.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Salisbury, MD is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

33,285

Median income

$58,576

Median age

30.1

Renters

72.9%

Age distribution

24.2%

33.3%

19.7%

13.3%

Under 1824.2%

18–3433.3%

35–5419.7%

55–649.5%

65+13.3%

Gender

48%

52%

Male48%

Female52%

Race & ethnicity

42.9%

41.2%

White42.9%

Black41.2%

Hispanic7.8%

Asian2.2%

Other6%

Education (25+)

12.2%

34.4%

27.7%

25.7%

No HS diploma12.2%

HS diploma34.4%

Some college27.7%

Bachelor's+25.7%

Housing tenure

27.1%

72.9%

Owner27.1%

Renter72.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Salisbury, MD has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,129 → $1,641

up 45.3%

Income

$48,310 → $58,576

up 21.3%

Population

32,583 → 33,285

up 2.2%

Renter share

74.6% → 72.9%

-1.7 pts

Bachelor's+

29% → 25.7%

-3.3 pts

The median rent in Salisbury, MD stood at $1,129 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,641, reflecting a 45.3% increase over the period. Median household income rose from $48,310 to $58,576 between 2021 and 2024, a 21.3% shift. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 2.2% since 2021, moving from about 32,583 residents to roughly 33,285. Renters now make up 72.9% of households, compared with 74.6% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 25.7% of adults here, versus 29% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Salisbury, 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 Salisbury on your salary?

At $1,641/mo, how Salisbury rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $102,038/yr · Rent = 19.3% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $72,446/yr · Rent = 27.2% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $83,452/yr · Rent = 23.6% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $149,159/yr · Rent = 13.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $190,588/yr · Rent = 10.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $67,835/yr · Rent = 29% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $61,247/yr · Rent = 32.2% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $75,492/yr · Rent = 26.1% income

affordable

By apartment size

Salisbury rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Salisbury, MD

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Salisbury is $1,641/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,090/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,440/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,100/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,900/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($58,576/yr), Salisbury ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Salisbury an affordable city for renters?

Salisbury is considered moderate for renters. At $1,641/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($58,576/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Salisbury slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Salisbury?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $66,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,641/mo in Salisbury. The local median household income is $58,576/yr, meaning the typical Salisbury household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Salisbury?

Rent in Salisbury has increased 8.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Salisbury neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Salisbury are 21801 ($1,615/mo), and 21804 ($1,644/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Salisbury is $1,641/mo.

How does Salisbury rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

Salisbury is one of the more affordable cities in Maryland for rent, ranking #77 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,641/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Salisbury?

Fruitland is nearby and more affordable at $1,595/mo, which is $46 less than Salisbury.

What percentage of Salisbury residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 72.9% of Salisbury households are renters, while 27.1% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Salisbury has a strong rental market.

How does Salisbury rent compare to the national average?

Salisbury's median rent of $1,641/mo is $324 (16%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #77 out of 95 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

34%

MODERATE

At $1,641/mo, rent takes ~34% of Salisbury's median household income ($58,576/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Salisbury 34%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5.75%

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