RentDataNowRentDataNow
City Report · MD

Stevensville

Pop. 8,802·10th most expensive in Maryland·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,600/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
Stable
vs US Median
+$638
Be the first to discuss Stevensville rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
Stevensville · $2,600
More expensive than 84% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
27% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,600/mo, rent takes about 27% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$104,000/yr
Local median income
$115,357/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Stevensville's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,760
1 BR
$2,010
2 BR
$2,460
3 BR
$3,170
4 BR+
$3,540
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,460/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,600 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

Loading…

Last updated: March 14, 2026

Annual cost
$31,200/yr
At $2,600/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +0.0% MoM), not inventory.
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Demographics

Who lives here

Stevensville, MD is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 40.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
8,802
Median income
$115,357
Median age
43.3
Renters
22.2%
Age distribution
21.1%
20.1%
26.2%
13.2%
19.3%
Under 1821.1%
18–3420.1%
35–5426.2%
55–6413.2%
65+19.3%
Gender
49.8%
50.2%
Male49.8%
Female50.2%
Race & ethnicity
83%
White83%
Black5.2%
Asian2%
Other9.5%
Education (25+)
23.1%
30.6%
40.1%
No HS diploma6.3%
HS diploma23.1%
Some college30.6%
Bachelor's+40.1%
Housing tenure
77.8%
22.2%
Owner77.8%
Renter22.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Stevensville, MD has changed in 5 years

Income
$106,741 → $115,357
up 8.1%
Population
8,359 → 8,802
up 5.3%
Renter share
28.2% → 22.2%
-6.0 pts
Bachelor's+
39.4% → 40.1%
+0.7 pts
Median age
41.1 → 43.3
+2.2 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $106,741 to $115,357 across the same window, up 8.1% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 8,359 to 8,802 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.3% change. About 22.2% of households rent today, against 28.2% in 2021.

Community

Discussions about Stevensville

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

View Stevensville rent history (2015–2026) →
Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Stevensville on your salary?

At $2,600/mo, how Stevensville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Stevensville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Stevensville

About renting in Stevensville, MD

Last updated: March 14, 2026

The median rent in Stevensville is $2,600/mo as of March 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,760/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,460/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,010/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,170/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($115,357/yr), Stevensville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Stevensville an affordable city for renters?

Stevensville is considered affordable for renters. At $2,600/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($115,357/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Stevensville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Stevensville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $104,000/year (~$50/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,600/mo in Stevensville. The local median household income is $115,357/yr, meaning the typical Stevensville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Stevensville?

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

How does Stevensville rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

Stevensville is one of the pricier cities in Maryland for rent, ranking #10 out of 100 tracked cities at $2,600/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Stevensville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Stevensville ($2,600/mo): Glen Burnie ($1,658/mo), Easton ($2,112/mo), Annapolis ($2,386/mo).

What percentage of Stevensville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 22.2% of Stevensville households are renters, while 77.8% are owner-occupied. Stevensville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Stevensville rent compare to the national average?

Stevensville's median rent of $2,600/mo is $638 (33%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #10 out of 100 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,600/mo, rent takes ~27% of Stevensville's median household income ($115,357/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Stevensville 27%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
Run the Stevensville affordability calculator →
Lowest-rent ZIP codes in Stevensville
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Neighborhoods

Estimated from ZIP-level data

Schools nearby

Public schools near Stevensville, MD

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for Stevensville.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.

Add RentDataNow as a preferred source on Google