How much does it cost to rent in Temple Hills, MD?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Temple Hills, MD is $1,574. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Temple Hills cheaper than other Maryland cities?

Temple Hills is among the more affordable cities in Maryland, ranking #84 out of 95 cities at $1,574/mo.

When was Temple Hills rent data last updated?

Temple Hills 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

Temple Hills

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Pop. 8,969·84th most expensive in Maryland·Rental market data updated monthly for Temple Hills, MD

Median rent (all units)

$1,574/mo

Year-over-Year

-3.7%

Month-over-Month

-2.7%

vs US Median

-$391

Falling (Monthly)

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Temple Hills · $1,574

More affordable than 71% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

28% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,574/mo, rent takes about 28% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$63,000/yr

Local median income

$66,841/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Temple Hills's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,270

1 BR

$1,302

2 BR

$1,465

3 BR

$1,832

4 BR+

$2,159

Research median

$1,465/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

$18,888/yr

At $1,574/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 3.7% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-3.7% YoY, -2.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Temple Hills, MD is majority renter-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

8,969

Median income

$66,841

Median age

35.9

Renters

64.1%

Age distribution

25.2%

23.3%

24.4%

14.1%

13.1%

Under 1825.2%

18–3423.3%

35–5424.4%

55–6414.1%

65+13.1%

Gender

43.6%

56.4%

Male43.6%

Female56.4%

Race & ethnicity

77.6%

12.8%

White6.8%

Black77.6%

Hispanic12.8%

Asian2%

Other0.8%

Education (25+)

33.7%

33.3%

25.5%

No HS diploma7.6%

HS diploma33.7%

Some college33.3%

Bachelor's+25.5%

Housing tenure

35.9%

64.1%

Owner35.9%

Renter64.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Temple Hills, MD has changed in 5 years

Income

$67,115 → $66,841

down 0.4%

Population

9,037 → 8,969

down 0.8%

Renter share

65.6% → 64.1%

-1.5 pts

Bachelor's+

18.9% → 25.5%

+6.6 pts

Household income in the area moved from $67,115 to $66,841 across the same window, down 0.4% versus 2021. The renter share has eased from 65.6% to 64.1%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 18.9% to 25.5% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Temple Hills on your salary?

At $1,574/mo, how Temple Hills rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $102,038/yr · Rent = 18.5% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $72,446/yr · Rent = 26.1% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $83,452/yr · Rent = 22.6% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $149,159/yr · Rent = 12.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $190,588/yr · Rent = 9.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $67,835/yr · Rent = 27.8% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $61,247/yr · Rent = 30.8% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $75,492/yr · Rent = 25% income

affordable

By apartment size

Temple Hills rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Temple Hills, MD

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Temple Hills is $1,574/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,270/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,465/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,302/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,832/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($66,841/yr), Temple Hills ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Temple Hills an affordable city for renters?

Temple Hills is considered affordable for renters. At $1,574/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($66,841/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Temple Hills falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Temple Hills?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $63,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,574/mo in Temple Hills. The local median household income is $66,841/yr, meaning the typical Temple Hills household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Temple Hills?

Rent in Temple Hills has decreased 3.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Temple Hills rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

Temple Hills is one of the more affordable cities in Maryland for rent, ranking #84 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,574/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Temple Hills?

District Heights is nearby and more affordable at $1,563/mo, which is $11 less than Temple Hills.

What percentage of Temple Hills residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 64.1% of Temple Hills households are renters, while 35.9% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Temple Hills has a strong rental market.

How does Temple Hills rent compare to the national average?

Temple Hills's median rent of $1,574/mo is $391 (20%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #84 out of 95 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

28%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,574/mo, rent takes ~28% of Temple Hills's median household income ($66,841/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Temple Hills 28%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5.75%

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