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

As of August 2026, the median monthly rent in Westminster, MD is $1,689. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Westminster cheaper than other Maryland cities?

Westminster is among the more affordable cities in Maryland, ranking #73 out of 94 cities at $1,689/mo.

When was Westminster rent data last updated?

Westminster rent data reflects August 2026 and was last refreshed on August 17, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

What is the Fair Market Rent in Westminster, MD?

HUD sets the Fair Market Rent for a two-bedroom home in Westminster, MD at $1,750 per month, which is 4% above the $1,689 market median. Fair Market Rent is the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) payment standard. It is a 40th-percentile gross rent that includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash, and HUD updates it once a year, so it measures something different from current market asking rent.

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Pop. 20,445·73rd most expensive in Maryland·Rental market data updated monthly for Westminster, MD

Median rent (all units)

$1,689/mo

Year-over-Year

-3.3%

Month-over-Month

+1.4%

vs US Median

-$273

Rising (Monthly)

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Westminster · $1,689

More affordable than 62% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo

Rent Reality Score

67/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 8% below what Westminster's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,689/mo

Expected by trend

$1,842/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,250

1 BR

$1,430

2 BR

$1,750

3 BR

$2,270

4 BR+

$2,570

Fair Market Rent (HUD)

$1,750/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,689 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

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost

$20,268/yr

At $1,689/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 (-3.3% YoY, +1.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Westminster, MD is majority owner-occupied, 36.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

20,445

Median income

$86,219

Median age

38.5

Renters

43.5%

Age distribution

17.2%

29%

24.5%

17.5%

Under 1817.2%

18–3429%

35–5424.5%

55–6411.8%

65+17.5%

Gender

49.2%

50.8%

Male49.2%

Female50.8%

Race & ethnicity

77.5%

White77.5%

Black8%

Hispanic8.8%

Asian4%

Other1.7%

Education (25+)

28.9%

26.7%

36.3%

No HS diploma8.1%

HS diploma28.9%

Some college26.7%

Bachelor's+36.3%

Housing tenure

56.5%

43.5%

Owner56.5%

Renter43.5%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Westminster, MD has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,534 → $1,689

up 10.1%

Income

$65,816 → $86,219

up 31.0%

Population

19,783 → 20,445

up 3.3%

Renter share

46.4% → 43.5%

-2.9 pts

Bachelor's+

32.9% → 36.3%

+3.4 pts

Median age

37.1 → 38.5

+1.4 yrs

Since 2023, the typical rent in Westminster, MD has climbed from $1,534 to $1,689, a 10.1% change over five years. Median household income rose from $65,816 to $86,219 between 2021 and 2024, a 31.0% shift. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 3.3% since 2021, moving from about 19,783 residents to roughly 20,445. Renters now make up 43.5% of households, compared with 46.4% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 36.3% of adults here, versus 32.9% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Westminster, 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 Westminster on your salary?

At $1,689/mo, how Westminster rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $102,038/yr · Rent = 19.9% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $72,446/yr · Rent = 28% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $83,452/yr · Rent = 24.3% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $149,159/yr · Rent = 13.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $190,588/yr · Rent = 10.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $67,835/yr · Rent = 29.9% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $61,247/yr · Rent = 33.1% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $75,492/yr · Rent = 26.8% income

affordable

By apartment size

Westminster rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Westminster

About renting in Westminster, MD

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Westminster is $1,689/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,250/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,750/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,430/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,270/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($86,219/yr), Westminster ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Westminster an affordable city for renters?

Westminster is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,689/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($86,219/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Westminster falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Westminster?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,689/mo in Westminster. The local median household income is $86,219/yr, meaning the typical Westminster household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Westminster?

Rent in Westminster has decreased 3.3% over the past year as of August 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Westminster rent compare to other cities in Maryland?

Westminster is one of the more affordable cities in Maryland for rent, ranking #73 out of 94 tracked cities at $1,689/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Westminster?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Westminster ($1,689/mo): Hanover ($1,389/mo), Reisterstown ($1,474/mo), Randallstown ($1,478/mo).

What percentage of Westminster residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 43.5% of Westminster households are renters, while 56.5% are owner-occupied. Westminster leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Westminster rent compare to the national average?

Westminster's median rent of $1,689/mo is $273 (14%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Maryland, it ranks #73 out of 94 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,689/mo, rent takes ~24% of Westminster's median household income ($86,219/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Westminster 24%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5.75%

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